Mike's Garage: Could changes chase away fans from NASCAR? Aug 7, 2009
What a season of storylines it has been, from the tremendous start by first-year team owner Tony Stewart, to the demise of Dale Earnhardt Jr. There also has been hard-luck stories of lost of team sponsorships, as well as Jeremy Mayfield s battle with NASCAR and himself ... - Advertisement - The story of Jeremy Mayfield is about as scrambled as a 5,000-piece puzzle. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Tough deja vu for Stewart:another crash at Pocono Aug 2, 2009
The chassis had a less than stellar history, driven in 2008 by Jeremy Mayfield to a 32nd place finish at Martinsville, by Johnny Sauter to 33rd at Richmond, by Tony Raines to 40th again at Martinsville, and then by Raines to 21st at Charlotte. Stewart has raced it twice in its new configuation with better results, a 7th at Fontana and 3rd at Darlington, his best career finish at that track. (NJ.com -- Times)
Tom BowlesINSIDE NASCAR Jul 31, 2009
Ditto with a drug policy that's formed an ugly lawsuit with Jeremy Mayfield, in which drivers were never given access to a full list of banned substances they're being tested for. Hold An Owners' Summit To Find Ways To Cut Costs. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
We say: Dave Myers on Jeremy Mayfield Jul 30, 2009
Suspended NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield is being sued by his stepmother. Lisa Mayfield says Jeremy has made slanderous, false and defamatory statements about her. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Terrell Owens can think?... Jul 29, 2009
NASCAR is going to be taken down a peg by Jeremy Mayfield. Score: -22. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mayfield lied to court, NASCAR says Jul 28, 2009
Driver Jeremy Mayfield has reportedly failed two NASCAR drug tests ... CHARLOTTE, N.C. - NASCAR accused Jeremy Mayfield of lying to a federal court about the chronology of a second random drug test, offering to provide an audio tape of the conversation in which Mayfield was told to submit a sample. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Blown engine forces Earnhardt to make early exit Jul 27, 2009
John Carter said before Sunday's race he bought a hauler and six race cars from suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield, who was down to inventory only in his role as a team owner. Carter used one of the cars acquired from Mayfield Motorports in Sunday's race for Terry Labonte, who finished 33rd, six laps off the pace. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NASCAR drug policy hits speed bumps Jul 26, 2009
In a U.S. District courtroom this month, Charlotte attorney William Diehl launched a defense of his client, Jeremy Mayfield, by targeting the NASCAR drug policy that led to Mayfield's suspension earlier this year. That policy, according to Diehl, was so open-ended that NASCAR could administer any penalty for any substance it deemed dangerous, even if a driver didn't learn it was banned until after a positive test. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Appeals court rules for NASCAR on Mayfield ban Jul 25, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS - An appeals court has ruled in NASCAR's favor, granting its request to keep Jeremy Mayfield off the race track. The decision Friday by the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals means Mayfield is once again suspended for failing a May 1 random drug test. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Funk extends Senior British Open lead Jul 25, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield is back under suspension for a failed random drug test after an appeals court ruled in NASCAR's favor Friday, issuing a stay on the injunction that gave the driver the right to return to the race track. The one-page decision by the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond, Va. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Appeals Court Lifts Mayfield's Temporary Injunction Jul 25, 2009
"We are pleased with the 4th Circuit Court's ruling to reinstate NASCAR's suspension of Jeremy Mayfield, NASCAR spokesperson Ramsey Poston said in a statement. "This is an important decision for NASCAR to make fair and equitable regulations for the safety of competitors and spectators at the track. We will continue to respectfully make our case for as long as the litigation continues. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Why are Bobby Cox and his coaches so doggone FAT?... Jul 22, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield claims NASCAR CEO Brian Franz has had his own drug issues and that his tests have been doctored. This is better than pro wrestling. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ex-Grizzlies guard critical after shooting Jul 22, 2009
- The attorney for Jeremy Mayfield says an independent drug test on the NASCAR driver came back negative for methamphetamine. In court papers filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court, Mayfield's attorneys say Mayfield provided a urine sample to a lab in Hickory, N.C., at about 9 p.m. July 6 and that it did not reveal the presence of methamphetamine. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Gettin' Ready for the Brickyard Jul 22, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield was a part of the movement. Donnie Richeson went on to become a Cup level crew chief. (FOX59, IN)
No meth in Mayfields independent test Jul 22, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - An independent drug test on Jeremy Mayfield was negative for methamphetamines, contradicting the results of a NASCAR test taken 40 minutes earlier, the driver claimed in court documents filed Tuesday. In response to NASCARs claim that Mayfield again tested positive for methamphetamines on July 6, Mayfield submitted an affidavit to the U.S. District Court that said he traveled to Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, N.C., right after NASCAR collected a sample at his... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Former Tar Heel wins '4th and Long' Jul 21, 2009
Attorneys for Jeremy Mayfield on Monday said a federal judge correctly granted an injunction that lifted the drivers' indefinite suspension for failing a random drug test. In a motion filed Monday in U.S. District Court in Charlotte, Mayfield's lawyers contended Judge Graham Mullen properly ruled when he granted a July 1 injunction. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Ted could buy the Braves now for less than he sold them.... Jul 18, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield is the healthiest looking methhead I've ever seen. Score: 20. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
NASCAR: Mayfield again tests positive for meth Jul 18, 2009
NASCAR said Jeremy Mayfield once again tested positive for methamphetamine and asked the federal judge who lifted the driver's drug suspension to reinstate the ban. The positive result from a July 6 random test was included in a U.S. District Court filing Wednesday that included an affidavit from Mayfield's stepmother, who claimed she witnessed the driver using methamphetamine at least 30 times over seven years. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Final Curtain? Jul 17, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield continues fight after second positive meth test - Tom Bowles - SI.com ... Jeremy Mayfield's driving career essentially ended on Wednesday ... That leaves Jeremy Mayfield standing alone this morning in his fight to prove not one, but two drug tests were false. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Mayfield says NASCAR paid stepmom to lie Jul 16, 2009
NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfieldhas denied ever taking methamphetamines ... Jeremy Mayfield tested positive again for methamphetamine, NASCAR said, igniting another round of denials from the driver, who angrily accused the sanctioning body of paying his stepmother to lie about his alleged past drug use. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Suffering Giants fans get relief Jul 15, 2009
If Jeremy Mayfield hadn't waited two months to deny he used methamphetamine, maybe we'd have an easier time believing him. For no particular reason: Winfred Walton. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Mayfield, NFL's Williamses take doping cases to court Jul 10, 2009
NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield, left, arrives at the federal courthouse in Charlotte on July 1. Mayfield won a temporary injunction to stay his suspension. (USA Today -- Sports)
The Envelope, Please Jul 10, 2009
At this point, coverage on the Jeremy Mayfield saga is reaching overkill. But as his battle against an alleged positive test for meth hits the courts for the next few years, his initial victory overturning NASCAR's suspension has opened up a Pandora's Box of future lawsuits. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Vickers gets his fifth pole Jul 10, 2009
Briefly: Driver Jeremy Mayfield, who failed a mandatory drug test by NASCAR in May, isn't in Chicago and won't race Saturday, although he was cleared by a judge last month to compete. Mayfield's attorney told The Associated Press that Mayfield hasn't been able to find sponsorship or an owner who's willing to give him a ride. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Mayfield considers selling race team Jul 10, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield, right, transferred ownership of the No. 41 Toyota to his wife, Shana, following his May 9 suspension ... CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Unable to find funding since his suspension for failing a random drug test, Jeremy Mayfield is considering selling his race team ... Jeremy Mayfield told ESPN earlier Thursday that he had a meeting scheduled with a potential buyer on Monday when NASCAR summoned him for a drug test. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NASCAR's drug-testing needs red flag Jul 10, 2009
By Mike Lopresti, Gannett Jeremy Mayfield. Never met the fellow. (USA Today -- Sports)
NASCAR asks appeals court to restore Mayfield ban Jul 9, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- NASCAR on Wednesday asked an appeals court to ban Jeremy Mayfield from racing, alleging the participation of "a proven methamphetamine user" could lead to fatal consequences for other competitors and fans. NASCAR wants the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to overturn U.S. District Court Judge Graham Mullen's decision last week to lift Mayfield's indefinite suspension following a positive drug test. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Mayfield tested for drugs twice on Monday Jul 9, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -The attorney for Jeremy Mayfield says the NASCAR driver was tested twice for drugs on Monday - once at an independent laboratory and once at his home by NASCAR.. John Buric says "a group of people" went to Mayfield's home in Catawba County, N.C., on Monday evening and "watched him pee in a cup.". (MSNBC -- Sports)
Deal for Cubs under agreement Jul 7, 2009
AUTO RACING NASCAR wants Mayfield ban reinstated NASCAR asked a federal judge to reverse the ruling that lifted driver Jeremy Mayfield s indefinite suspension for failing a random drug test. The motion filed in US District Court sought the reversal of the injunction last Wednesday that cleared Mayfield to return to competition. (Boston Globe)
Mayfield risk pays off Jul 7, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield went out a limb, a very long limb, by filing suit against NASCAR because the drug related suspension. Mayfield s risky move paid off Wednesday when a federal judge in Charlotte, NC ruled in favor of Mayfield and granted an injunction. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Motor Sports Jul 5, 2009
07/05/2009 - Updated 01:12 AM ET. After a last-lap wreck involving Kyle Busch, Tony Stewart crosses the finish line to win the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway. (USA Today -- Sports)
Busch needs IV after Grand Am race Jul 5, 2009
Mayfield stays away: Jeremy Mayfield says he stayed away from Saturday night's race at Daytona to avoid being a distraction on Independence Day. Mayfield had planned to attend the race after a federal judge lifted his indefinite suspension Wednesday for failing a random drug test. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Taurasi cited for drunken driving Jul 4, 2009
MISCELLANY NASCAR defends its drug policy NASCAR chairman Brian France defended its drug-testing policy as the toughest in pro sports, despite a federal judge s ruling that overturned driver Jeremy Mayfield s suspension. But France said the sport needs a tough system that bans impaired drivers from competition. (Boston Globe)
Stewart on pole after rain washes out qualifying Jul 4, 2009
Wallace was scheduled to drive the No. 64 car, the one some believed recently reinstated driver Jeremy Mayfield would try to get into to make his return from a drug suspension. Car owner Larry Gunselman, citing sponsorship concerns, declined to offer Mayfield a ride. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Judge lifts Mayfield's ban Jul 4, 2009
Federal judge lifts Jeremy Mayfield's indefinite suspension - Racing - SI.com ... NASCAR suspended Jeremy Mayfield after a positve test for methamphetamines ... Jeremy Mayfield (right) leaves the federal courthouse with his attorney, Bill Diehl. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
France defends NASCAR's drug policy Jul 4, 2009
Brian France defended NASCAR's drug testing policy as the toughest in professional sports, despite a federal judge's ruling that overturned driver Jeremy Mayfield's suspension ... NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield wipes his face outside the federal courthouse in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, July 1, 2009. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Bowyer claims victory Jul 4, 2009
France was referring to an expected court battle between NASCAR and driver Jeremy Mayfield, who was indefinitely suspended May 9 for testing positive for methamphetamine. On Wednesday, a federal judge in Charlotte granted a temporary injunction and lifted Mayfield's suspension, allowing him to participate in NASCAR events until his case is decided. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Drivers react to Mayfield's reinstatement Jul 3, 2009
There was way more talk about affidavits, B samples, false positives and a judge's temporary injunction that reinstated suspended NASCAR owner-driver Jeremy Mayfield. NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield wipes his face outside the federal courthouse in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, July 1, 2009. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mayfield misses entry deadline for Cup race Jul 3, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield was a no-show at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday. That didn't quiet the wide-ranging opinions of his fellow drivers about a federal judge's decision to lift Mayfield's indefinite suspension for failing a NASCAR drug test. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Drug tests, judges at center of NASCAR talk Jul 3, 2009
There was way more talk about affidavits, B samples, false positives and a judge's temporary injunction that reinstated suspended NASCAR owner-driver Jeremy Mayfield. A federal judge in Charlotte, N.C., lifted Mayfield's indefinite suspension Wednesday, allowing him to race at Daytona this weekend. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Judge lifts suspension, says Mayfield can race Jul 3, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Two months after a positive drug test for methamphetamines, Jeremy Mayfield is getting ready to return to NASCAR.. U.S. District Court Judge Graham Mullen on Wednesday issued a temporary injunction to allow the driver to get back behind the wheel at Daytona International Speedway this weekend. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Marked' Mayfield misses deadline for race Jul 3, 2009
-- Jeremy Mayfield missed the deadline to enter this weekend's race after successfully fighting NASCAR to get back behind the wheel following a failed random drug test. His only hope for participating in Saturday night's race at Daytona International Speedway is as a relief driver, a change NASCAR must approve. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
'Marked' Man Mayfield in for quite a fight Jul 3, 2009
What ignited all the talk was driver Jeremy Mayfield s come-from-behind win earlier this week in what promises to be a long and grueling legal race. Fair or not, the only way Mayfield wins let alone makes it to the end is if he turns out to a better plaintiff than driver. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Potential loophole for 'roid users Jul 3, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield will be able to return to the race track ... NASCAR spokesperson Ramsey Poston joined the show to discuss Jeremy Mayfield's reinstatement. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Column: What a season it's been Jul 3, 2009
JEREMY MAYFIELD S DRUG SUSPENSION ... Jeremy Mayfield, NASCAR s communications vice president Jim Hunter said, before explaining what he did. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Mayfield misses deadline to enter car at Daytona Jul 3, 2009
-- Jeremy Mayfield missed the deadline to enter this weekend's race after successfully fighting NASCAR to get back behind the wheel following a failed random drug test ... NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield wipes his face outside the federal courthouse in Charlotte, N.C., Wednesday, July 1, 2009. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Burton adamant on Mayfield tests Jul 3, 2009
Several NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers stepped carefully around the Jeremy Mayfield question Thursday ... "If Jeremy Mayfield, or anyone that has tested positive for drugs, can be tested soon enough, often enough, to ensure that he can never be on the race track at a time that he would test positive for drugs . . .," Burton said. (Florida Today)
Judge: Mayfield free to race again Jul 2, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield, who tested positive for methamphetamines, had his suspension lifted Wednesday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. - A judge lifted Jeremy Mayfield's drug suspension Wednesday, saying the NASCAR driver is free to race at Daytona this weekend. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Mayfield's last shot at resolution Jul 1, 2009
CHARLOTTE -- Jeremy Mayfield will go head-to-head with NASCAR this week in what very well may be his last shot at racing again this season. If a federal judge agrees Wednesday to lift his indefinite suspension for a failed random drug test, Mayfield has indicated he'll go straight to Daytona International Speedway to attempt to resurrect his career. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
NASCAR submits findings from 2nd lab Jun 30, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) NASCAR filed court documents Monday night that show an independent laboratory found an illegal substance in the urine sample that led to Jeremy Mayfield s suspension for a failed drug test. The documents, part of NASCAR s response to Mayfield s lawsuit to have his indefinite suspension lifted, show that Medtox Laboratories in Minnesota tested both his A and backup B samples last week and confirmed the presence of a substance that is blacked out in the filing. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Mayfield running out of options Jun 30, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Jeremy Mayfield will go head-to-head with NASCAR this week in what very well may be his last shot at racing again this season. If a federal judge agrees Wednesday to lift his indefinite suspension for a failed random drug test, Mayfield has indicated he'll go straight to Daytona International Speedway to attempt to resurrect his career. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Petty back on top Jun 30, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield is in a tough spot, NASCAR is in a tough spot and neither are budging an inch. Mayfield was suspended several weeks for failing NASCAR s random drug test. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Report: Mayfield's drug use confirmed from test Jun 30, 2009
NASCAR filed the documents to substantiate Jeremy Mayfield's suspension ... Jeremy Mayfield has been suspended since May 9, after failing a random drug test for a 'dangerous' banned substance ... CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- NASCAR filed court documents Monday night that show an independent laboratory found an illegal substance in the urine sample that led to Jeremy Mayfield's suspension for a failed drug test. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Foot injury could end Yao’s career Jun 30, 2009
MISCELLANY NASCAR files evidence in Mayfield case NASCAR filed court documents that show an independent lab found an illegal substance in the urine sample that led to Jeremy Mayfield s suspension for a failed drug test. Mayfield has sued to get his indefinite suspension lifted. (Boston Globe)
Mayfield faces last chance for resolution Jun 30, 2009
Paul Kizzle / APJeremy Mayfieldwants to be reinstated and race this weekend at Daytona International Speedway ... CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Jeremy Mayfield will go head-to-head with NASCAR this week in what very well may be his last shot at racing again this season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NASCAR: For Petty, the challenge is to keep it going Jun 28, 2009
Nascar notebook 062809 - The Augusta Chronicle. LOUDON, N.H. - Now that Richard Petty has found Victory Lane for the first time in nearly 10 years, the legendary driver/car owner wants his team to keep it up. (The Augusta Chronicle)
With lots of help, Stewart’s doing fine on his own Jun 26, 2009
In 2008, Haas CNC Racing fielded the No. 66 of Scott Riggs and the No. 70 of Jeremy Mayfield. The No. 66 finished in 30th place; the No. 70 finished in 43d place. (Boston Globe)
Mayfield expert under fire defends credentials Jun 19, 2009
(AP) -An expert witness for suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield is defending his qualifications after NASCAR accused him of lying about his credentials. Dr. Harvey MacFenerstein says he noticed mistakes in the affidavit that was prepared on Mayfield's behalf. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Expert in Mayfield lawsuit defends credentials under fire from NASCAR Jun 19, 2009
-- An expert witness for suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield said he tried to fix mistakes in an affidavit about his educational background, but the errors were still submitted into court. Harvey MacFenerstein said Thursday he pointed out the errors to John Buric, an attorney for Mayfield, and was assured the corrections would be made before the affidavit was submitted May 29. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
NASCAR says Mayfield expert lied in affidavit Jun 17, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C. An expert witness for suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield does not have the medical degrees or certifications he listed in his qualifications, NASCAR alleged Tuesday. In a motion filed in U.S. District Court, NASCAR asked that Dr. Harvey MacFenerstein s sworn affidavit be dismissed from Mayfield s lawsuit because the expert falsely represented himself on six counts. (Longview Daily News, WA)
NASCAR countersues against suspended Mayfield Jun 6, 2009
(AP) -NASCAR has filed a countersuit in federal court against driver Jeremy Mayfield and denied each of the suspended driver's arguments why his failed drug test should be overturned. NASCAR spokesman Ramsey Poston, speaking Friday from Pocono Raceway, says the countersuit was filed against Mayfield for willfully violating NASCAR's substance abuse policy, breach of contract, and defrauding NASCAR and its competitors of earnings. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Georgia denied Dozier over SAT Jun 6, 2009
-- NASCAR accused suspended driver Jeremy Mayfield of willfully violating its substance abuse policy in a court filing and argued his failed drug test shouldn't be overturned. NASCAR accused Mayfield of breaching his contract and of defrauding NASCAR and its competitors of earnings. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
USADA Not Amused By Danica Patrick's Joke Jun 3, 2009
Six crew members and driver Jeremy Mayfield have been suspended since NASCAR began random testing this year. Tygart said he was glad Patrick apologized for her comments. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Auto Racing Capsules: NASCAR asks to move Mayfield case to federal court Jun 3, 2009
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - NASCAR on Tuesday moved Jeremy Mayfield's challenge of his indefinite suspension to federal court, a move that could keep the driver out of his car another week ... Six crew members and driver Jeremy Mayfield have been suspended since NASCAR began random testing this year. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
by the numbers May 31, 2009
Jeremy Mayfield, 161. 522 mph, June 6, 2004. (News & Observer -- Sports)
