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Pirelli, Mercedes in dock over F1 tire tests

FILE - In this Friday, June 7, 2013 file photo, Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain backs to the pits as FIA members watch at the end of the second practice session at the Gilles Villeneuve racetrack, in Montreal, Canada. A tire testing session involving Mercedes and Pirelli that was criticized by rival Formula One teams will be referred to the FIA's international tribunal as a possible breach of the sport's rules.

The hearing to determine whether Mercedes and Pirelli broke Formula One rules by holding in-season tire tests has opened in Paris. 26 minutes ago

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NASCAR drivers among 800 at Leffler funeral

The funeral service for NASCAR driver Jason Leffler drew Sprint Cup stars Tony Stewart, Kasey Kahne, Greg Biffle and Brad Keselowski among the more than 800 people who filled Grace Covenant Church on Wednesday.
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Biffle, Edwards not on same page after Mich race

Greg Biffle was thrilled after his victory last weekend in Michigan.
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Ed Carpenter seeking breakthrough at Iowa

It has been a topsy-turvy season for Ed Carpenter.
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McDreamy part of all-American team at Le Mans

The only all-American lineup at the 24 Hours of Le Mans might very well be the one that draws the most interest from non-racing fans.
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IMS lights Pagoda in honor of Jason Leffler

Indianapolis Motor Speedway is honoring the late Jason Leffler with a tribute atop the iconic Pagoda scoring board.
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Car won't start but Johnson still wows school kids

Ready to thrill a few hundred school kids, Jimmie Johnson hopped into a replica of his No. 48 car to fire up the engine.
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Daytona frontstretch getting $400M facelift

Daytona International Speedway is getting another facelift, this one considerably bigger than the last.
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Kahne produces hats to sell for Leffler Trust

The racing community rallies around its own, and Kasey Kahne has stepped up to help raise funds for Jason Leffler's young son.
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Leffler planned for young son in case of death

Jason Leffler, like every other racer, understood the risks of his profession. It's a conversation he had with his longtime girlfriend when his NASCAR prospects dried up and a return to the sprint car circuit was the only way he could compete on a regular basis.
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John Force wins NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals

John Force ended a 31-event winless streak Sunday in the NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, beating Cruz Pedregon in the final round.