4. David Gravel: David has done a fantastic job replacing the injured Bill Rose during his recovery time. David has qualified for all three features in the events he’s raced without having to use a provisional. He has finishes of 4th, 8th and 13th for Bill Rose Racing and another strong run tonight will go a long way in proving his talent to future car owners.
3. Craig Dollansky: Last season’s runner up is off to a bit of a slow start in 2013. Craig has yet to score a victory or a top-5 finish and has dropped to 9th in the standings, already 100 points back. With the tough competition the 2013 field of drivers provide, it’s a tough road back to the top after a slow start.
2. Cody Darrah: Bad luck has hindered the results of the No.4 car so far. Sitting back in 11th spot in the points, it’s time for Darrah to pick it up. He joined KKR in 2010 and has driven for the team full time since 2011. A highly touted prospect, Darrah has shown flashes of brilliance but has been generally inconsistent. Already over 100 points off the lead, the No.4 team needs a good weekend in Tulare.
1. Steve Kinser: The 20- time champion has been almost non-existent so far in 2013. Steve has only one top-10 finish in eight starts. The Tony Stewart Racing No.11 machine ranks dead last in team points after Tucson and desperately needs a good run at the Thunderbowl. Already 150 points back of leader Daryn Pittman. Steve has two full events worth of points to make up, and he’d better start clawing back soon or it may be too late for the King of the Outlaws.
