Newman's birthday surprise

Ryan Newman won five poles last year and moved into second place in poles among active Cup drivers.
But Newman only needed to win one pole to qualify for the Bud Shootout. Winning multiple poles is nothing new for the driver of the No. 12 Dodge for Penske Racing. He is usually among the Cup leaders in poles every year.
“We work really hard each year to win poles and have the No. 12 Alltel Dodge start up front," Newman said. "It’s an honor being in the Budweiser Shootout each year because it recognizes the hard work that the entire team has done to put our car on the pole.”
The car the team is racing in the Shootout hasn't been in a race yet. The team tested it last month at Daytona.
Newman has some extra incentive for winning this year's Shootout. The race is the same day as his dad's birthday. Newman's dad, Greg Newman, also works as his spotter during races.
"I’ve always wanted to give my dad a birthday present that he would never forget,” Newman said.
“My dad has done more for me than I could ever repay him for. Celebrating in victory lane at Daytona on his birthday would mean the world to both of us. I would love to make that happen.”