DRIVER DIARY: Biffle targets concrete goals in final races Nov 13, 2009
Greg Biffle waits out a break in practice sessions at Texas Motor Speedway ... By Greg Biffle, special for USA TODAY Editor's note: driver will document stock-car racing's Chase for the Sprint Cup in an online diary for USA TODAY. (USA Today -- Sports)
Anything can happen, says Greg Biffle Nov 13, 2009
Greg Biffle says anything can happen in the Chase - Racing - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Under Pressure Robert Laberge/Getty ImagesWith just two races left in the season, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. needs a win in order to salvage his 2009 Chase.With two races left, all eyes are focused on J.J. and Mark Martin, but the end of the season is just as important for Dale Earnhardt, Jr., A.J. Allmendinger, and others, writes Tom Bowles. Nov 13, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr., A.J. Allmendinger, Carl Edwards want a win - Tom Bowles - SI.com. Posted: Thursday November 12, 2009 5:19PM; Updated: Thursday November 12, 2009 10:54PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Job toll mounts as Petty merger with Yates advances Nov 13, 2009
Another Roush Fenway driver, Greg Biffle, tops the series chart with three wins at Homestead. Edwards is winless in Cup competition this season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NASCAR - Sprint Cup - Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 Preview Nov 12, 2009
16 Greg Biffle (Vancouver, WA) Ford/3M ... Johnson, a 46-race winner in the Sprint Cup Series, continued the Chevroletdominance in this race in 2007, as he posted his 33rd career title, defeatingGreg Biffle by less than a second ... Kyle Busch out-dueled Greg Biffle in 2005 by less than a second for his secondcareer Sprint Cup title. (News & Observer -- Sports)
TomBowlesNascar Power Rankings He crashed in Texas, but Jimmie Johnson won't lose the Chase. Nov 11, 2009
" Considering this type of track is typically RCR's biggest weakness, it's got to give them a lot of confidence heading to Phoenix next week. The four-car team looks to get a win from SOMEONE before the year is out. 8Last Week: NR Greg Biffle Despite a Talladega win from Jamie McMurray last week, Roush Fenway Racing is in the midst of its worst year since 2001, when none of its drivers finished better than 10th in points. Still, if there's a bright spot besides Matt Kenseth's Daytona 500 win,... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Updated – and unofficial – driver standings Nov 10, 2009
Updated and unofficial driver standings - Racing - NewsObserver. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Kurt Busch claims win; Johnson crashes to 38th Nov 9, 2009
(8) Greg Biffle, Ford, 333, 92. 5, 142, 149,925. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Busch drives back to Victory Lane Nov 9, 2009
Matt Kenseth was third, followed by Martin, Kevin Harvick, Tony Stewart, Clint Bowyer, Greg Biffle, Jeff Burton and A.J. Allmendinger. "When I saw him (Kyle) peel off with a couple laps to go, I knew what we had for fuel mileage," Kurt said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Kurt Busch thwarts brother's hopes in Texas win Nov 9, 2009
Kurt Busch thwarts brother Kyle Busch's hopes in Texas Motor Speedway win - ESPN. Updated: November 9, 2009, 1:57 AM ET. (ABC News)
Rewind | Racing to win? Category may be the key Nov 9, 2009
Category may be the key - Racing - NewsObserver. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NASCAR/The Chase: Winless Edwards has positive spin Nov 8, 2009
Greg Biffle, --340; 8. Ryan Newman, --402; 9. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Great Expectations Doug Murray/Icon SMIDanica Patrick is rumored to have had negotiations with JR Motorsports about leaving IndyCar and joining NASCAR.If Danica Patrick moves to NASCAR in 2010, the racing community would benefit financially, writes Tom Bowles. During this period of economic turmoil, any little bit helps. Nov 6, 2009
Among those still shut out of Victory Lane in 2009: Juan Pablo Montoya, Ryan Newman, Carl Edwards, Greg Biffle, Jeff Burton, Clint Bowyer, and Kevin Harvick. With David Stremme released from Penske Racing this week, there's now just one driver set to run every race without a top 10 finish: Paul Menard. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Getting noticed, landing NASCAR sponsor remain difficult Nov 5, 2009
"I get asked this all the time, and there's no set way to get noticed," Greg Biffle said. "You have to be willing to do whatever it takes -- even if that means creating your own way.". (The Augusta Chronicle)
McMurray snaps 86-race winless streak Nov 2, 2009
AP Photo Greg Biffle (16), Jeff Gordon (24) and Mark Martin (5) draft behind Brad Keselowski (09) and Denny Hamlin (11) during the AMP Energy 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto race Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009, at Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Ala. Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
McMurray snaps 86-race winless streak; Johnson builds on lead Nov 2, 2009
"AMP Energy 500 Results1. (22) Jamie McMurray, Ford, 191 laps, 99.4 rating, 195 points, 229,275.2. (11) Kasey Kahne, Dodge, 191, 75.1, 175, 212,098.3. (20) Joey Logano, Toyota, 191, 91.2, 170, 184,301.4. (8) Greg Biffle, Ford, 191, 77.5, 160, 142,500.5. (18) Jeff Burton, Chevrolet, 191, 100.8, 160, 156,706.6. (1) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 191, 70.3, 150, 151,876.7. (33) Michael Waltrip, Toyota, 191, 69.7, 151, 110,675.8. (36) Brad Keselowski, Dodge, 191, 89.4, 147, 94,150.9. (26) Elliott... (Longview Daily News, WA)
McMurray wins at Talladega, Johnson widens points lead Nov 2, 2009
"Kasey Kahne finished second, while rookie Joey Logano, Greg Biffle and Jeff Burton completed the top-five.After finishing sixth, Jimmie Johnson is on the cusp of winning his record fourth straight Cup championship. Johnson extended his lead to 184 points over Martin and 192 ahead of Gordon with just three races remaining."I feel good about things," Johnson said. "I hate to see so many tore up cars and the big wreck that took place, but for us what really made the difference, obviously we were... (News & Observer -- Sports)
McMurray ends drought Nov 2, 2009
--- Some things never change at Talladega Superspeedway, no matter how many rules NASCAR makes. There were big wrecks and angry drivers Sunday. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Jamie McMurray takes Talladega to end 86-race skid Nov 2, 2009
Greg Biffle (16), Jeff Gordon (24) and Mark Martin (5) draft behind Brad Keselowski (09) and Denny Hamlin (11) during the AMP Energy 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto race Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009, at Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Ala. (AP Photo/Rainier Ehrhardt) Ryan Newman (33) slides upside down on the track after crashing with Kevin Harvick (29) during the AMP Energy 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto race Sunday, Nov. 1, 2009, at Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Ala. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Talladega Qualifying Rained Out, Johnson Awarded Pole Nov 1, 2009
Kurt Busch, Ryan Newman, Greg Biffle, Denny Hamlin and Carl Edwards will start sixth through 10th, respectively. Talladega is the sixth Sprint Cup qualifying session to be rained out this year. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Anything Can Happen Getty Images/Stephen DunnMark Martin geared up for a victory at Talladega this weekend. After last time, Martin said the track owes him one.Don't expect Jimmie Johnson to walk away with the win this weekend. Watch out for Mark Martin, writes Lars Anderson. At Talladega, he might get the luck he needs to steal the Chase. Oct 31, 2009
Late in the race, Carl Edwards aggressively bump-drafted his teammate Greg Biffle as they headed into Turn One. Edwards tried to give Biffle an aerodynamic push that would propel both of them into the lead but Edwards hit Biffle too hard, which caused Biffle to lose control of his Ford. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Martin hoping to gain ground at Talladega Oct 31, 2009
In April, only four drivers who wound up qualifying for the Chase finished among the top 10 at Talladega: Ryan Newman (third), Kurt Busch (sixth), Greg Biffle (seventh), and Brian Vickers (eighth). I m welcoming the race, said Carl Edwards, who was last seen at Talladega in April, sprinting the last 100 yards of the race on foot after his car made contact with eventual winner Brad Keselowski on the last lap. (Boston Globe)
Tracking the Chase | How the Top 12 fared Sunday Oct 26, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Sun, Oct 25, 2009 08:56 PMModified Sun, Oct 25, 2009 09:32 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hamlin dominates at end to win at Martinsville Oct 26, 2009
(20) Greg Biffle, Ford, 500, 48. 7, 93, 90,550. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Rewind | Another ending to rile up fans Oct 26, 2009
Greg Biffle stays out under caution to take the lead and Johnson moves into second during a round of pit stops. The timing allows Hamlin to get back on the same pit schedule and he restarts third. (News & Observer -- Sports)
RESULTS: Tums Fast Relief 500 Oct 26, 2009
NASCAR Sprint Cup - Tums Fast Relief 500 - USATODAY.com. Updated: 10/25/2009 - 7:58 PM. (USA Today -- Sports)
Notebook: Montoya, Gordon race aggressively Oct 26, 2009
Chase participants Greg Biffle and Kasey Kahne had forgettable days. Biffle went a lap down early in the race, rallied to even lead once when he stayed on the track while the leaders headed for pit road but then faded to finish 25th. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Cup dominance has precedent Oct 25, 2009
During 2005, when only 10 drivers qualified for the Chase, all five from Roush Racing then Martin, Kurt Busch, Carl Edwards, Greg Biffle and Matt Kenseth made the Chase. Together, the group racked up 15 wins but failed to win the championship. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Newman, Gordon to start up front at Martinsville Oct 24, 2009
Ryan Newman, Jeff Gordon head field at Martinsville - Racing - SI.com. Posted: Friday October 23, 2009 7:13PM; Updated: Friday October 23, 2009 9:18PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Ford to debut new motor next week at Talladega Oct 24, 2009
Ford Chase competitors Carl Edwards and Greg Biffle will continue to use their old engines. Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Newman rockets past Gordon for Martinsville pole Oct 24, 2009
Other Chase drivers and their starting positions include: Tony Stewart (13th), Denny Hamlin (17th), Greg Biffle (20th), Juan Pablo Montoya (21st), Brian Vickers (24th), Kasey Kahne (26th), Carl Edwards (29th) and Kurt Busch (37th). Josh Wise was the only driver who failed to qualify. (News & Observer -- Sports)
FR9 engine to debut at Talladega for Ragan and Kenseth Oct 24, 2009
Driver Greg Biffle said it will take some time to phase in the engines, particularly if the proposed merger between Yates Racing and Richard Petty Motorsports is completed and that organization moves to Ford. Drivers to host WWE Raw: Kyle Busch and Joey Logano will appear as guest hosts of WWE's "Monday Night Raw," which will be broadcast live from Buffalo at 9 p.m. Monday on USA Network. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Ford to debut new NASCAR motor at Talladega Oct 24, 2009
Ford Chase competitors Carl Edwards and Greg Biffle will continue to use their old engines. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Trophy Cup has a stacked field Oct 22, 2009
Only 114 points separate leader Mark Martin from eighth-place Greg Biffle heading into the Pepsi 500 at California -- the fourth race in the playoffs. Five former event champions, as well as a host of other successful sprint car drivers, are in the field for the 16th annual Trophy Cup winged 360 races, set for Friday and Saturday at Tulare's Thunderbowl Raceway. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
NASCAR notes Oct 22, 2009
Greg Biffle No. 16 Ford ... Last week: Newman battled back to finish 11th at Lowe's after he was involved in the lap 314 incident with Greg Biffle and David Stremme ... Reutimann won his first career pole at Memphis while qualifying Greg Biffle's car in 2003. (USA Today -- Sports)
J.J. atop Power Rankings, but who's second? Oct 21, 2009
" Yet those are seemingly contradictory comments from a man experimenting with a "next generation" Roush Fenway chassis on a night his two Chase compatriots, Carl Edwards and Greg Biffle, were not. And while those two never so much as sniffed the front of the pack, the No. 17 Ford was a factor all night before coming home second to Jimmie Johnson -- his second top-five finish in five playoff races to date. 8Last Week: NR Kasey KahneLove him or hate him, you've got to give an attaboy for the way... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Kyle Busch rolls to seventh Nationwide win of season Oct 20, 2009
The move ended up costing him some valuable points, as Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Denny Hamlin crashed while getting stuck between Brad Keselowski and Greg Biffle, a crash Busch said Hamlin couldn't avoid. "Denny got caught up in a mess I don't know if any of us could have gotten out of," Busch said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Johnson taking control of Chase Oct 19, 2009
Greg Biffle and Carl Edwards are tied with the second-most Chase wins, and Tony Stewart is third. Those three have combined to win 17 times. (The Augusta Chronicle)
BruceMartinInside Racing Jimmie Johnson's a lock to win his 4th straight points title, right? Oct 19, 2009
" Yes, only a "gang fight" might keep Johnson from driving to another championship, but there is one problem to that concept -- somebody has to catch Johnson's Chevrolet before the rest of the posse can jump in. "All we can do is be optimistic about our programs and try to figure out a way to beat him each week," said Greg Biffle, who is seventh in the standings, 268 behind Johnson. "Whether we can beat the 48 (Johnson) or the 5 (Martin) or the 24 (Gordon), whoever it is, we'll just wait and see... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Johnson holds off Gordon, adds to Chase lead Oct 18, 2009
Denny Hamlin and Carl Edwards both blew motors, Greg Biffle was in a late spin and Tony Stewart never contended. That left it up to Kahne and Gordon to chase down Johnson, and despite some thrilling late restarts, neither came close. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Johnson claims third Chase victory, extends lead Oct 18, 2009
" So does everyone else. Matt Kenseth was second, followed by Kahne and Jeff Gordon, Johnson's teammate at Hendrick Motorsports. Martin, who started the race 12 points behind his teammate in the standings, finished 17th in part because of front-end damage received when he ran into the back of Juan Pablo Montoya on an early restart. It was that kind of night for several title contenders, as eight of the 12 finished outside the top 10 in a rare off night for the Chase drivers. Montoya, who was... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Earnhardt sees light at end of long season Oct 17, 2009
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Second verse, same as the first Oct 17, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Sat, Oct 17, 2009 12:21 AMModified Sat, Oct 17, 2009 12:21 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Fastest in final practice? Johnson again Oct 17, 2009
Fastest in final practice. Johnson again - Racing - News ver. (News & Observer -- Sports)
2009 Nationwide Series Schedule Oct 17, 2009
Feb. 28 Sam's Town 300, Las Vegas; Greg Biffle. March 21 Scotts Turf Builder 300, Bristol, Tenn. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Busch widens points lead with another victory at Charlotte Oct 17, 2009
Hamlin and Greg Biffle made contact and crashed into the wall while battling for the lead with less than 10 laps remaining. Busch was credited with a 31st-place finish and saw his lead trimmed to 155 points over Edwards. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Johnson zips to pole at Charlotte Oct 16, 2009
The remaining Chase drivers and their starting positions include: Kurt Busch (15th), Denny Hamlin (17th), Juan Pablo Montoya (18th), Greg Biffle (23rd), Carl Edwards (28th) and Brian Vickers (30th). Michael McDowell, Sterling Marlin, Dave Blaney and Travis Kvapil failed to qualify. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Biffle says no tension between him and Logano Oct 16, 2009
Greg Biffle says he'shouldn't have' run intoJoey Logano - Racing - SI.com ... CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Greg Biffle says he "probably shouldn't have" run into fellow NASCAR driver Joey Logano during last week's Nationwide race, an incident that led to a post-race confrontation between Biffle and Logano's father. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Points leader Johnson picks up pole at Charlotte Oct 16, 2009
Points leader Jimme Johnson wins pole at Charlotte - Racing - SI.com. Posted: Thursday October 15, 2009 10:51PM; Updated: Thursday October 15, 2009 11:23PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Biffle has no hard feelings toward Tom Logano Oct 16, 2009
Greg Biffle says he "probably shouldn't have" run into fellow NASCAR driver Joey Logano during last week's Nationwide race, an incident that led to a post-race confrontation between Biffle and Logano's father. Biffle and Logano tangled early in the race at Auto Club Speedway, a move Biffle said was payback after Logano bumped him during the Nationwide race at Kansas a week earlier. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Opinion: Top 12 breakdown after Fontana's race Oct 15, 2009
He caused an accident that ended the already slim championship hopes of fellow Chasers Greg Biffle and Kasey Kahne ... Greg Biffle, 5,540Biffle finished 20th, and he is 188 points behind Johnson. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Kahne puts NASCAR in spotlight over caution call Oct 15, 2009
The contact sent Kahne into Greg Biffle, and both cars spun through the grass with enough damage to ruin their race ... Then NASCAR threw a debris caution for no debris, which caused Kurt Busch to hit the wall, which caused me to go to the grass and Greg Biffle. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Edwards rebounding in Nationwide title hunt Oct 15, 2009
Hamlin moved into the lead shortly after, but lost his chance to win the race for Busch when he made contact with Greg Biffle and then slammed the wall in the final laps ... Hamlin moved into the lead shortly after, but lost his chance to win the race for Busch when he made contact with Greg Biffle and then slammed the wall in the final laps. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Frustrated Kahne questions phantom caution call Oct 14, 2009
"I don't know that they've run a fair race all year.'' The issue has come roaring back behind Kasey Kahne's accusation that NASCAR threw a bogus caution Sunday to bunch up the field and avoid a boring runaway win by Jimmie Johnson at Auto Club Speedway. Kahne was likely headed to a top-10 finish when he was wrecked on a restart with 12 laps to go. Kurt Busch started the accident when he bounced off the wall and into Kahne. The contact sent Kahne into Greg Biffle, and both cars spun through the... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
TomBowlesNascar Power Rankings Juan Pablo Montoya's rising. But will his Cinderella run soon end? Oct 14, 2009
"I got off of Turn 4 and the car just jumped sideways on me," he explained of an ugly wreck with 10 laps left that also involved Chasers Greg Biffle and Kasey Kahne ... " Now 192 points out of the lead, the No. 99 team can turn its focus towards improving its program for 2010. In doing so, that might actually make it more dangerous down the stretch, as Carl's been running this Chase in a more conservative, "points racing" mode. A more aggressive approach should allow him to visit Victory Lane at... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Ford ponies up with Mustang for Nationwide Series Oct 14, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Tue, Oct 13, 2009 07:15 PMModified Tue, Oct 13, 2009 09:46 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Good isn't good enough in Chase Oct 13, 2009
Greg Biffle and Carl Edwards have the second-most wins during the Chase with six each. "Yeah, they have something magical about the final 10 races," Gordon said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Johnson rolls to victory in California Oct 13, 2009
Denny Hamlin, Kasey Kahne, Greg Biffle and Brian Vickers all saw their Chase hopes likely evaporate for good. Hamlin was leading with 60 laps to go when he collided with Montoya on a restart. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Good isn't enough against Johnson Oct 13, 2009
" Johnson now has won 16 races in the Chase since NASCAR went to its playoff system in 2004. Greg Biffle and Carl Edwards have the second-most wins during the Chase with six each. "Yeah, they have something magical about the final 10 races," Gordon said. "You know, these 10 tracks really suit them. They do an incredible job. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Johnson grabs lead after Pepsi 500 win Oct 12, 2009
-- Jimmie Johnson is back in control of NASCAR's Chase for the Championship. Johnson, the three-time defending Sprint Cup champion, easily pulled away from Jeff Gordon after a restart with three laps left to win the Pepsi 500 yesterday at Auto Club Speedway for his fifth victory of the year and 45th overall. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Johnson on track to extend Sprint Cup streak Oct 12, 2009
Kasey Kahne and Greg Biffle didn t fare much better. The two got together with about 15 laps to go when Kurt Busch got loose, sending Biffle into Kahne. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Stewart rallies again Oct 12, 2009
Tom Logano waited for driver Greg Biffle's car on pit road after the race and directed obscene gestures toward Biffle before a NASCAR official confiscated Logano's annual credential ... Tom Logano was back at Auto Club Speedway on Sunday to watch his son race in the Pepsi 500 a day after having his credential pulled following a run-in with driver Greg Biffle. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Tom Logano apologizes for run-in with Biffle Oct 12, 2009
Tom Logano was back at Auto Club Speedway on Sunday to watch his son race in the Pepsi 500 a day after having his credential pulled following a run-in with driver Greg Biffle. Pole-sitter Denny Hamlin leads Jimmie Johnson, right, and Greg Biffe, left, into a turn on the opening lap of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series' Pepsi 500 auto race Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009, at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Joey Logano bounces back for Nationwide win Oct 12, 2009
Run into the wall by Greg Biffle early in Saturday's Copart 300, Logano stayed just good enough to remain in the hunt when chaos erupted in the final 20 laps ... Logano's path to victory was helped when Denny Hamlin and Greg Biffle wrecked while racing for the lead with nine of 150 laps remaining ... "Copart 300 Results1. (1) Joey Logano, Toyota, 152 laps, 116.1 rating, 190 points, 95,670.2. (5) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 152, 122.3, 175, 63,950.3. (16) Carl Edwards, Ford, 152, 112.8, 170, 46,925.4.... (Longview Daily News, WA)
RESULTS: Pepsi 500 Oct 12, 2009
NASCAR Sprint Cup - Pepsi 500 - USATODAY.com. Updated: 10/12/2009 - 1:17 AM. (USA Today -- Sports)
