The 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Preview
A new NASCAR season begins this weekend at Daytona, and with Jimmie Johnson aiming for a three-peat, Toyota closing in on a maiden win, and an array of former open-wheel stars making their debut, there is plenty to get excited about. Diego Mejia previews the 2008 Sprint Cup
Jimmie Johnson is seeking to become only the second driver in the history of the NASCAR Sprint Cup series to claim three consecutive titles. Last year Jeff Gordon was his main opponent, but in 2008 he also has Dale Earnhardt Jr and the Toyotas to worry about.
Can Johnson three-peat?
Looking at how Johnson kicked off his 2008 campaign, it's hard to bet against him putting on a strong challenge to defend his crown and match what Cale Yarborough achieved between 1976 and 1978. A third championship in a row is very possible.
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