NASCAR CUP SERIES: CHAMPIONSHIP RACE AT PHOENIX RACEWAY
PRACTICE REPORT
AVONDALE, Ariz. (Nov. 8, 2024) – The NASCAR Cup Series and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB makes their way to the desert and Phoenix Raceway for the final race of the 2024 NASCAR season. This weekend, a 50-minute practice session took place on Friday afternoon, giving all the teams extra time to work on their vehicles. Qualifying to set the grid for the final race takes place on Saturday afternoon. Below is a look at how each of the three LEGACY MOTOR CLUB entries of Jimmie Johnson, John Hunter Nemechek and Erik Jones fared during practice.
PRACTICE RECAP:
Fastest in practice: No. 12 Ryan Blaney – 27.174 Seconds | 132.480 MPH
Best 10-Lap Avg: No. 12 Ryan Blaney – 131.161 MPH
No. 42 Mobil 1 Toyota Camry XSE Driven by John Hunter Nemechek
- Best Time: 27.759 Seconds | 129.688 MPH (Lap 4)
- Overall Practice Rank: 34
- 10-Lap Avg.: 128.866 MPH | Rank: 30
- Total Laps Run: 39
No. 43 Dollar Tree Toyota Camry XSE Driven by Erik Jones
- Best Time: 27.452 Seconds | 131.138 MPH (Lap 31)
- Overall Practice Rank: 18
- 10-Lap Avg.: 129.490 MPH | Rank: 21
- Total Laps Run: 39
No. 84 Carvana Toyota Camry XSE Driven by Jimmie Johnson
- Best Time: 27.908 Seconds | 128.995 MPH (Lap 16)
- Overall Practice Rank: 35
- 10-Lap Avg.: 127.624 MPH | Rank: 35
- Total Laps Run: 36
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING:
John Hunter Nemechek: “Glad that we had an extended practice today, the LEGACY MOTOR CLUB guys threw a lot at our Mobil 1 Toyota Camry XSE. We were able to find a decent balance but we still have some work to do before qualifying tomorrow. We’ll debrief with the rest of the team and come up with a good plan for both Saturday and Sunday.”
Erik Jones: “Thought it was an ok practice. The speed was not bad from the start. We gained a little bit, but we learned from good stuff for tomorrow, so I think we have some choices to make. We were on both sides of the balance being free and being tight and just need to find that happy medium.”
Jimmie Johnson: “Interesting day here in Phoenix. We got an hour of practice with this awesome looking Carvana Toyota. I certainly learned a lot and man, is it different than what I raced here last. I’m looking forward to tomorrow and qualifying and of course the season finale on Sunday.”
TUNE IN ALERT:
Tune into the NASCAR Cup Series: Championship Race qualifying on Saturday at 5:00 p.m. EST live on USA or listen on SiriusXM – NASCAR Radio (Channel 90) and MRN Radio. The NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race takes place on Sunday at 3:00 p.m. EST live on NBC or listen on SiriusXM – NASCAR Radio and MRN Radio.
ABOUT
ABOUT LEGACY MOTOR CLUB: LEGACY MOTOR CLUB™ is a professional auto racing club owned by businessman and entrepreneur Maurice “Maury” J. Gallagher and seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson. The CLUB competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series fielding the No. 42 Toyota Camry XSE of John Hunter Nemechek, the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE of Erik Jones, and the No. 84 limited schedule entry for Jimmie Johnson. Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty “The King” serves as CLUB Ambassador. With a unique title signifying a nod to car clubs of past eras, LEGACY M.C. is an inclusive club for all motorsport enthusiasts to celebrate the past and future legacies of its members, while competing for wins and championships at NASCAR’s elite level. To keep up-to-date with the latest news, information and exclusive content, follow LEGACY MOTOR CLUB™ on Facebook, X, Instagram and at LEGACYMOTORCLUB.com
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