Twisty Course Could Prove Trouble

The LA Times has an interesting article on this coming weekend's race in Sonoma. The article talks about the curvy road course being tough for NASCAR drivers largely used to left-hand turns in ovals.

Bobby spoke to the LA Times and gave his opinion on the course:

"I hear the [car] setups are across the board," said Labonte, 43, who won the series title in 2000 and now drives the No. 43 Dodge for Petty Enterprises. "It's going to be a challenge."

But Labonte, whose best finish is fourth in 14 previous starts at Infineon Raceway, said that no matter what car they use, he wouldn't bet against the likes of Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart. "I wouldn't count those guys out," Labonte said.

"They just seem to prevail there."

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