Gordon the 13th
After the 'spingate', here's a first decision on the 'radiogate': Jeff Gordon has been added to the Chase as the 13th driver.
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On this Friday the 13th, and in an unprecedented move, NASCAR officials announced that Hendrick Motorsports driver Jeff Gordon has been added in the Chase for the Sprint Cup as the 13th driver.
While both Ford teams were penalized by NASCAR officials, they elected to add Gordon to the 2013 Chase field. Joey Logano remains in the Chase also.
“Based on all of our findings this week, we determined both Front Row Motorsports and Penske Racing organizations would be placed on probation for the remainder of this season,” said Brian France, NASCAR Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
“Additionally, based upon the totality of our findings, to be totally fair and equitable we decided that adding a 13th car to this year’s Chase is the appropriate action.”
Following a comprehensive review of all available audio and video communications from last Saturday night’s NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Richmond International Raceway, along with interviews with team personnel, NASCAR announced Friday the following decision:
Both the Front Row Motorsports and Penske Racing organizations have been placed on NASCAR probation until Dec. 31 for violating Section 12-1 (Actions detrimental to stock car racing).
A 13th car – the No. 24 – would be added to this year’s Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup.
“Based on all of our findings this week, we determined both Front Row Motorsports and Penske Racing organizations would be placed on probation for the remainder of this season,” said Brian France, NASCAR Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Additionally, based upon the totality of our findings, to be totally fair and equitable we decided that adding a 13th car to this year’s Chase is the appropriate action.
“The integrity of our sport remains the cornerstone of NASCAR, and our actions this week speak to our commitment to ensure a level playing field for all competitors.”
Additionally, NASCAR will conduct a mandatory meeting with drivers, owners, crew chiefs and other team personnel tomorrow to address this issue moving forward.
Motorsport.com will have more details and a full analysis as the story evolves.
In the meantime, click here for the video of the Logano/Gilliland incident at Richmond
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