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Exclusive: Alex Bowman Admits Slowly Reaching the Peak of His Powers a Week After Ending His 80-Race Drought
In an exclusive interview with EssentiallySports, Alex Bowman talked about his slow but steady progress back to Victory Lane.
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Carson Hocevar might not have been the most loved drivers recently. But he turned the story and fans are actually are in awe.
Despite Pocono Misfortune, Ross Chastain Still a Thorn in Bubba Wallace’s Climb to a Playoff Spot
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Toyota’s Panic-Inducing NASCAR Problem: How Joe Gibbs’ Repeated Oversight Could Spell Doom for His Merry Cup Series Band
After a third engine issue hit the JGR fold at Pocono Raceway, Joe Gibbs may need to pay attention to the glaring problem.
Ryan Blaney’s Crew Chief Confesses Team Penske’s Achilles Heel, Amidst Hopes of Turning the Summer Tide
Ryan Blaney's crew chief expresses his hopes that Team Penske has finally turned a corner after victory at Pocono Raceway in the Cup Series.
“I Never Lose”¦”- Disheartened Denny Hamlin Modestly Covers Up Toyota’s Plundered Pocono Failsafe
Joe Gibbs Racing driver Denny Hamlin covered up his team's shortcomings at Pocono Raceway after finishing runner-up to Ryan Blaney.
Fed-Up Samantha Busch Finally Breaks Silence on Husband Kyle’s Doomed RCR Streak
Kyle Busch incurred yet another DNF, fifth in seven races! This season can't get any more challenging, and even his wife seems tired.
Alex Bowman All Praise for Rick Hendrick’s $13.03 Billion Worth Partner’s Backing in Tough Times
Alex Bowman voices his appreciation for his sponsor Ally and Rick Hendrick's commitment through tough times.
“I’m Just Worried”- Ross Chastain Lets Slip Worst Cup Series Fear as He Comes Clean on Pocono Misstep
Ross Chastain struggled in Pocono and now his situation seems dire! From being comfortable to being concious- he needs to buckle up.
“I Didn’t Push It”: Kyle Larson Not Fully Sold on NASCAR’s Brutal Move Stealing Pocono Chance
Kyle Larson has doubts about the penalty he incurred at Pocono Raceway after being found guilty of exceeding the speed limit on the pit road.
Exclusive: Ryan Preece Dismisses Mother Nature’s Hand in Brutal End to Drivers’ Pocono Hopes
After getting into a chaotic wreck at Pocono, Ryan Preece deflected all blame away from the weather in an exclusive with EssentiallySports.
Exclusive: Alex Bowman Refuses to Take Sides Amidst Heating Chevy Dynamic Between Kyle Busch and Corey LaJoie
After a good run in Pocono, Alex Bowman prefers to tread cautiously while addressing his Chevy compatriots' chaotic run.
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) |
