Archive for July 18th, 2009

Ron Hornaday held off a late surge from Mike Skinner to win the NASCAR Camping World Truck race Saturday at Kentucky Speedway, the third consecutive victory for the series points leader.

Hornaday became the first two-time winner in the 10-year history of the Built Ford Tough 225 at the 1 1/2-mile northern Kentucky track. He also started from the pole, becoming the first driver to win at Kentucky after starting from the front row.

Hornaday’s victory was delayed by two late cautions.

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At 81, Hershel McGriff’s reasoning for making a racing comeback came down to a simple question: Why not?

“I haven’t had anyone tell me that I’m crazy,” he laughs.

McGriff will attempt to qualify for a NASCAR Camping World West Series race this Sunday at Portland International Raceway. If he does, he will become the oldest driver ever to compete in a national NASCAR series race.

“I guess it’s a new venture in my career,” he said.

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Kevin Harvick said he’s “all set” for next season — with his Nationwide program.

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Martin Truex Jr.’s 2010 deal with MWR kicks off a slew of activity this silly season. DW looks at what moves could happen next.

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