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oval track
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An oval track is a race track that looks like an oval shape, with long straight parts and two turns. Drivers go very fast around it.
Technical Definition
An oval track is a racing circuit shaped like an oval, with two long straightaways and two turns. It emphasizes high-speed cornering and drafting.
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"I don't fancy the oval stuff. We've had several of the IndyCar drivers on."
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"for the oval track and i believe it's 10 for the drag strips it varies it depends on how the weekends"
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"He's not a road course or street course specialist, more of a shorter oval guy,"
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Michelle Lackey & Alaska Raceway Park
Bracket Breakdown
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