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  1. jknight

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    #51 jknight, Jan 25, 2009
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    09 with the fire is back on track

    If time permits (3 hr rule), Chip needs to keep Scott in so he can do a simiar move as last year for the win!

    C
     
  2. Isobel

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    #52 Isobel, Jan 25, 2009
    ...just wondering if a streak of Pironi will rear up in one (or better, both) of the #66/#67 TRGs........;)
     
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    #53 Modeler, Jan 25, 2009
    It was around hour #13.
    Curious how there's a full course caution per hour.

    Not much point for us international folks in trying to follow the race closely. As Hindie says NASCAR doesn't get international sportscar racing at all.
     
  4. GuyIncognito

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    #54 GuyIncognito, Jan 25, 2009
    24th caution is out...is this legit or a sign of NASCAR's officiating influence?
     
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    #55 duskybird, Jan 25, 2009
    That was the #56 car it happened about 9:15pm.
     
  6. rob lay

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    #56 rob lay, Jan 25, 2009
    no, but they do get the formula right for large fields and close racing. 4 cars on lead lap within seconds because of the caution 22 hours in.
     
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    #57 Modeler, Jan 25, 2009
    Entertainment for those who like a gladiator style show.

    I like a battle of driving skill and varying technology, personally. NASCAR, national, spec racing seems to be a US thing.
    Seems odd they'd knock back an offer of free radio coverage. Guess they don't see it as a season opening major event.
     
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    #58 rob lay, Jan 25, 2009
    I agree, formula works better here.
     
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    #59 Gilles27, Jan 25, 2009
    Looks like it's going to be a great final hour!
     
  10. jknight

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    #60 jknight, Jan 25, 2009
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    I definitely prefer four classes running at the same time. Grand AM start them staggered...not at problem with ALMS but as stated on another forum, there's been no comment about ALMS as "it's the enemy"! I wonder how these GT3 cars would stand up to the FIA GT3 cars? I really want to find a race where the R8 will run - Modeler, let me know if you know where that might be!

    Rik certainly has to be proud of his guy Antonio (he and Leo Mansell will be driving the 430 for him this year).

    C
     
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    #61 yzee, Jan 25, 2009
    Woo Hoo, got a race here. I know the significance of Donahoo winning but go Bubba Juan!
     
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    #62 yzee, Jan 25, 2009
    That new Porsche motor is too fast. JPM will need the luck that will be traffic.
     
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    #63 GrigioGuy, Jan 25, 2009
    True that, or yet another full course caution. Pretty convenient that last one right at pit time...
     
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    #64 jknight, Jan 25, 2009
    Flat 6 vs V8 = yep that sucker is fast - I have the same thoughts as you - yes significant but go Bubba Juan! Wonder if GA will penalize the Porsche engined cars?
     
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    #65 open roads, Jan 25, 2009
    What a race!!! I can't stand it!!
     
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    #66 GuyIncognito, Jan 25, 2009
    geez, I need a cigarette.... :D
     
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    #67 jknight, Jan 25, 2009
    Great for the #58. I imagine the podium celebration will be a bit teary. Good push by JPM and VERY PROFESSIONAL driving by Scott Dixon in the Ganassi #02.

    GT - Way to go TRG and the most awesome team of drivers on the grid for sure.

    C
     
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    #68 rob lay, Jan 25, 2009
    Juan drove great, could he make it through the interview without whining? Of course not. :)
     
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    #69 GrigioGuy, Jan 25, 2009
    I like Montoya, but man....he never just gets beat, does he?
     
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    #71 Isobel, Jan 25, 2009
    Great race thanks to DD and JPM.
     
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    #72 ProCoach, Jan 25, 2009
    Nice shot and a good deal all around. Brumos and the Big P were due.
     
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    #74 joker57676, Jan 25, 2009
    What a great last couple of hours. I don't think I have been that excited watching sportscars in a long time. Congrats to the Brumos team on a great win.

    Mark

    PS: I didn't watch the post race interviews, what was Montoya whining about this time???
     
  25. rob lay

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    #75 rob lay, Jan 25, 2009
    Can't remember exactly, just blaming evereything but himself. Part I remember is him saying they were lucky they even got 2nd with that car, so does that mean because he was driving they did better than the car was capable?
     
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