NASCAR WCUP: Johnny Benson 'slides' his way into Pocono field

Posted By Terry Callahan
Motorsports Editor, The Auto Channel

June 16, 2001

JOHNNY BENSON, NO. 10 VALVOLINE PONTIAC GRAND PRIX: "I was sliding around a little bit more than what we expected. We were a little bit quicker in practice and thought we were going to run a little faster yet. But, we're real happy. The Valvoline Pontiac was still good. It's still in the top 10, so we're pretty happy with that."

(CAN YOU WIN ON SUNDAY?) "We sure hope so. We've been right there; we just haven't made it happen yet. James Ince and the guys have been doing a tremendous job. I have no complaints on that end at all. It would be nice to get to victory lane, but the guys are doing a great job of being consistent and that means a whole bunch, too."

Text provided by Al Larsen

Editors Note: To view hundreds of hot racing photos and art, visit The Racing Photo Museum and the Visions of Speed Art Gallery.