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Budweiser Shootout Features New Format In 2009

Dale Earnhardt Jr. won the 2008 Budweiser Shootout.

ST. LOUIS and DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Aug. 26, 2008) - The Budweiser Shootout, NASCAR’s season-opening event, will undergo a major format change in 2009 with the top-six drivers in owner’s points for each car manufacturer eligible for a starting berth. NASCAR’s season-opening event is scheduled for Saturday night, Feb. 7 at Daytona International Speedway.

In addition, other format changes include:

Event distance increases from 70 laps to 75 laps
10-minute intermission after 25 laps; teams can change tires, add fuel and make normal chassis adjustments

557 posted on 01/07/2009 4:04:59 PM PST by WestCoastGal (If we will hold the course, God in Heaven will raise up friends to help fight these battles.P Henry)

To: All; LasVegasMac

GoDaddy re-signed with JRM this year.

Damn no Jr in Texas. Some Cup races including Vegas.

558 posted on 01/07/2009 4:09:24 PM PST by WestCoastGal (If we will hold the course, God in Heaven will raise up friends to help fight these battles.P Henry)

To: WestCoastGal

will undergo a major format change in 2009 with the top-six drivers in owner’s points for each car manufacturer eligible for a starting berth.

I didn't know this was broke. Why fix it if it ain't broke. Come on Daytona. I feel the need for speed.

559 posted on 01/07/2009 4:10:23 PM PST by McGruff

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