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It is because, when Formula One first started, so that they could see who was in the lead, they connected a mirror to a pole, so they see who was in the lead. this lead to the saying "pole position"
Harry Grant
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What is a pole in NASCAR?
When a driver qualifies in first position he wins "the pole".
Who in Nascar owns a fishing boat named Pole Position?
Mark Thompson
How many times has Jeff Gordon started from the pole position in Nascar?
In his career, Jeff Gordon has started from the pole position 72 times in the Nascar Cup Series and 12 times in the Nationwide Series (formerly known as the Busch Series).
How many times did Richard Petty win from the pole?
During his Nascar Cup Series career, Richard Petty won 61races starting from the pole position.
Why is pole position important in NASCAR racing?
Pole position is important in NASCAR racing because it gives the driver the advantage of starting at the front of the pack, allowing them to have a clear track ahead and avoid potential accidents or traffic congestion. This can give them a better chance of leading the race and ultimately winning.
How many Nascar Cup Series pole awards has Jeff Gordon won?
Jeff Gordon has won 74 pole awards in the Nascar Cup Series.
How do they find out who goes first in NASCAR?
Nascar holds qualifying a day or two prior to the race and that is how the field is set. The pole winner for that day will start in the first position for the race. If qualifying is cancelled, the field is set by owners points.
Who is the oldest driver to win a pole in Nascar?
Harry Gant
In which position is the person who qualifies to start a motor race from the front?
Historically, the pole position, which is given to the top qualifier, is the front, inside. However, NASCAR has recently changed their ruling, to allow the top qualifier to choose which position he want, be it front inside, or outside.
If Tony Stewart got moved from first to last place before the race who wins the Nascar pole position?
If Tony Stewart won the pole and had to start at the rear of the field due to a mechanical failure, accident in practice etc., Tony is still credited as the pole winner for the race. The third place car will then move up in line to start the race in the first position.
Where can the pole sitter in NASCAR start?
The pole sitter in Nascar has a choice of starting on the inside or the outside of the front row. It depends on whether the driver likes the high line or the low line for that specific track.
How do i say 'are you in pole position' in french?
Êtes-vous en pole position
