This weekend, five drivers will attempt to run in both the Nationwide(Milwaukee) and Sprint Cup(Infineon) Series. This is not very unusual, as many drivers like to use the races to warm-up and practice for the main event the following day, and well, just love to race. However, certain circumstances this weekend make me wonder why any Sprint regular would want to run in both series for this particular mark on the schedule.
Consider how difficult it would be. First, it's not easy to coordinate geographically. We all know that it's a rather long way from Southern California to Milwaukee, which can make it difficult for drivers to race in the Nationwide while still focusing on getting their cup car ready for the race on Sunday. This can lead to some adjustments not being made because drivers are preoccupied with the short-track in Wisconsin.
Besides from this challenge, which should keep a cup driver out of the Nationwide race alone, there is also the daunting task of taming the Infineon Raceway. With the exception of the specialists and the drivers who have found success at road courses, not many drivers are completely confident in their ability to maneuver their way around ten turns, going left and right. It's a task that most cannot do well, and takes a lot out of them. I just don't understand the point of taking anything out of one's body when a lot has to come out the following day.
So, what is your opinion on this issue. I would be fine with it if it was just another race weekend, but it's not. Sonoma is a very rare track that requires the uttermost focus and physical ability. Those five drivers who will race at Milwaukee on Saturday could be at a disadvantage.
Therefore, it was very smart for Kyle Busch to finally wise up and give up on winning the Nationwide series, taking this weekend off. Here are the five that choose to do double-duty Saturday and Sunday:
- David Ragan
- Clint Bowyer
- Marcos Ambrose
- David Reutimann
- Carl Edwards
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