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Emotions At A Fever Pitch Nothing New At Bristol Motor Speedway

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 13:43:00 EST

Over the years, Bristol Motor Speedway has seen more than a few on-track skirmishes between drivers whose emotions have gotten the best of them, much like the recent incident between Carl Edwards and Brad Keselowski at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Many times the differences of opinion begin before they ever get to BMS and then, with the close-quarters action and physicality of the race itself at the World's Fastest Half-Mile, dispositions rapidly change and emotions boil over, resulting in some memorable scenes.

Some Of Racing's Biggest Names To Take Part In Scotts Turf Builder Cornhole Classic At Food City Race Night March 19

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:18:00 EST

Some of the most recognizable names in racing history will be on hand for the Scotts Turf Builder Cornhole Classic during Food City Race Night at Bristol Motor Speedway Friday, March 19.

Drivers who are competing in the Scotts EZ Seed Showdown Saturday, March 20, will be captaining cornhole teams while Carl Edwards will be the tournament host that evening.

A total of 10 teams which have pre-registered for the Cornhole Classic will be selected to team up with the legendary drivers. Participating are David Pearson, Harry Gant, Dave Marcis, L.D. Ottinger, Charlie Glotzbach, Tommy Houston, Jack Ingram, Jimmy Hensley, Phil Parsons and Rick Wilson.

Fans have chance to meet Dale Earnhardt Jr. Sunday with purchase of Half-Mile Club

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 19:35:00 EST

Fans in Bristol Motor Speedway's Half-Mile Club on Sunday, March 21 will have the opportunity to meet NASCAR's most popular driver, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., just prior to the start of the Food City 500.

VIDEO - Campers Arrive On Sunday At Bristol

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 14:20:00 EST

A large contingent of campers arrived in Bristol on Sunday as Earhart Campground, adjacent to BMS property, opened its gates at 9 am. We captured some video and chatted with some of the early arrivals.

Season Ticket Holders To Aid In Food City 500 Driver Introductions

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:30:00 EST

As you know, Bristol Motor Speedway actively looks for ways to include its fans in its highly-popular pre-race ceremonies. The upcoming Food City 500 race weekend is no

Winners - 2010 Season Ticket Holder Prize Drawing

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:09:00 EST

All 2010 Bristol Motor Speedway season ticket holders were automatically entered into a drawing for a variety of prizes for the upcoming Food City 500 race weekend. The drawing was broadcast live via the internet on Thursday evening.

VIDEO - Scotts EZ Seed Showdown Preview

Sat, 13 Mar 2010 10:20:00 EST

BMS Vice President of events, Wayne Estes tells you all you need to know about the Scotts EZ Seed Showdown slated for Saturday, March 20 at Bristol Motor Speedway. The race features a 35-lap (all green flag) race among some of NASCAR's legends and former Bristol winners in full-bodied stock cars.

Johnson, Busch, Kenseth, Harvick, Stewart Among Drivers Taking Part In Food City Race Night At BMS March 19

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:29:00 EST

Fans have the opportunity to see their favorite drivers in a totally different atmosphere at Food City Race Night March 19 at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Once all on-track activities at Ford Fan Friday are completed on Friday, the party moves to the hospitality area at BMS. Some of NASCAR's finest wheelmen will then participate in several on-stage activities, including a question and answer session, Wii Boxing and Family Feud.

Kahne Doing Double Duty In Scotts Turf Builder 300, Food City 500; Edwards And Keselowski Also Competing In Both Races

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:14:00 EST

Kasey Kahne looks forward to what he knows will be two tough days of racing at Bristol Motor Speedway when he competes in the Scotts Turf Builder 300 March 20 and the Food City 500 March 21.

The way Kahne sees it, making 800 circuits around the World's Fastest Half-Mile just gives him twice the chance to stand in one of the most unique Victory Lane's in the sport.

"Stone Cold" Steve Austin named Food City 500 grand marshal

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:27:00 EST

World Wrestling Federation superstar "Stone Cold" Steve Austin has been named Grand Marshal for the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway on Sunday, March 21, 2010.