Follow EGR on Twitter: Continue to followEarnhardt Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates (EGR) on their official team Twitter page. Find in-race updates and weekly news on the No. 1 and No. 42 teams throughout the 2012 season by following “@EGRTeams”
EGR at the Pocono: In 50 starts at Pocono Raceway, EGR drivers have earned four top-fives and 12 top-10 finishes in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS). Sterling Marlin and Casey Mears started from the pole in 2002 and 2004, respectively. The highest finishing position for EGR was in 2009 with Juan Pablo Montoya finishing second at the 2.5-mile tri-oval. EGR drivers have completed 10,046 laps out of a possible 10,688 laps or 94% of the laps possible and have led 227 laps at the raceway. Chip Ganassi Racing Teams (CGRT) earned two ARCA Series victories at Pocono Raceway, both coming in 2003 with Mears.
Pocono Facelift: The 2.5-mile tri-oval, known as the Tricky Triangle, was recently repaved. NSCS drivers, including EGR’s Jamie McMurray visited the raceway earlier this season for a Goodyear tire test. “After the few laps [at the test], with the speed and the grip that it has — from my perspective, I think most guys will like this a lot more,” said McMurray looking forward to the 400-mile race.
There’s an App for that: CGRT and SapientNitro SM recently re-launched an updated mobile application, which is one of the first for the high-velocity world of racing. The application brings fans updated driver and event information, and exclusive content in one centralized and expansive mobile experience, bringing to life the rich heritage and legendary success of CGRT. The unique mobile application conveys the high-octane rush of the racing experience for a team that competes at the highest levels in three series – NSCS, IZOD IndyCar Series and GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series. Clickhere to visit the iTunes Application store and download the CGRT mobile app.
JAMIE MCMURRAY AND NO. 1 BANANA BOAT TEAM
McMurray on Twitter: Catch the latest from the driver of the No. 1 Banana Boat Chevrolet by following Jamie McMurray’s personal Twitter account,@JamieMcMurray.
Dover Recap:The action at Dover International Speedway started early as the race was red-flagged for nearly 20 minutes on lap 10 as safety crews worked to clean up a multi-car incident. The No. 1 Chevrolet went to extremes on handling, varying from both loose to tight throughout the 400-lap race. Crew chief Kevin “Bono” Manion told the team prior to the start of the FedEx 400 benefiting Autism Speaks that they would take advantage of every caution to adjust on the Bass Pro Shops Chevy. The team did just that under each of the seven yellow flags, keeping McMurray on the lead lap and bringing the No. 1 Chevrolet to a 19th-place finish.
Get on the Boat, the Banana Boat: Banana Boat joins as a primary sponsor on McMurray’s No. 1 and will be represented with a special orange, blue and white paint scheme at Pocono Raceway. Banana Boat offers a new line of Sport Performance® CoolZone™ continuous spray sunscreen.
McMurray at Pocono: Making his 19th start at Pocono Raceway this weekend, McMurray has completed 3,406 laps of a possible 3,514 laps at the raceway. Leading three laps at the Tricky Triangle, McMurray has earned three top-10s, has an average start of 17.2 and an average finish of 22.3. McMurray started from the pole at the 2.5-mile tri-oval in 2005 and best finish was in 2004 and 2008.
Green, Green, Green: McMurray is ranked second in green flag passes in the last 14 events at Pocono Raceway. He has completed 1,207 passes, leading Tony Stewart by 19 green flag passes.
Twitter Reporter: McMurray joins NASCAR on SPEED as a Twitter reporter for this weekend’s race. Be sure to follow@JamieMcMurray and @NASCARonSPEED for an exclusive, all-access pass of the weekend events at the raceway. McMurray’s tweets will also be featured throughout the weekend broadcasts during practice sessions, qualifying, Trackside, NASCAR RaceDay and NASCAR Victory Lane shows.
The CoolZone: Don’t let your engine overheat. Swing by the Banana Boat®CoolZone™ Pit Stop to cool down with Sport Performance® CoolZone™ continuous spray sunscreen during the race weekend. Fans can take the Banana Boat® Sun Care Challenge, play games, win cool prizes and take photos with the No. 1 Banana Boat® car.
JUAN PABLO MONTOYA AND THE NO. 42 TARGET TEAM
Montoya on Twitter: Catch the latest from the driver of the No. 42 Target Chevrolet by following Montoya’s personal Twitter account,@jpmontoya.
Dover Recap: The FedEx 400 experienced seven cautions for 32 laps and one red flag over the course of the 400-lap race. Unfortunately, the red flag was caused by an on-track incident just nine laps into the race which left significant damage to the Target Chevy. Montoya was running in the 28th position when he was collected up in a 12-car pileup. The team worked on the No. 42 for 99 laps back in the garage and got Montoya back out on the track. The remainder of the day was spent trying to gain as many positions as possible. When the checkered flag waved, the team was credited with 28th position.
Montoya at Pocono: In 10 starts at Pocono Raceway, Montoya has completed 1,811 laps out of 1,910 laps possible or 94.8%. He has earned one top-five, four top-10s and an average starting and finishing position of 15.4 and 18.7, respectively. Montoya’s highest start (2010) and finish (2009) at the Tricky Triangle is second.
Dot Com: Be sure to check out the new and improved official Juan Pablo Montoya website atwww.jpmontoya.com. Learn more about Montoya, his No. 42 crew and check out exclusive photos, videos, news and more.
Weekend Anniversary: This weekend in 2000, Montoya earned his eighth CART Series win at the Milwaukee Mile for Chip Ganassi Racing. Starting from the pole, Montoya led 179 laps of the 225 laps to come home victorious.
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