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doyounascar.com - 5/18/2008
Allmendinger Wins His First in the All-Star Showdown
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AJ Allmendinger wins the Sprint Cup Series' All-Star Showdown to earn himself a spot in the All-Star Race itself.

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All-Star Weekend Comes to a Close
NASCAR Bloggers FT Digest — ... AJ Allmendinger won the first event of his career at the Cup Series level as he brought home the checkers for Team Red Bull in the All-Star Showdown, the qualifying event for cars not already locked into the All-Star Race. Although no points awarded, nor cash earned, the win was a cherished victory nonetheless for Allmendinger and crew after the dismal run they’ve had together so far in the Cup Series. ...

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