Newman Hoping Site of First Start is The Place for Another First

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Phoenix International Raceway in Avondale, Ariz., is where it all began for Ryan Newman.  On Nov. 5, 2000, Newman made his NASCAR Sprint Cup Series debut at Phoenix. The then-22-year-old driver had already impressed in the open-wheel divisions of the United States Auto Club (USAC), collecting numerous wins and honors, as well as capturing the 1999 Silver Crown championship. He had also received accolades following his stellar performance behind the wheel of an ARCA stock car in a five-race schedule that produced two poles, three wins and four top-10 finishes. Continue reading Newman Hoping Site of First Start is The Place for Another First