In what has become tradition the last few years, a time to reflect on the 2011 Camping World Truck Series season is upon us. While many do their "Best and Worst" or "Top Moments" from a season now complete, I've enjoyed reliving races through the drivers.
When Matt Kenseth launched his NASCAR Sprint Cup Series career, back in 2003, he made quick work of establishing a fan base. He also made quick work of creating a successful tenure as the driver of the #17 Roush Fenway Racing Ford.
89 days remain until they fire the engines at Daytona, so the focus today is on a number that has seen scarce use compared to others in NASCAR’s top series. Car no. 89 has only been used in 266 races.
As 2011 wraps up and Tony Stewart enjoys his third Sprint Cup title, many teams are already looking to Daytona and the 2012 season, hoping they’ll be the team seated at the champions’ table next year.
The past two Sprint Cup Series seasons the driver entering the finale in Homestead-Miami as the championship point leader, as well as fan and driver favorite, left that Sunday night empty handed.