About Katie Expertise I have a wide range of information on drivers, I have the most expertise with Brian Vickers, Jeff Gordon and Reed Sorenson. I have more than general knowledge on other drivers as well. I can also answer questions about statistics, rules, and almost anything technical. I only have a little knowledge of mechanics. I know the rules of the sport very well, and the sport as a whole.
Experience I have been watching and researching racing since 2001, I have many books on the subject and personal experiences from races. I talk to some of the drivers on a regular basis as well.
Question In todays team environment, it might be possible for a team mate to help a another in the final portion of the race....
if it happened, could a "lucky dog" pass ever be declined to maintain a better position to help a teammate? would the next in line get the pass?...
Answer Sorry for the delayed response, I've been pretty busy.
The driver that recieves the lucky dog can decline to use it, but it would not transfer to another driver. For the most part, I doubt any driver would do this for a teammate at the end of a race, when it comes down to the wire it's evey man for himself, regardless of team orders. Anything a driver can do to advance his own position, he will do, or he isn't a good competitor. However, yes, it is possible a drive could decline it to block for a teammate.
