SCHUMACHER SEEKS MOMENTUM
Wed, 2009-07-08 08:01
This time, last season, Tony Schumacher became the first NHRA
professional driver to clinch a berth in the NHRA Countdown to the
Championship.
Schumacher won’t clinch this weekend at the NHRA Mile High Nationals in Denver, Co., and while the performance-driven champion isn’t enthused about the inability to repeat the phenomenal feat, he’d be more than satisfied with securing a measure of momentum.
“It’s all about building momentum,” Schumacher said. “If you can have success the next three weekends in Denver, Seattle and Sonoma (Calif.), then you’re setting yourself up in a nice way for the Countdown to One (playoffs).”
Championship.
Schumacher won’t clinch this weekend at the NHRA Mile High Nationals in Denver, Co., and while the performance-driven champion isn’t enthused about the inability to repeat the phenomenal feat, he’d be more than satisfied with securing a measure of momentum.
“It’s all about building momentum,” Schumacher said. “If you can have success the next three weekends in Denver, Seattle and Sonoma (Calif.), then you’re setting yourself up in a nice way for the Countdown to One (playoffs).”
Last year, Schumacher took domination to the next level.
Schumacher peaked early in 2008 and never relinquished his iron fist of dominance. In fact, Schumacher became only the seventh driver in NHRA history and the fourth in Top Fuel to sweep the Western Swing. His victory in Denver began an impressive stretch of seven straight wins and 11 consecutive final rounds that ultimately led to another world title.
“It’s pretty important you go a bunch of rounds during the Western Swing,” he added.
Schumacher currently holds third-place in the standings, three points behind Larry Dixon in second and 56 points in back of the leader Antron Brown.
The Chicago-area resident has not been to a final round since the Bristol, Tenn. event the middle of May.
“The funny thing is we’ve been running pretty well the last few races, but the results just haven’t been there for us,” he said. “We’ll be all right. Before too long, the final rounds and wins are going to come.”
If Schumacher’s record at Bandimere Speedway is any indication, a final round appearance or victory may be right around the corner. He has two wins and four other final rounds to his credit at the track situated in the Rocky Mountains.
“Despite all the challenges with the altitude, we’ve managed to do well,” he offered. “Hopefully, we can continue that trend this weekend.”
Roger Richards Photo
Schumacher won’t clinch this weekend at the NHRA Mile High Nationals in Denver, Co., and while the performance-driven champion isn’t enthused about the inability to repeat the phenomenal feat, he’d be more than satisfied with securing a measure of momentum.
“It’s all about building momentum,” Schumacher said. “If you can have success the next three weekends in Denver, Seattle and Sonoma (Calif.), then you’re setting yourself up in a nice way for the Countdown to One (playoffs).”
Last Year In Denver He Clinched A Playoff Berth …
This time, last season, Tony Schumacher became the first NHRA professional driver to clinch a berth in the NHRA Countdown to the
Roger Richards Photo
Schumacher won’t clinch this weekend at the NHRA Mile High Nationals in Denver, Co., and while the performance-driven champion isn’t enthused about the inability to repeat the phenomenal feat, he’d be more than satisfied with securing a measure of momentum.
“It’s all about building momentum,” Schumacher said. “If you can have success the next three weekends in Denver, Seattle and Sonoma (Calif.), then you’re setting yourself up in a nice way for the Countdown to One (playoffs).”
Last year, Schumacher took domination to the next level.
Schumacher peaked early in 2008 and never relinquished his iron fist of dominance. In fact, Schumacher became only the seventh driver in NHRA history and the fourth in Top Fuel to sweep the Western Swing. His victory in Denver began an impressive stretch of seven straight wins and 11 consecutive final rounds that ultimately led to another world title.
“It’s pretty important you go a bunch of rounds during the Western Swing,” he added.
Schumacher currently holds third-place in the standings, three points behind Larry Dixon in second and 56 points in back of the leader Antron Brown.
The Chicago-area resident has not been to a final round since the Bristol, Tenn. event the middle of May.
“The funny thing is we’ve been running pretty well the last few races, but the results just haven’t been there for us,” he said. “We’ll be all right. Before too long, the final rounds and wins are going to come.”
If Schumacher’s record at Bandimere Speedway is any indication, a final round appearance or victory may be right around the corner. He has two wins and four other final rounds to his credit at the track situated in the Rocky Mountains.
“Despite all the challenges with the altitude, we’ve managed to do well,” he offered. “Hopefully, we can continue that trend this weekend.”
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