Ron Thornton

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A former radio and television broadcaster, newspaper columnist, Little League baseball coach, Ron Thornton has been following NASCAR on this site since 2004. While his focus may have changed over recent years, he continues to make periodic appearances only when he has something to say. That makes him a rather unique journalist.

The Final Word – Is ESPN trying to kill NASCAR?

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We had Saturday night racing at Bristol, which should about compensate for those little irks I tolerate the rest of the week.

The Final Word – Watkins Glen was all about rain, walls, and a man from down under

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Marcos Ambrose has been rolling on NASCAR tracks since 2006 when he arrived as a champion driver from New Zealand.

The Final Word – Pocono was Fun, Fun, Fun for Keselowski as he decides to Do It Again

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Hey, some folks get carried away, as Brad Keselowski was earlier in the week after he lost his brakes during a Road Atlanta test session that tested just how tough the young man was.

Hot 20 over the past 10 – The cream is rising to the top, with 9 sure bets and a bunch of maybes

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With six races to go to decide who is Chasing and who is just racing, six of the top eight have been among the hottest drivers over the past ten.

The Final Word – Indianapolis was the best darn broadcast of the year

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There are times when everything just comes together. Sunday was one of those times, as ESPN began their portion of the season with the best broadcast of the year.

Hot 20 over the past 10 – You can’t beat Kyle…unless you work or own RCR

Ron Thornton -
Kyle Busch is number one, be it in points, on the podium, or in getting his butt kicked by employees of RCR.

The Final Word – Raise your hands if you loved Kentucky…anyone?

Ron Thornton -
Okay, so Bruton Smith, who owns pretty much everything the France family hasn't already tied down, promises that Kentucky will soon become THE place to go to watch a NASCAR race.

Hot 20 over the past 10 – No mysteries as to why Harvick is happy heading to Kentucky

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The last time the engines roared at Daytona, Kevin Harvick had one that gave up the ghost before most of the others even managed to heat up.

The Final Word – It is weird & different, but I like the Daytona-Talladega two car two-step

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Have you ever noticed that what goes on in NASCAR has a lot of similarities to regular life? When I was a boy, sometimes my daddy would come up behind me and gave me a sharp tap.

Hot 20 over the past 10 – Daytona should be hot, but what about Newman, Martin & Montoya?

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With ten races to go before the Chase invites get handed out, there are some who just need to keep on doing what they are doing.
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