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At-track photos: Charlotte All-Star weekend

By | Published: May 18, 2018 85

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Martin Truex Jr.'s spin in traffic on Lap 74 set off the eight-car wreck that took out several contenders.

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Kurt Busch was one of eight cars involved in the Lap 74 wreck.

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Brad Keselowski's night was over after a Lap 74 wreck.

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Kevin Harvick celebrates his continued 2018 dominance.

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Checkered flag!

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Another celebration for Kevin Harvick.

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This is Kevin Harvick's second All-Star Race win, his first coming in 2007.

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Another win, another Harvick burnout.

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How does the No. 4 team celebrate a win? Apparently by climbing the fence.

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Still climbing.

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The Million Dollar Man, himself.

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Kevin Harvick and wife, DeLana, pose in Victory Lane.

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The new aero package for the All-Star Race meant for some tight racing.

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Kyle Larson skids through the grass after spinning just before the end of the All-Star Race.

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Austin Dillon gets by with a little help from his (Carolina Panthers) friends.

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Austin Dillon brought a few friends to the All-Star Race. You might recognize them from the Carolina Panthers.

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The driver of the No. 3 was hype for his first All-Star Race.

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And here are your four drivers who advance from the Monster Energy Open to the All-Star Race ... and a couple of Monster Girls, too.

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That thumbs-up? It's for the fans, who voted Elliott into the All-Star Race.

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Kyle Larson, come on down!

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It's Kyle Busch and the birthday boy, Brexton, who turned 3 over the weekend.

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No one hotter in the Monster Energy Series than Kevin Harvick.

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Clint Bowyer qualified via his win at Martinsville Speedway.

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It's a Monster introduction for Kurt Busch.

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Denny Hamlin's daughter Taylor seems mesmerized by the pre-race action.

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Seven-Time is ready to ride for $1 million.

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An up-close look at the spoiler in use for the All-Star Race.

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Erik Jones takes a rest while waiting to start the Monster Energy Open.

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Chase Elliott and Paul Menard sharing some pre-race strategy?

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William Byron waits on the grid with a crew member before Saturday's Monster Energy Open.

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Mmmm. No one is waffling on their love for Aric Almirola's sponsor.

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A little Almirola waits near his dad's car before the Monster Energy Open.

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Want an autograph from Clint Bowyer? Get to NASCAR Trackside Live!

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Erik Jones is ready to race in the Monster Enegy Open.

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You think Kurt Busch would make his sponsor happy if he won the Monster Energy NASCAR All-Star Race?

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Darrell Wallace Jr. poses for a photo with young fans before the All-Star Open.

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Looking at a car or practicing an new yoga move, Martin Truex Jr.?

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Darrell Wallace Jr.'s No. 43 Chevrolet is inspected before Saturday's All-Star Open.

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Alex Bowman has put on his serious face for practice Saturday.

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Cars zip around Charlotte Motor Speedway for practice.

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Kyle Busch is focused for Charlotte All-Star practice.

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The driver of the No. 14 says he isn't afraid to wreck anyone to land the $1,000,000 prize. That's a PSA for all drivers.

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Jimmie Johnson is ready for practice in Charlotte.

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Martin Truex Jr.'s helmet is ready to be worn during Saturday's All-Star practice.

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Matt Kenseth celebrates his first pole win of the season in his second race with Roush Fenway Racing in 2018.

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Kurt Busch's paint scheme screams 'Monster Energy NASCAR All-Star Race.'

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Matt Kenseth will start on the front row alongside teammate Ricky Stenhouse Jr.

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Former teammates Kyle Busch and Matt Kenseth share a moment during All-Star Race qualifying.

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Kyle Busch and his crew stand tall before Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Charlotte.

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Johnny Sauter gets his long-awaited first win at Charlotte in the NC Education Lottery 200.

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Johnny Sauter takes the checkered flag for a ride after his third win in the Camping World Truck Series this season.

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Johnny Sauter starts his burnout as he continues to lead the Camping World Truck Series standings.

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Johnny Sauter crosses the finish line first, 1.34 seconds ahead of Kyle Busch, to win at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Martin Truex Jr. has had success at Charlotte, and he will start the Monster Energy NASCAR All-Star Race in a top-five position.

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Joey Logano takes the high line (for real) to check out Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series qualifying at Charlotte.

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Jimmie Johnson was first in line for All-Star Race qualifying, which included a high-speed entry into pit road for a four-tire pit stop.

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Clint Bowyer was just happy to see some clear skies after rain had interrupted much of the day's on-track events.

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What's Kasey Kahne looking at? He could be in deep thought as he preps for All-Star Race qualifying.

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We've all been there, Cole Pearn. Martin Truex Jr. checks his phone while standing next to his crew chief.

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Ryan Newman perfects his super-hero pose as he chats with fellow Chevrolet driver Kyle Larson before qualifying.

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Austin Dillon is hardly ready to fade into the sunset at Charlotte -- his Coca-Cola 600 win last year at CMS was what put him here in the All-Star Race.

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Good to see Matt Kenseth hanging around the garage again.

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William Byron sure is happy about something on this rainy Friday.

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Slick helmet for Darrell Wallace Jr.

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Bubba, likely staring at his helmet, admiring it.

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Rain delay selfie-time for Bubba and a lucky fan.

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Darrell Wallace Jr., driver of the No. 43 World Wide Technology Chevrolet, stands in the garage during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Damage is seen on the side of the No. 17 Crosley Brands Toyota during practice for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series North Carolina Education Lottery 200 at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Crew members push the No. 48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet during a rain delay during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Jamie McMurray, driver of the No. 1 Bass Pro Shops/Tracker Boats Chevrolet, stands in the garage during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Kurt Busch, driver of the No. 41 Monster Energy Ford, stands in the garage area for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Crew members work to dry the track during a rain delay during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Crew members push the No. 48 Lowe's for Pros Chevrolet during a rain delay during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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Ryan Blaney, driver of the No. 12 Hawk/Carlisle Ford stands in the garage area during practice for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

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