Red Bull Racing Daytona 500 Pre-Race
February 8, 2008DON’T BOTHER ASKING
For now, the Nos. 83 and 84 are on the outside in owner points, and below is Red Bull Racing Team’s stance on getting in. Our position will not change in the first five races, so refer to this document for any future questions regarding Red Bull Racing Team and the top 35.
AJ Allmendinger
“We know the first five races can make or break the season. It’s our second year. It’s not a question of will we be better. We will be better. Those first five races … if we can get in them, run well and be in the top 35 in points, I really do think we can have a great year. Great meaning top 25, top 20 in points. Five races out of 36 could be our season.”
Rick Viers, crew chief
“I expect to make the first five races, run competitively and be far enough in the top 35 and not every worry about that sixth race. I don’t have any other thoughts than those first five races. Our Chase for the championship is the first five races. We don’t even consider anything else.”
Jay Frye, general manager and vice president
“We talk about blocking and tackling and things that we need to do as company, which is doing the basic things right. Once you do the basics right, you advance to the next step. If we do the basic things, qualify for races, the top 35 will take care of itself.”
Guenther Steiner, technical director
“We must get into the top 35, and for sure we’ll be better than last year. We learned a lot over the year. We’re just more experienced, more methodical. We know more about what we do.”
WHEN THE WORK DAY IS DONE
Can’t get a table at the Chart House? Chain restaurants along ISB got you down? We’ve all experienced the post-work day scramble to eat, drink and unwind during Speedweeks. Try this four-pack of Red Bull-friendly establishments:
Razzle’s (upscale club) 611 Seabreeze Boulevard www.razzlesnightclub.com 386.257.6236
Oyster Pub (sports bar & restaurant) 555 Seabreeze Boulevard www.oysterpub.com 386.255.6348
Rain Supper Club (upscale dining & ultra lounge) 509 Seabreeze Boulevard www.rainsupperclub.com 386.252.7246
Red Tails Bar & Grill (bar & bar food) 230 South Beach Street www.followtheredtail.com 386.252.1733
