Who’s Jimmie Johnson’s Top Threat in 2013 NASCAR Sprint Cup Chase?

Given the season he's enjoyed so far, having dominated the No. 1 spot in the Sprint Cup standings for 18 of the first 20 weeks—and never being lower than third in the other two weeks—Jimmie Johnson is unquestionably the driver to beat for the championship this season. But just because he's been No. 1 up to now doesn't mean he'll finish up the Chase for the Sprint Cup in the same position, which would mean a sixth Cup crown for the suburban San Diego native. There indeed are several drivers out there that could knock Johnson from his spot atop the standings. Sure, it may take awhile, given he holds a large 75-point lead over second-ranked Clint Bowyer heading into Sunday's race at Pocono Raceway. But Johnson is not unbeatable or ...

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