SPARTA, Ky. (AP) — The Kentucky Speedway winners’ club has been exclusive — just five drivers have combined to win the first nine NASCAR Cup races. All have championships, with the 400-mile race providing a springboard to the title for Kyle Busch, Brad Keselowski and Martin Truex Jr. That trio also has multiple Kentucky wins, which speaks volumes about their mastery of the 1.5-mile oval. Sunday presents different hurdles, running in daylight for just the second time with drivers having to adjust without practice and qualifying because of coronavirus concerns. How well they adapt could determine whether club membership expands or remains the same.
Kevin Harvick, on far side of wall, celebrates with his crew after winning the NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, Sunday, July 5, 2020. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Day trippers: Familiarity key for drivers at Kentucky oval
Jul 12, 2020 | 6:47 AM
