Factbook — The NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race
By Bram • May 13th, 2008 • Category: NASCAR, Notes, Sprint Cup Series
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Below are notebook item facts for this weekend’s NASCAR Sprint Showdown and NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race:
The NASCAR Sprint Showdown
• The NASCAR Sprint Showdown started in 1986 as a pre-cursor to the NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race.
• Beginning in 1987, the race allowed more drivers the opportunity to participate in the All-Star event by “racing their way in.”
• Over the years, 20 different drivers have gained entry into the All-Star Race via the Showdown. There have been a total of 32 transfers into the All-Star Race.
