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- Hamlin looks for momentum after Atlanta pole
Late qualifier Denny Hamlin was the only driver between Ryan Newman and a record eighth pole at Atlanta Motor Speedway. - Notes: Hendrick confident about '11 sponsorships
Quaker State Motor Oil, which has been under the hood of Hendrick Motorsports cars since 1996, will be on top of a hood for four races next year. - Earnhardt, McGrew staying together, for now
Rick Hendrick has made a crew chief change before when one of his drivers has failed to qualify for NASCAR's season-ending Chase. But right now, the car owner said Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Lance McGrew will remain together on the No. 88 team. - Happy Hour: Menard looking to continue strong runs at Atlanta
Atlanta Motor Speedway has always had a reputation for being tough on tires, and that should hold true again in Sunday night's Emory Healthcare 500. But factor in a different tire composition for this weekend -- and practice and qualifying during the day -- and teams find themselves having to make their best guesses at the correct setup. - Weekend Preview: Gordon a danger to snap winless streak at Atlanta
Here's a look at the top five drivers in the Cup Series standings and five drivers to watch in Sunday night's race at Atlanta Motor Speedway (7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN). All statistical references are for Cup races at Atlanta unless otherwise indicated. Driver Rating is based on the past 11 races at the track.