Clint Bowyer: Kroger 200 preview

Clint Bowyer on IRP:

"It's a tough ol' short track, but that's what I've grown up around all my life in racing. The test went well for me, and I'm glad that I had [Ron] Hornaday there to teach me the ropes. That guy knows a lot about these short tracks, and he can get it done behind the wheel. I'm really pretty optimistic for this weekend."

With more than half the season completed, what have you learned?-"I couldn't even begin to describe what I've learned. There's been so much. All I know is I'm having a blast and living out a dream. I learn a ton each and every week, and that's exciting for me. Everyone's been great. I couldn't ask for better situation than what I'm in right now. I just want to race as much as I can and just continue to get better and gain points."