Tweets of the Week: Martinsville Mayhem, Presidential Tweets & RCR Payback?
MARTINSVILLE, VA - OCT. 27: The Martinsville logo is seen on the wall after the NASCAR Sprint Cup Goody's Headache Relief Shot 500 Powered By Krogerat Martinsville Speedway on Oct. 27, 2013 in Martinsville, Va.
It was certainly a wild weekend at Martinsville Speedway.
From teammates getting into it on the track and in the media, to flying sledgehammers, the NASCAR Twittersphere certainly had a lot to talk about this weekend.
So, without further ado, it's the Tweets of the Week!
Before the hitting the track, NASCAR heartthrobs Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Danica Patrick took in some of the nice Southern Virginia countryside.
@StenhouseJr #awesome #fallcolors #hotdriver #gettinlostinthecountry #sweetsaturday #relaxing #loveit #hashtag
— Danica Patrick (@DanicaPatrick) October 27, 2013
Still recovering from a season-ending leg injury, Tony Stewart has taken up technological innovation as a hobby.
With time on his hands, #TonyStewart debuts his new tablet today too. Your move Apple. #TabletTuesday pic.twitter.com/uqet1ZKPv7
— Stewart-Haas Racing (@StewartHaasRcng) October 22, 2013
Who needs a Halloween mask when you've got a mug like this?
Anyone ever seen @ClintBowyer do his scary face? #Priceless #NASCAR pic.twitter.com/1xL1PbpxNC
— NASCAR Licensing (@NASCARmerch) October 28, 2013
J.J. Yeley ran into a young fan on his way back from Martinsville. It's probably safe to say one little boy is going to be cheering on Yeley from now on.
Saturday's dramatic end to the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race certainly set the NASCAR Twittersphere afire. Who knew a sledgehammer draw so much attention?
You know what would be perfect... If KH showed up tomorrow to find his crew installing Ty Dillon's seat in the #29 car. #karma
— Colin Fambrough (@ColinFambrough) October 26, 2013
Back from vacation, Nelson Piquet Jr. couldn't help but think back to his run-in with Richard Childress Racing's Brian Scott earlier this year in Richmond.
While Harvick remained in the No. 29 car for Sunday's race, he struggled throughout the day with motor issues, which led some to speculate about the source of the problem.
Becoming more likely that post-race inspection on the #29 will uncover a silver spoon lodged somewhere in the drive train. #nascar
— nascarcasm (@nascarcasm) October 27, 2013
@nascarcasm: Harvick's car still running. Childress heads to #29 pit to diagnose the problem. #nascar
— nascarcasm (@nascarcasm) October 27, 2013
The always-attentive Stewart-Haas Racing couldn't help but notice something during Sunday's race.
Think you had a bad day? Try not to ask rookie sensation Kyle Larson about his day...
How popular was Jeff Gordon's win Sunday at Martinsville? The fans that once booed him in waves waited around to watch his NASCAR Victory Lane interview. Showing his gratitude, Gordon made it worth their while.
Kyle Petty and I say #JeffGordon is cool for doing this https://t.co/ocBKDLD2ka
— Kenny Wallace (@Kenny_Wallace) October 27, 2013
Gordon's is burnout was pretty great too.
Congrats to @JeffGordonWeb! That was probably the most BA burnout I've ever seen at Martinsville and possibly anywhere.
— Keith Rodden (@keithrodden) October 27, 2013
Oh yeah, Gordon's win also caught the attention of some guy named Bill...
Congrats @jeffgordonweb on a great win yesterday. Proud the @clintonfdn is working with @JeffGordon4Cure in Rwanda. #win88
— Bill Clinton (@billclinton) October 28, 2013
Jimmie Johnson didn't dominate the day as expected, but the five-time champ is focused on the bigger picture.
This championship is gonna go all the way to the last lap in Homestead. ? #6Pack
— Jimmie Johnson (@JimmieJohnson) October 27, 2013
Greg Biffle, on the other hand, was focused on finding Johnson after the race. After seeing the replays, Biffle 'manned up' and apologized for his actions.
I Apologize for the way I acted towards @JimmieJohnson after the race,hard racing and I know the bumper had damage already but not dragging
— Greg Biffle (@gbiffle) October 28, 2013
All those Martinsville hot dogs were a great idea throughout the weekend, right? Monday morning, not so much.
Talk about awkward sibling moments, the Blaney's just had one of their own, with Ryan shedding a little light on his 'type' of woman.
@RyanBlaney22 such a disappointment huh bud.. Was totally expecting Mila Kunis or something
— Emma Blaney (@EmmaBlaney) October 28, 2013
“@EmmaBlaney: @RyanBlaney22 such a disappointment huh bud.. Was totally expecting Mila Kunis or something” Or Danica
— Ryan Blaney (@RyanBlaney22) October 28, 2013
“@EmmaBlaney: @RyanBlaney22 better watch it! You gonna get in trooouble!” Haha I hear ya bud she's hot @DanicaPatrick
— Ricky Stenhouse Jr. (@StenhouseJr) October 28, 2013
@StenhouseJr @EmmaBlaney @DanicaPatrick hahaha don't hurt me
— Ryan Blaney (@RyanBlaney22) October 28, 2013
As always, those in the NASCAR world are keeping FOX Sports' Steve Byrnes in their thoughts. Get well soon, Steve!
I know @SteveByrnes12 is fighting the good fight. Please send prayers his way. #cancersucks
— Brett Griffin (@SpotterBrett) October 28, 2013
