Gordon, Johnson docked 100 points each

At least NASCAR is consistent in its penalties.
Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson were both penalized 100 points in the drivers standings and their crew chiefs were fined $100,000 each and suspended for six races for rules violations in the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series race at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma.
That has been the norm this year for Cup teams that break NASCAR's rules.
Rick Hendrick, owner of the teams driven by Gordon and Johnson, did not agree with the severity of the penalties.
"We are disappointed in NASCAR's decision and feel the penalties are excessive," Hendrick said. "Right now, all of our options are being evaluated, including our personnel situation and a possible appeal to the National Stock Car Racing Commission."
Steve Letarte is the crew chief for Gordon and Chad Knaus is Johnson's crew chief. Both we will be able to return Aug. 15 for the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway.
Gordon and Johnson's cars did not pass inspection before qualifying for the race at Sonoma. Both cars were found to have fenders that did not meet the specifications of NASCAR. They were not allowed to qualify or practice the Friday before the race at Sonoma.
"We'll take some time to decide on a direction and make an announcement regarding our plans for New Hampshire later in the week," Hendrick said.
Hendrick was also penalized 100 points in the owners standings. Letarte and Knaus are on probation until the Dec. 31.