NASCAR drivers looking to the 'speedway gods' for help at Daytona
Both Carson Hocevar and Chris Buescher referenced the existence of the ‘superspeedway gods’ on Friday at Daytona regarding the luck that is required to win on the two traditional ‘drafting tracks.’ To wit, it is expected that there will be at least one major wreck, and maybe even more than a single ‘Big One.’ There isn’t a lot that drivers can do to miss them other than simply get ... Keep reading
NASCAR drivers are relying on the “superspeedway gods” for help at Daytona, amid the unpredictable nature of races at traditional “drafting tracks.” Both Carson Hocevar and Chris Buescher acknowledge the likelihood of at least one significant crash, and perhaps more, during the weekend. These races are often decided by the infamous “Big Ones,” and success in the championship standings is dependent on these mythical beings.
Hocevar, for instance, was leading the Daytona 500 when he got crashed and then almost crashed at Talladega while on his way to his first-ever Cup Series victory. The gods can take and give equally. Hocevar noted that positioning himself with someone to his left helped him avoid a spin at Talladega. Buescher, also in the Chase for the Championship, emphasized the importance of achieving a seeding no worse than sixth to have a genuine shot at the playoffs.
If they can secure a strong position, they will have several opportunities to win races and potentially win at the Daytona International Speedway again.
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