NASCAR Approval Process Questioned

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A fair shot? Cup competitors question NASCAR's approval process for new drivers to series

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Some drivers question NASCAR ’s approval process for new drivers to series.

Katherine Legge and Helio Castroneves have made their Cup debuts this season .

Kyle Busch says current drivers should be involved in the approval process.

Joey Logano says more structure is needed.

Michael McDowell will start on the pole for Sunday 's Las Vegas Cup race at Las Vegas .

NASCAR allows a test for drivers of “elite credentials” who have not tested or competed in a Next Gen car before their debut.

Helio Castroneves took part in a test at Talladega in January and also drove in the ARCA race at Daytona .

NASCAR officials explained the driver approval process earlier this month on the sanctioning body’s “Hauler Talk” podcast.

Daniel Suarez questioned the NASCAR driver approval process after the Phoenix race.

Suarez : "I hope girls make it in the sport. ( NASCAR ) cannot allow somebody with no experience to run in the Cup Series . Plain and simple.” Legge : “I just made a mistake, man,” she said.

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