NASCAR Does New York

SI Staff | Nov 29, 2006

NASCAR Does New York /

NASCAR Does New York

7th Avenue Stretch

NASCAR's top 10 drivers, led by Nextel Cup champion Jimmie Johnson, are in the Big Apple this week to celebrate Champions Week. On Wednesday, they roared down 7th Avenue (on the right) through Times Square.

Center Of Attention

Jimmie Johnson and his wife, Chadra -- along with their newest acquisition, the Nextel Cup trophy -- strike a pose in the heart of New York.

Times Square Action

A pace car lines up the drivers as they prepare for the Manhattan victory lap through the streets of midtown New York.

Breakfast Near Tiffany's

Good Morning America hosts Diane Sawyer and Robin Roberts grill some of the drivers taking part in the New York festivities.

Little E in Big Apple

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is one of the lucky ones -- he found a parking spot for his No. 8.

Show Stopper

Hey, there ARE some NASCAR fans in New York ... and they're clamoring for Jeff Gordon's autograph.

Lights Of Broadway

A Nextel Cup track isn't the only place where Jimmie Johnson has finished first this season.

Top Of The Rock

Jimmie Johnson and his crew chief, Chad Knaus, have the best view in the city -- a viewing platform at Rockefeller Center.

Published Nov 29, 2006

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