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1st August 2008, 22:54 #1
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Casey Mears?
He's shopping for a ride and has made it clear that he's not just looking at NASCAR. That a good seat in Indy Car would definitely be an option.
Obviously it's most likely he'll stay in NASCAR, but this is another sign the tide has turned. The exodus has stopped, and Indy Car seats are becoming more attractive.
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2nd August 2008, 02:14 #2Originally Posted by ZzZzZz
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2nd August 2008, 05:40 #3Originally Posted by Chamoo
Maybe so, but even that is an indication that the tide has turned somewhat, don't you think? I mean a year ago, who would have taken seriously any thought that a NASCAR driver threatening to go to the IRL as a way to leverage a ride in NASCAR?
Gary"If you think there's a solution, you're part of the problem." --- George Carlin :andrea: R.I.P.
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2nd August 2008, 05:50 #4
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Originally Posted by garyshellDon't take life seriously; you'll never get out of it alive!
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2nd August 2008, 07:46 #5
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He didn't impress me in Lights or his limited Champ Car appearances.
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2nd August 2008, 09:24 #6
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Originally Posted by CivicThe Only True Triple Crown Winner-- Al Unser Sr. 1978- Indy 500, Pocono 500, Ontario 500
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2nd August 2008, 13:31 #7
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I am not sure it is "leverage" for NASCAR - whom is he levering?? I think it is a realistic assessment that his options in NASCAR are limited and that the IRL is a more viable option than it used to be....
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2nd August 2008, 15:12 #8Originally Posted by Chris R
I am not saying all this to be negative, I just don't believe he would be seriously looking at an ICS ride. Also, I would like a link to the story where he says he would be interested in driving anything, not just tin tops.
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2nd August 2008, 17:09 #9
I think this might be the start of a turning point. Drivers are starting to realize that that Tony Stewart's quick transition was the exception rather than the rule. People who have won things in the open wheel ranks like A.J., Hornish, Franchitti, J.V., etc come over, feel like they know everything and end up running at the back.
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2nd August 2008, 17:10 #10Originally Posted by Chamoo
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