Article: Pocono pumps up Hamlin; Refuels for run at Chase.(Sports)

Byline: DAVID EXUM

LONG POND, Pa. - Denny Hamlin understands completely how important the next six races are if he expects to win his first NASCAR Nextel Cup championship for Joe Gibbs Racing.

The defending race winner of today's Pennsylvania 500 at Pocono Raceway has only one victory this season and needs those all-important bonus points before the Chase for the Cup begins at New Hampshire International Speedway on Sept. 16.

Following the first 26 scheduled events, the top 12 drivers in the series point standings are lined up for a run through the final 10 races of the season to determine the Cup champion. NASCAR resets the points for the 12 drivers that make the ...

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