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main event
The A-Main is "The Show." It is the race that pays the racers.
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silver crown
Larger and heavier Sprint Cars, typically sanctioned by USAC, that are a successor to the roadster-style front engine cars that raced at Indy.
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alternate
Also called "Alternate Starter." The car that just missed a transfer spot to the main event. In case a car that already qualified for the main event fails to start, the alternate can join the field and start the race.
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a-main event
Also called the "A-Feature." The feature event and biggest race of the program. This is the race that has the most cars, points, prize money, and is generally from 30 to 50 laps.
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apex
the point in a corner where a car is closest to the inside edge of the track. Drivers try to "hit" the apex to take the straightest line and maintain maximum speed.
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arm restraints
Straps attached to a driver's arms to limit range of motion and keep the arms and hands inside the car in case of a flip.
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asca
Arizona Sprint Car Association.
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ascot park
Legendary race track, located in Gardena, CA. Closed in 1990.
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attrition
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& backing it in&
Term used to describe a non-wing sprint car's entry into a corner. The car enters the turn in a slide with the rear of the car leading the front of the car.
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