NASCAR’s Monster Mile Takes a Bite Out of Some Drivers’ Title Hopes

Dover International Speedway, also known as the Monster Mile, has been known as one of the toughest and most physically demanding tracks on the Sprint Cup Circuit. The track lived up to its moniker Sunday afternoon during the AAA 400, striking some of the sport's most popular drivers and possibly ending the title hopes of others. After Sunday's race there were some drivers who left the track scratching their heads and wondering what might have been. A.J. Allmendinger surprised everyone on Friday when he qualified second and backed up the excellent effort by leading 143 laps on Sunday during the race. A.J. appeared to have the strongest car until a flat tire forced him to pit while leading and losing two laps in the process. Allmendinge...

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