Familiar Faces And New Names – Sprint Cup Contenders From Richard Childress Racing To Gene Haas Tony Stewart Racing
The top twelve drivers after the ‘regular season’ feature some familiar faces and new drivers who are considered a threat to win the Cup this year. As usual, Jimmie Johnson is making his perennial visit to the Chase, hoping to extend his championship record to five consecutive years. However, there are plenty of newcomers and dark horses who will add fresh competition. Kevin Harvick is considered a strong favorite due to his regular season performance and Gene Haas Tony Stewart is fielding a very credible threat
Breaking Down The Contenders
It is hard to bet against the guy with a 4 year streak, even if Jimmie Johnson is in 7th place and has had a bit of a bad run near the end of the season. Kevin Harvick has been great all year and deserves his place in the standings. Carl Edwards has been consistent since July. Denny Hamlin boasts 6 wins this season. Even Jeff Gordon and the Busch brothers can hit a hot streak at a moment’s notice and steal a championship
Gene Haas – Tony Stewart Racing A Threat?
Smoke may have put himself and Gene Haas Tony Stewart racing into consideration with a strong win at Atlanta. Last year, Tony Stewart started strong and slowed down, but this year he is getting hotter as the season moves on. Can Stewart bring home a 2nd championship in 6 years for himself and co-owner Gene Haas