Drivers gear up for NASCAR races tonight and Saturday in KCK

Dale Earnhardt Jr. discussed what it takes to be a race driver during a news conference today at the Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kansas.

by William Crum

In the first practice run of the Kansas Speedway’s Go Bowling 400, Martin Truex Jr., sponsored by Auto-Owners Insurance Toyota out of Mayetta, N.J., got the highest score.

After the final practice today, Kyle Busch was in first position, followed by Kyle Larson and Truex.

Later, Dale Earnhardt Jr., who drives a Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports and is sponsored by Mountain Dew, spoke regarding what it takes to be a NASCAR driver.

Earnhardt, in ninth position after the final practice, said it can be very grueling, especially in today’s world.

Practices were held this morning in Kansas City, Kansas, for the Go Bowling 400 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race, which will take place at 6:30 p.m. Saturday.

Also scheduled is the Toyota Tundra 250 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at 7:30 p.m. today at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kansas.