Virginia native Denny Hamlin claimed his second Coors Light Pole Award of the 2008 season in his home state by securing top spot on the starting grid for Saturday night's Crown Royal 400 at the Richmond International Raceway.
Double Cup Series Champion Tony Stewart has denied rumours that he has asked for his release from Joe Gibbs Racing but did admit that his representatives had met with members of Haas CNC Racing to discuss a possible move in the future.
Furthering its relationship with Tony Stewart and Joe Gibbs Racing, Subway Restaurants will serve as primary sponsor of the #20 Toyota in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series for three races in 2008 starting this weekend at the Phoenix International Raceway.