CHAMPIONSHIP 4 AUTOGRAPH SESSION

THE CHAMPIONSHIP 4 AUTOGRAPH SESSION

Friday, November 20 at Homestead-Miami Speedway

4:30 pm at the Fanatics Trackside Store

NASCAR fans, don’t miss your opportunity to attend an exclusive autograph session featuring NASCAR Sprint Cup Series title contenders:

·         Jeff Gordon

·         Kevin Harvick

·         Kyle Busch

·         Martin Truex Jr.

Fans must have a wristband (Supplies are limited to 210 total wristbands) to be a part of this exclusive event.  Fans can secure their wristband at the following locations:

Homestead-Miami Speedway display

·         Wristbands will be distributed, beginning at 9 am, at the Homestead-Miami Speedway display

Sprint display

·         Wristbands will be distributed, beginning at 10 am, at the Sprint display

·         Wristbands are for Sprint customers only

·         One wristband per verified Sprint customer (must show Sprint phone)

Fanatics Trackside Store

·         Buy $50 worth of eligible merchandise at the Fanatics Trackside store to receive a wristband

·         Limited to one wristband per qualified customer

Come Sign Jeff Gordon's "Thank You" Banner at #FordChampWknd

NASCAR fans! Before Jeff Gordon’s final race, Homestead-Miami Speedway will present him a “Thank You” banner signed by his fans. Be a part of the moment and visit the Fanatics Trackside Superstore during store hours on Friday, November 20 and on Saturday, November 21 to sign the banner.

MILES2MIAMI: Phoenix International Raceway

Race Winner: Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Age: 41
Team : No. 88 - Nationwide Chevrolet
Owner: Rick Hendrick
Crew Chief: Greg Ives

Dale Earnhardt Jr. won the 28th Annual Quicken Loans Race for Heroes 500, his 26th victory in 576 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races.

This is his third victory and 22nd top-10 finish in 2015.

This is his third victory and 13th top-10 finish in 27 races at Phoenix International Raceway.

Kevin Harvick (second) posted his 15th top-10 finish in 26 races at Phoenix International Raceway.  It is his 27th top-10 finish in 2015.

Joey Logano (third) posted his eighth top-10 finish in 14 races at Phoenix International Raceway.

The Championship 4 drivers, in order of seed, are Kevin Harvick, Jeff Gordon, Kyle Busch and Martin Truex Jr.

The Championship 4 drivers will compete for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship this Sunday, November 22 at the Ford EcoBoost 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The race will begin at 3:00 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NBC, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, and locally on 100.3 FM Thunder Country.

Top Events to Attend During #FordChampWknd

 At Homestead-Miami Speedway, there are many different activities to keep fans entertained in between the action on the track. From kid zones to snowmobile shows, there is something for everyone to enjoy while attending Ford Championship Weekend. Don't miss out on any of these great events. Click here to customize your own Championship Schedule and sync it to the calendar on your phone!

Championship Taste – Help support the NASCAR Foundation’s Speediatrics Unit at Homestead Hospital by attending Championship Taste, where attendees will sample fare from 26 different South Florida restaurants. Championship Taste will be held from 7:00 – 10:00 PM at the Chalet Village on Thursday, November 19. Click here for tickets.

Minions Kid Zone – Bring the whole family to the fun filled Minion Kid Zone, where kids will be able to take part in different activities including a bounce house. The Minion Kid Zone will open Friday at 9:00 AM, Saturday at 9:30 AM and Sunday at 10:00 AM. 

Monster Energy Snowmobile Performance – Monster Energy returns for another year of adrenaline packed shows featuring snowmobiles on rubber tracks. Take in the action multiple times throughout the weekend at the display area. 

Smithfield Stage – Stop by the Smithfield Stage all weekend to watch one-of-a-kind productions including a kids science show, performances from local bands and a bacon eating contest. The Smithfield Stage is located inside the admission gates, next to Gate 4.

Smokin’ at the Track – During Ford Championship Weekend several teams will go head to head for the chance to be crowned champion of the BBQ competition. Satisfy your hunger by sampling the team’s creations in the RV Lot.

Ford Car Show – The third annual Ford Car Show will be help on Sunday, November 22 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. A celebrity panel will judge each entrant. The car show will be located on Speedway Boulevard between Gates 1 and 2. 

Pre-race concert – On Sunday, November 22, country music star Tim McGraw will give a special performance just before the start of the Ford EcoBoost 400. Don't forget, any fan with a pre-race pit pass will be able to watch the performance from the front stretch!

MILES2MIAMI: Texas Motor Speedway

Race Winner: Jimmie Johnson
Age: 40
Team : No. 48 - Lowe's Chevrolet
Owner: Jeff Gordon
Crew Chief: Chad Knaus

Jimmie Johnson won the 11th Annual AAA Texas 500, his 75th victory in 505 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races.

This is his fifth victory and 20th top-10 finish in 2015.

This is his sixth victory and 19th top-10 finish in 25 races at Texas Motor Speedway.

Brad Keselowski (second) posted his sixth top-10 finish in 15 races at Texas Motor Speedway.  It is his 23rd top-10 finish in 2015.

Kevin Harvick (third) posted his 14th top-10 finish in 26 races at Texas Motor Speedway.

Brett Moffitt (30th) was the highest finishing rookie.

Jeff Gordon leads the point standings by 2 points over Kyle Busch.

Jimmie Johnson becomes the first driver to win three consecutive NSCS races at Texas Motor Speedway. 

Jimmie Johnson has won the last four consecutive Chase races at Texas Motor Speedway.

Jimmie Johnson has 75 career wins in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, just one win behind NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt (76).

Jimmie Johnson is the third driver in series history to sweep both races at Texas in a single season joining Carl Edwards (2008) and Denny Hamlin (2010). 

With the completion of the AAA Texas 500, there are only 312 Miles2Miami.

Top 5 Reasons To Attend the #FordEcoBoost300

On Saturday, November 21 only one NASCAR XFINITY Series Champion will RISE. Here are our top 4 reasons to be there for the Ford EcoBoost 300:

	1. Watch a New Champion Crowned: Chris Buescher may currently be in front, but with Chase Elliot, Regan Smith & Ty Dillon all tied for 2nd place, it's sure to be a wild race!
	2. Witness NASCAR's Stars of Tomorrow: Don't miss NASCAR's most promising up and coming drivers battle it out in the last race of the season.
	3. See Your Favorite Drivers: Before the Ford EcoBoost 300 kicks off, see your favorite NASCAR XFINITY drivers during driver introductions.
	4. Celebrities & Performers: You never know which celebs will make a guest appearance. Don't miss this year's Ford EcoBoost 300 dignitaries: Carli Lloyd, Elizabeth Elias & Andy Miyares! Click here for more info

PURCHASE FORD ECOBOOST 300 TICKETS

MILES2MIAMI: Martinsville Speedway

Race Winner: Jeff Gordon
Age: 44
Team : No. 24 - AARP Member Advantages Chevrolet
Owner: Rick Hendrick
Crew Chief: Alan Gustafson

Jeff Gordon won the 67th Annual Goody's Headache Relief Shot 500, his 93rd victory in 794 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races.

This is his first victory and 18th top-10 finish in 2015.

This is his ninth victory and 37th top-10 finish in 46 races at Martinsville Speedway.

Jamie McMurray (second) posted his 14th top-10 finish in 26 races at Martinsville Speedway.  It is his ninth top-10 finish in 2015.

Denny Hamlin (third) posted his 16th top-10 finish in 20 races at Martinsville Speedway.

Jeb Burton (27th) was the highest finishing rookie.

Jeff Gordon becomes the first driver to secure a spot in the Championship 4 at Homestead-Miami Speedway on November 22.

With the completion of the Goody's Headache Relief Shot 500, there are only 813.00 Miles2Miami.