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Old 02-15-2009, 09:17 AM
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Did anyone see Ryan Newman's tire explode and take out his team mate/owner Tony Stewart? Why can't they at least make it safe?
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There were several similar tire issues as well during the Duel races and some practice sessions earlier this week. Goodyear removed some tires according the the press, and Tony Stewart and Ryan Newman gave them an earful for not doing enough - they are predicting more tire issues during the big race today.

Of course Ryan has to start from the back of the field today b/c he had to go to a backup car - seems that would be Goodyear's fault, not his....
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It just seems so avoidable. Too much car mass, too little tire I suspect.

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