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Apr 29, 2023; Dover, Delaware, USA; The car of NASCAR Cup Series driver Joey Logano (22) sits on pit road during practice and qualifying for the Wurth 400 at Dover Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Matthew OHaren-USA TODAY Sports
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Apr 29, 2023; Dover, Delaware, USA; The car of NASCAR Cup Series driver Joey Logano (22) sits on pit road during practice and qualifying for the Wurth 400 at Dover Motor Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Matthew OHaren-USA TODAY Sports
Last year, Joey Logano, a formidable force on the NASCAR track, reigned supreme, clinching the Cup Series championship in a thrilling spectacle. Fast forward to the present year, and it appears that the tide has turned. Logano‘s Ford seems to be caught in a whirlwind of technical hurdles.
In the high-octane universe of NASCAR, where every fraction of a second matters, this recent development has left many perplexed. With a brewing storm, the stage is set for an intriguing saga that delves into the intricate dynamics of competitive racing and the failure of NASCAR’s parity goal. But what could have led to this unexpected turmoil?
Parity Goals take a nosedive leaving Joey Logano in a spot
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A ripple of surprise ran through the NASCAR community when a seemingly innocent query on Twitter triggered an unexpected revelation. The question was straightforward – “How’s that supposed ‘parity test’ going?”
The response came from none other than Bob Pockrass, a respected figure in the NASCAR landscape. He hinted at a reality that was already being whispered about in the garage – Ford was lagging behind.
Pockrass’s subtle suggestion pointed towards an unsettling truth—NASCAR’s parity test, touted as a benchmark for competitive fairness, was seemingly faltering. The wind tunnel testing results, he suggested, were no surprise, indicating the Fords were generally trailing. This revelation may seem minor on the surface, but it has stirred a tempest in the NASCAR garage.
NASCAR won't comment but the pulse in the garage is that there was no surprise in the wind tunnel testing — that Fords in general were a little behind. Wouldn't expect any changes this year, though. https://t.co/Z3vCVbbhmr
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) May 13, 2023
Moreover, with no immediate changes expected this year, the situation leaves Ford and Logano in a precarious position. As this situation unfolds, one can’t help but wonder what it means for the future of competitive racing in NASCAR.
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Fan outrage over perceived parity failure
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On the heels of this revelation, NASCAR fans have been quick to express their discontent. It did not take long for various fans to voice their opinions on the matter.
One fan remarked, “When it’s Chevy and Toyota behind approvals are made almost immediately. When it’s a Ford…” Adding to this sentiment, another fan humorously pointed out, “Lol if Chevy was behind we’d have 13 changes for the 600.”
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DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 15: Joey Logano, driver of the #22 Shell Pennzoil Ford, drives during practice for the NASCAR Cup Series 64th Annual Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 15, 2022, in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
A different fan suggested bias in the management, stating, “Guess this is what happens where there are so many former GM employees in NASCAR’s upper management.”
Another fan expressed discontent with the current state of things, declaring, “Parity is the worst thing to happen to @NASCAR.” This sentiment was echoed by another who found the situation puzzling, noting, “Seems odd to confirm Ford is boned and yet not change a single thing.”
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As we witness this unfolding situation, it certainly brings up more questions than answers. Ford is apparently working hard to overcome this hurdle, while fans of NASCAR are eagerly watching how it all unfolds. Will the likes of Kevin Harvick or Logano be able to contest the championship fight once more? Or will the season end up in a slump for all Ford drivers on the track? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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