Kevin Harvick’s Favorite Driver For New Hampshire  

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Harvick predicts Truex Jr. will win the USA Today 301 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

Truex Jr.'s Track Record

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Race Strategy

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Past Performance

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Emotional Motivation

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Harvick's Sentimental Pick

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Co-hosts' Predictions

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Contrasting Viewpoint

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Truex Jr.'s Dominance

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Season Form

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