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Michael Jordan’s NASCAR Employee Was Left Extremely Upset by Racing Body’s Controversial Pocono Decision
The final lap incidents between Corey LaJoie and Ryan Preece at the Pocono Raceway left a Michael Jordan spotter extremely upset.
“Tha Little Sh*t Just Wrecked Him” – NASCAR Legend Richard Childress Had Some Words for Tyler Reddick As He Spun His No 3 Driver at the Tricky Triangle
NASCAR icon Richard Childress had a stern message for Tyler Reddick as he sent the No. 3 driver spinning at Pocono racetrack.
One Year After Pocono Ended His Career, Kurt Busch Makes Emotional Admission Upon His Return, Leaving Racing Community Teary-Eyed
Kurt Busch surprised the NASCAR racing community with his nostalgic tweet following the Pocono Race Weekend and left his fans emotional.
“Naive” Denny Hamlin Puts Forth Intent Argument to Justify His Only Choice
Joe Gibbs Racing driver, Denny Hamlin makes a strong case for his actions, asserting that he had no other option but to do what he did.
Is an Internal War Brewing at Joe Gibbs Racing? Martin Truex Jr Calls Denny Hamlin “Dirty” After Attacking Christopher Bell
Martin Truex Jr has been vocal about his teammates recently. First, he called out Christopher Bell on the team radio, and now he opens up on Denny Hamlin.
“Are You Mad at What I Did or Just Me” Denny Hamlin Fires Back at Kyle Petty After His Remorselessness Was Questioned
Denny Hamlin fires back at Kyle Petty's criticism after Pocono win controversy. A debate on aggressive racing and ethics in NASCAR ensues.
“We Need That Villan”- Dale Earnhardt Jr Risks Angering NASCAR World by Giving Denny Hamlin the Greenlight
Dale Earnhardt Jr sees nothing wrong with hard racing. The retired driver and Mike Davis exchange their views on a recent incident.
“It Ain’t Scripted” – Dale Earnhardt Jr Lets NASCAR Fans Mind Run Amuck With Controversial Statement
As the NASCAR community is embroiled in debates regarding Pocono's in race event, Dale Earnhardt Jr has delivered a controversial statement.
Engulfed in Controversy, Joe Gibbs Comes to Denny Hamlin’s Rescue; Faces the Brunt of Fans’ Wrath
Surrounded by controversy after his 'no-contact' statement at Pocono Raceway, Joe Gibbs come to the rescue of his star driver, Denny Hamlin.
“Earn Your Way In” – Hendrick Motorsports Legend Shares His Advice for 23XI Driver Bubba Wallace as He Hopes to Cement a Playoff Spot
23XI Racing driver Bubba Wallace faces road course challenges & playoff pressure. HMS legend shares advice for a superstar performance.
Moments Before the Race at the “Tricky Triangle”, Cameras Spotted “Cheflowski” Grilling the Pocorgers
Pocorgers? Last Sunday at Pocono, Brad Keselowski was seen grilling burgers with soft pretzel buns from one of their closest partners.
NASCAR Community Turns Against “Narcissist” Denny Hamlin After His Blatant Denial of Reality
NASCAR fans express their unhappiness over Denny Hamlin and his "narcissistic" comments after he denies any wrongdoing in the Kyle Larson incident.
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LONG P -OND, PA - JUNE 04: Kyle Larson, driver of the #42 Cessna/NTT Data Group Chevrolet, leads a pack of cars during the NASCAR XFINITY Series Pocono Green 250 at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Sarah Crabill/NASCAR via Getty Images)
Pocono Raceway - 2021 Latest News, Winners, Qualifying, Track
Pocono Raceway, also known as The Tricky Triangle, is a superspeedway situated in the Pocono Mountains in Long Pond, Pennsylvania. it was previously known as the Pocono International Raceway.
The track hosts four NASCAR races. It is also home to an ARCA Menards race. The NASCAR races that happen on this track are a NASCAR Cup Series doubleheader and also the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.
An Indy Car race also featured on the track from 1971 to 1989, and from 2013 to 2019.
Pocono is one of a couple of NASCAR tracks not claimed by either NASCAR or Speedway Motorsports, the prevailing track proprietors in NASCAR. Pocono Raceway is family-owned by Mattco Inc. The CEO of the track is Nick Igdalsky and the president is Ben May.
The South Boston Speedway is also owned by Mattco Inc.
History
The track was planned by race driver Rodger Ward. He was the winner of the 1959 and 1962 Indianapolis 500 race. Pocono Raceway has an exceptional plan, as each turn is designed according to a turn at an alternate track.
It is a three-sided track. It likewise has three separate areas of the circuit – the north course, east course, and south course. Every one of these infield areas utilizes separate parts of the track or can be joined for more and more specialized course setups.
Altogether Pocono Raceway has 22 diverse street course designs going from 0.5 miles to 3.65 miles long. During standard non-race ends of the week, various clubs or driving schools can utilize the track all the while by running on various infield segments.
The entirety of the infield areas can likewise be run in either clockwise or counter-clockwise bearing which duplicates the 22-course arrangement to 44 complete course choices.
Quick Facts
| Location | Long Pond Road and Andretti Road, Long Pond, Pennsylvania, 18334 |
| Operator | Mattco Inc. |
| Former Names | Pocono International Raceway (1969–1996) |
| Major Events | NASCAR Cup Series Pocono Organics 325 Pocono 350 NASCAR Xfinity Series Pocono Green 225 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Pocono Organics 150 ARCA Menards Series General Tire #AnywhereIsPossible 200 |
| Length | 2.5 mi (4.023 km) |
| Most Wins | Jeff Gordon, Denny Hamlin (6) |
| Most Starts | Ricky Rudd (55) |
| Most Poles | Ken Schrader, Bill Elliott (5) |
