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NASCAR 2014: Top 5 Surprises So Far

NASCAR 2014: Top 5 Surprises So Far

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NASCAR is an old sport not known for many changes. The 2014 season hasn’t been much different from the past, but these are the top five surprises so far in the 2014 season.

5. New Chase Format

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5. New Chase Format

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The new chase format, eliminating a number of drivers after each round, was made to bring out more competition in drivers.

4. Jimmie Johnson Not Leading Standings This Late In The Season

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4. Jimmie Johnson Not Leading Standings This Late In The Season

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Jimmie Johnson is a fierce competitor who fans have gotten used to seeing at the top of the leader board, but right now he sits in fourth.

3. Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Multi-Win Season

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3. Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Multi-Win Season

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For the first time since 2014, Dale Earnhardt has had multiple wins in a season. He currently has three wins so far.

2. Jimmie Johnson Not Winning In First 10 Races Of The Season

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2. Jimmie Johnson Not Winning In First 10 Races Of The Season

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Jimmie Johnson’s first win this season didn’t come until the 12th race at Charlotte.

1. Tony Stewart's Dirt Track Crash

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1. Tony Stewart's Dirt Track Crash

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Tony Stewart’s crash in a non-NASCAR race has been the most talked about this season. Driver, Kevin Ward Jr., was killed when Stewart’s car caught him and threw him.

Terri Washington is a Los Angeles Clippers writer for www.RantSports.com. Follow her on Twitter @Terri7589, “Like” her on Facebook or add her to your network on Google.

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