Maybe it was Dale Earnhardt Jr. magic. No matter the reason, Jeff Gordon had one fast car in Saturday's first practice at Dover.
Earnhardt was at the track to watch, help if needed and encourage his team and teammates. Gordon is driving Junior's No. 88 car in Sunday's Sprint Cup race.
Think this wasn't a happy visit? Guess again. Not even rain that stopped the day's first practice could dampen the mood.
Earnhardt won't drive again this season as he continues recovery from a head injury. In his absence, Gordon has split time in the No.