More Pocono Raceway News
NASCAR’s Scott Miller Explains Why They “Can’t Inspect the Entire Field” Post the Dual Disqualification of Denny Hamlin & Kyle Busch
Scott Miller answers why all cars are not tested and why only Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch were disqualified. Also, what about Chase Elliott?
“I Crossed the Line Third” – Chase Elliott Rules Out a Victory Celebration Despite Winning the Race in Pocono
Chase Elliott displays utmost gentleman-like behavior during post-race media conference regarding the disqualification of Denny Hamlin.
Bubba Wallace Attains New Personal High After the Cup Race at Pocono
Following the NASCAR Cup series race at Pocono, 23XI Racing's Bubba Wallace set a personal record for himself as he hunts for a Playoff spot
NASCAR President Steve Phelps Opens Up on the Future of the Pocono Raceway
Recently, NASCAR president Steve Phelps talked about the decision to reduce the number of Pocono Raceway visits to one instead of two
Former NASCAR Driver Urges the Sport “To Do Better” After the Pocono Disqualification Ordeal
Former NASCAR driver Kenny Wallace posted a series of sarcastic tweets after the disqualification of Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch at Pocono.
NASCAR Journalist Clears the Air on the Controversial Denny Hamlin-Kyle Busch Disqualification
NASCAR journalist Kelly Crandall recently explained why the cars of Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch didn't fail the pre race inspection.
“I Smell BS” – NASCAR Fans Hint Towards Conspiracy After “Absolute Joke” Decision of Disqualifying Pocono Race Winner Denny Hamlin and Second Place Kyle Busch
NASCAR fans reacted after it was announced that Pocono winner Denny Hamlin and his teammate Kyle Busch, were disqualified from the race.
“What Would You Expect Me to Do?” – Denny Hamlin Makes a Point After Wrecking Ross Chastain in Pocono
NASCAR driver for Joe Gibbs Racing Denny Hamlin spoke about giving payback to Ross Chastain during the race at Pocono Raceway.
Winless Ryan Blaney Hoping to Capitalize From “Funky Spot” With Kevin Harvick and Martin Truex Jr
With six races of regular season left, Ryan Blaney is still searching for his first win of the year and a chance to qualify for the Playoffs
WATCH: The Pocono Wreck Bubba Wallace Called “The Hardest One” of His Career
23XI Racing driver, Bubba Wallace, takes a trip down memory lane as he recalls his horrifying crash at the Pocono Raceway.
“Doesn’t Make Any Sense” – NASCAR Fans Question 23XI’s Decision to Replace an Injured Kurt Busch by Rookie Ty Gibbs
NASCAR fans questioned the decision of replacing 23XI Racing driver Kurt Busch with Xfinity Series driver Ty Gibbs for the race in Pocono.
“Sign of Things to Come” – Dale Earnhardt Jr’s Big Words of Praise for Ty Gibbs
Former NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr walked into a press conference to talk about how well Ty Gibbs raced at the Xfinity Pocono race.
About Pocono Raceway
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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) |
