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January 04, 2008
Robby Gordon may test Daytona afterall - Dakar Rally cancelled
Brendan Gaughan was scheduled to sub for Robby Gordon for Daytona testing, but Gordon may go ahead and test himself since the famous Dakar Rally was canceled due to terror threats.
The cancellation came as a disappointment to many, but organizers felt they had no choice in the matter.
It was the first time in the 30-year history of the automobile, motorbike and truck race that it has been called off. In a statement, organizers blamed international tensions, the tourists' Dec. 24 murders and "threats launched directly against the race by terrorist organizations."
The race's central appeal -- its course through African deserts, scrubland and savannas -- is also its weak point, making it difficult to protect thousands of people as they traverse such remote regions.
"No other decision but the cancellation of the sporting event could be taken,'' organizers said.
Robby Gordon was set to compete in the event this year, as he has done in the past, but with the cancellation, it leaves the question of will he test in Daytona himself since he won't be racing or still have Gaughan do the testing?
So far, no word from Gordon as to what he will do or his thoughts on the matter.
Your thoughts?
January 4, 2008 in Auto Racing, NASCAR | Permalink
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Sorry, Alan Kulwicki was amazing. Robby is nothing more than a NASCAR wannabe. His carrer record speaks for itself. He is such a big asshole he had to start his own team so he could continue in the sport.
Posted by: jeff | Jan 8, 2008 5:26:12 PM
aggie,
I almost forgot to respond to your Elvis message. I was fortunate enough to see him in concert twice when I was a young girl. One of the concerts was the last one he performed in Indianapolis. Too bad that kinda shows my age :-). I bet Rick Crawford is also in mourning for his hero. Rick still has the Elvis type sideburns.
Posted by: Diane | Jan 8, 2008 1:20:18 PM
Jon2,
You are unbelievable. I will no longer try to have a discussion with you. It seems that you don't like anything that doesn't have to do with HMS. I know you'll say that's not so. But if you go back and read all your posts, you'll see for yourself.
Posted by: Diane | Jan 8, 2008 12:19:45 PM
Diane,
Where did you get I was telling him what to do? He can do whatever he wants. However, just my opinion, and it's only an opinion, driver/owners don't do well in the CUP series and Robby's lack of success (wins) and good placements indicates to me he needs to reconsider his current situation. However, as I recall Robby had a hard time keeping a ride with other orgs as a result of performance issues. So in light of that fact, perhaps he understands his current situation is the best. So it is what it is.
Consider it just constructive criticism.
K2,
RE: Junior
I'm always evolving and open minded about most things and since around the time that Junior hired on to the HMS juggernaut, I've really come full circle on my glowing attitude toward the guy.
GO JUNIOR.
Posted by: Jon2 | Jan 8, 2008 12:12:42 PM
Dinae, I am outside looking for the bus now!!!
Jon2, you are the most literal individual ever.
I WAS talking about how BF screwed NASCAR and its politics. AS a FYI, NASCAR has never been a Robby fan, never.I do recall Robby beating Jeff for his last Cup victory in late Nov in NH..I should clarify for you.NASCAR WAS NEVER THIS WAY, till the past 3 years.... Sorry it was 2 comments.. Didnt deal with HMS, so you couldnt follow...
Care to anwser the Jr bandwagon ?????
26th in points for a one car show is a heck of a year.
Posted by: Kurt2 | Jan 8, 2008 11:05:58 AM
Jon2,
If Robby is happy with the way he's living his life - running his businesses, driving all types of cars, being an owner-driver, etc., why do YOU think you have the RIGHT to TELL him what to do. He finished 26th out of 69 drivers who raced in Cup in 2007. There can only be one winner per race. Does that make everyone who does not win a failure? I still think Robby is an asset to NASCAR!!
Kurt2,
I'm sending you the bus today!!
Posted by: Diane | Jan 8, 2008 10:53:27 AM
K2,
So Brian France is the reason Robby ain't done well in the CUP series? That's your contention for his lack of success? What has BF done to Robby either personally or otherwise that has prevented him from winning or placing well in races? Since the last time Robby won a CUP race, I believe there's been over 100+ races won by drivers other than Robby. So what specifically has BF done to Robby that has prevented him from excelling and not winning during that time period that hasn't prevented others from succeeding?
Right, Jimmie got beat by some very capable F1 guys, you know the open wheel types who're invading our sport. It'll be interesting to see how they succeed in the environment of the CUP series. I'll wager they'll be cannon fodder for many of the top tier teams.
Posted by: Jon2 | Jan 8, 2008 10:52:57 AM
I am sorry but one of the ladies asked about the 33 for RCR and GEM's 4th car...Just saw it was Graceann
RC is gong ot run Wimmer in a few races this year and Ray will be running(at this time) a few drivers in a 4th car over there
Posted by: Kurt2 | Jan 8, 2008 10:49:33 AM
Diane,
With all due respect, that's Robby's problem: The distractions of running numerous companies keeps him from fullfilling his ability to win and succeed in the CUP series. And at this point, he's not doing so well. He has numerous dnf's, crashes too much, that in my opinion doesn't help in what you refer to as an "asset" to the sport.
Robbie needs to focus on what venue he feels most comfortable in and go for it. If it's racing dune vehicles, go for it, if it's CUP cars, go for it, but shed the other distractions.
In the NASCAR CUP series, owners/drivers have a dismal record of success. Look at DWaltrip and his attempt at that combo, even he said it was a bad mistake. At one point in 2007 Mikey was considering giving up his car to another driver as a result of the distractions that running a company was preventing him from doing well on the track.
Posted by: Jon2 | Jan 8, 2008 10:34:25 AM
J2,
What are you spiking your chai tea with? I ask this because for some reason you fail to go back and reread some of your own posts..
If its not Kimmie and Jeff you have NOTHING POSITIVE to say.. IF you go back to the past year, you had nothing good to say about Jr. But late Oct on, you are all giddy with him.. So do me a favor dont humor yourself with its all of us being negative and your the saint...Talking negative about people..
Diane, can I borrow the bus?:)
Robby excel in NASCAR.. Do you have a clue of what the sport has become? No I dont think so. There was a time it wasnt run by a buffaoon named Brian, wasnt totally political, and was a sport..This was just a few years ago BTW.
To get in a Hummer in the Dakkar Rally is a racers sport, people die doing that race. Not hit the wall and do interviews...
I do recall Kimmie went to London and got his rear handed to him in the Race of Champions in December..He didnt EXCEL, he got his rear kicked...
And Happy New Year to you as well J2
Posted by: Kurt2 | Jan 8, 2008 10:26:49 AM
Jon2,
I've never thrown you under the bus. I just don't agree with much you say. However, it's more entertaining to have different opinions. If we all agreed on everything, reading the blogs would be boring.
jeff and Jon2,
Robby Gordon is amazing. He can run 3 companies, drive any kind of race car and stay finacially viable. There is only one winner for every race. Not being the winner does not make you worthless. Whether Robbie wins a race or not, I still think he is an asset to NASCAR.
Posted by: Diane | Jan 8, 2008 10:11:23 AM
And a big ol' HAPPY NEW YEAR to you as well Kurt2.
I'm always amused at those who belittle another's accomplishments in life as well as career especially when the dynamic HMS duo of Jeff and JJ enters into the topic.
I can't speak for the dynamic duo, but they probably don't see the need to prove themselves on some automobile safari when they already EXCEL at what they do: win races and championships in the CUP series.
Maybe if Robby was able to emulate their success in the PREMIER racing league, he might not feel the need to race dune buggies across sand dunes dodging camels as well as their beduoin masters along the way.
Posted by: Jon2 | Jan 8, 2008 10:10:01 AM
noone gives a f**k about jimmie. the punk isn't even sitting up front in his orgs group photo shot for SI for god's sake.
his newest teammate got as much press yesterday as he did---and THAT GUY wasn't even in a gd car
Posted by: Gretchen | Jan 8, 2008 9:55:47 AM
You 2 are true pieces of work.. Ricky Rudd, sorry to all whom do. Mikey comparisions..
Your boys Jeff and JJ, couldnt carry his jock, drivers shoes, or his gloves.There is NO, let me repeat...NO DRIVER....that could drive anything or in any series that he has done...... Get your heads out of the rear orfice of HMS and you might find a clue..
You think Robby wont make it Cup?? He will be there for a long long time..... Oh btw he does own 2 other businesses as well. But hell he has no sense..
Posted by: Kurt2 | Jan 8, 2008 1:21:13 AM
How long has wreckem up Robbie been in NASCAR. Too long! He is just another version of Mikey. He needs to decide if he wants to drive or be a owner. He couldn't carry Ricky Rudds jock strap. I guess if I didn't have very high expectations in my life I would work for him too.
Posted by: jeff | Jan 7, 2008 11:07:49 PM
Jon2 I would rather work with Robbie Gordon any given sunday...than to work for ANY Hendrick team for ANY amount of money
Posted by: Fan #5 | Jan 7, 2008 10:27:33 PM
All I can and will say is you would be a David" buffett table in the media center" kinda guy... WOW
Posted by: Kurt2 | Jan 7, 2008 9:28:11 PM
....does that mean you've still got me under the bus, or are you giving me a reprieve?
Posted by: Jon2 | Jan 7, 2008 7:54:23 PM
Jon2 is back. Sorry Jon2 that you disagree with almost everyone on this blog about almost everything. But I'm not surprised that you agree with Poole. I read that article this morning and didn't like most of what he had to say. Anyway, welcome back. You have the right to your opinion and it's entertaining to read your posts.
Posted by: Diane | Jan 7, 2008 6:26:36 PM
Gee whiz, all the things you gotta put up with when you're number 1. All the comparisons to other celebrities and how you'd stink if you played in some other sport. People commenting about how you look.
Hey gotta look good when you're on top of your game.
Gee Jimmie if weren't for that 15million you won this year, life just might be unbearable.
It was in Robby's best interest the event was cancelled. He needs to concentrate on CUP things in light of the fact he ain't done crap in any of the races for some time and typically is close to being the first one to wreck in each event. He needs to get that closet straightened out first before he goes off in other directions.
My fav NASCAR media type, Dave Poole's got a great article over there at Life in the Turn Lane about "Examining the six greatest NASCAR myths." Great article.
Posted by: Jon2 | Jan 7, 2008 5:24:26 PM
Drag Racing is for people with short attention spans...I prefer MY racing 500 miles at a time...not a 1/4
Posted by: Fan #5 | Jan 7, 2008 5:22:01 PM
Iam deeply saddened as heck today on here with all of you!!
politics climate footbal hair colour, mini winnies?? is that a dog or a hot dog at the sonic??? terrorist and we all forget about tommrrow except me!!
The Real King's Birthday
Elvis Presley was born in a two-room house in Tupelo, Miss., on Jan. 8, 1935.
LONG live the king!! taking teh day off to celebrate!!
Deb your old like me where is Linda Vaughn?? only female i recall in the nhra LOL mini winnies???
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 5:20:31 PM
We know they can't handle it, but don't you think JJ looks kinda plastic sometimes? I mean look at those eyebrows! They are perfect, somebody has waxed those babies. The hair has been blown out and product has been added so it stays in place, come on now where is the manly man?
Posted by: Graceann | Jan 7, 2008 5:13:32 PM
Ok, Ok, I know how to bring JJ into this BS we are all talking about. Ashley Force has way more balls than JJ will ever have and yes Her daddy has way more personality than all the Felon Boys put together.
Agg,
Yes, my brother tells me all the time why I dye my roots brown. Yes, me and the Mini Weenie were soaking up some rays today and not getting my nails done. Now, back to Ashley. Is there any Nascar guy out there that could handle a 320 mph short wheel base funny car? We all know it ain't JJ or JG. It would mess up there hair going that fast.
Posted by: Deb | Jan 7, 2008 4:14:57 PM
I'm ready for racin', dammit.
Posted by: Barb g | Jan 7, 2008 3:11:54 PM
Aggie, I'm not sure if it available for rental. I know it shows on CMT a lot, and it is for sale at Walmart. Which is where I got a copy. Every time I watch I seem to interpret something in it a different way. I really felt sorry for Ken Schrader when all that happened, you know I remember him saying that when he got to SR's car he just knew it wasn't good. That poor guy has had to live with that memory. It has got to be hard for those guys to get in the cars and not remember when they have lost someone close to them. Even the teams go through the same mixed feelings, shoot, I've done gone and got on another subject and now I am rambling.
Posted by: Graceann | Jan 7, 2008 2:54:28 PM
Deb,
Speaking of the weather. Here in Indiana late last week the temp was 4 degrees with a minus 14 windchill and snow. Today the sun is shining and it's 68 degrees. I can't get too excited though. By Friday it's going to be in the 20s with snow again. Ahh, Indiana weather, you gotta love it.
Posted by: Diane | Jan 7, 2008 2:44:44 PM
F5
take a look at the trd cars speed's 8 of the top 12 places bub bye dodge, rodger P must be making calls to get some camary bodies ready
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 2:15:59 PM
Graceann
is that movie available at block buster??
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 2:05:54 PM
Ms G
are these bowl games over yet its the 7th??
i thought it all ended on the jan 1-2-08??
Jags look good
DEB
My Blonde is from a bottle and damn proud of it......
one of my fav hair lines is," nice hair but why did u dye your roots" lol
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 2:04:25 PM
I understand! I feel the same way. I have watched the Dale movie sooo many times, just to watch racin. I have even watched the stupid little you tube videos to watch some racin, some of those are pretty good, some are just little girls drooling over the drivers. Oh well it won't be long.
Posted by: Graceann | Jan 7, 2008 1:58:26 PM
Deb
laying out in the sun.
YEAH RIGHT
you liar your at some white hi end salon getting your hair nails done( blonder iam sure lol) ona laptop/crackberry responding to us while some oriental babe does your toes and Sven Loftgrun awaits you for your swedish massage
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 1:57:39 PM
Graceann. I have lost it. I was sooooo bored this weekend. I like the Jacksonville Jags football team, but I went to sleep at halftime of their game against the Steelers Sat night. I am LOST without NASCAR and COLLEGE football. I have nothing to entertain myself. I am BORED as hell.
Posted by: Gretchen | Jan 7, 2008 1:53:12 PM
K2
Edwards, that $400 dollars he needed to spend to go to NY and get a hair cut on 2 occasions
he should get one of those DR back in the day haircuts at super cuts for 10 bucks or just a buy a Boris Said wig and save the 8 hun
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 1:52:22 PM
aggie,
Thanks for the Chili Bowl link. I bookmarked it so I can easily get the latest details.
Posted by: Diane | Jan 7, 2008 1:47:53 PM
Dianne
Thanks and unreal it was kinda like ??????? i read where the nascar guys get if they even get it, 4 weeks off a year
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 1:47:13 PM
NASCAR needs to see what happens to people like us when there is no racin to watch. We have all lost it. But seriously I think between all of us Tony would benefit when we finished with his hair.
Posted by: Graceann | Jan 7, 2008 1:45:29 PM
OK Dr. Deb
Ashley don't ware depends, cause she is full off John's balls.
NO COMMENT ON THAT ONE LOL
speaking of JF if he was in nscar and have had as much succes ad he did in nhra, he'd be the biggest car racing celebrity of all time in No america...JF is a true american icon and hero, he has more perosnality and charisma up to his ankles than most of todays stars will have in 3 life times
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 1:43:45 PM
Agg,
Oh Yea, thanks for closing our part of your
freezer door. We are close to 70 and me and the mini weenie are laying out in the sun. Thaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaanks!!!!!!!
Posted by: Deb | Jan 7, 2008 1:43:35 PM
You can go to Jayski's link:
http://www.jayski.com/stats/testing/testing2008daytona1.htm
It lists this morning's speeds. You have to page down to the bottom of the page to get all the speeds.
Posted by: Diane | Jan 7, 2008 1:43:06 PM
ok all u political aficionados
iam turning on
HC, ohbomba, edwards googlianni……mc cain is looking weak, huckletberry finn is going buh bub bye I think, ok k2 where is Elmer fudd in all this??
The law and order guy is ok
Mitt to many wives TOO many I’s in his speeches, first sign of an egomaniac he loves: me myself and I……type of guy on deserted island with 3 wishes he’d ask for; mirror, brush and hair spray!!
http://www.chilibowl.com/home.asp?uUrl=1/7/200845332.55
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 1:37:11 PM
Agg,
My Blonde is from a bottle and damn proud of it, cause I don't have Blonde Brains.
Tony has pretty hair. I had to iron my hair back in the old days to look like Tony's hair. Oh Yea, I forgot about the Chili Bowl. We also went to food. Ashley don't ware depends, cause she is full off John's balls.
Posted by: Deb | Jan 7, 2008 1:34:57 PM
Ladies
calm down they have depends on lol
Deb:
For the love of God, how did we go from freakin terrorists to politics to hair and big balls????????
no kidding and food........the CHilli Bowl!!
Deb
and to see a guy with better hair than me, well that really sucks.
come on get real chnage hair stylists lol and your a blonde right lol
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 1:25:31 PM
Gretch,
Yes Honey Girl, we need a Prez with big balls and big guns who is not a wussie and will use them when the time comes. Blast those Turban Heads, kinda like a good-ol-boy and his gun rack. What does Ashley Force have? No balls, but I guess some major PMS.
Posted by: Deb | Jan 7, 2008 1:18:15 PM
I just got back from lunch and realized the same thing Deb LMAO!!!
We need a Prez with good hair, and big balls, who hates terrorists, and loves racing!!! That narrows it down.
aggie I too would do more than pee myself. There'd be a little fertilizer in my Victoria's Secrets!! LOL!!
Posted by: Gretchen | Jan 7, 2008 1:07:00 PM
For the love of God, how did we go from freakin terrorists to politics to hair and big balls???????? I want a president with some balls and to see a guy with better hair than me, well that really sucks.
Agg,
If I went over 300 in 4.5 seconds then I would be doing more than peeing all over myself. That is some major balls.
Posted by: Deb | Jan 7, 2008 12:45:14 PM
Kurt2, What's up with GEM testing a 4th car? Jason Keller is testing in it. RCR is testing the #33 with Kirk Shelmedine, I thought RCR wasn't gonna add the 4th car. Is this a surprise or a big secret cooking?
Posted by: Graceann | Jan 7, 2008 12:37:34 PM
Grethchen,
I am never getting a a bull lady...I might be insane but wouldnt have the guts for that, or other parts:)
Posted by: Kurt2 | Jan 7, 2008 12:30:20 PM
Gretchen:
Both have balls most can only imagine-- IMHO.
OK lol they have balls like drag racers only last 4.5 to 8 seconds LMAO then they pee themselves i bet !!!
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 12:24:19 PM
Diane
aggie,
I'm taking your advice and will stop discuss, sex, politics or religion
are you stopping discusing them in or out of the bedroom lol
ok all you guys that think the only racin is in NC
How about the chilli bowl and the killer line of drivers tht going to be there
the 20 is fired and ready to go iam sure
Posted by: aggie | Jan 7, 2008 12:20:36 PM
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