JTG Daugherty Racing tweeted , ‘#47-Bobby Labonte has a stomach virus. He plans to race the #47 BUSHS Toyota. Mike Bliss will be on standby according to Bobby Hutchens.”(4-13-2013) UPDATE: Bobby Labonte stayed on a short list of NASCAR drivers who have started every Sprint Cup race in Texas – barely. Labonte, who grew up in South Texas, was battling a stomach virus and planned to start Saturday night before giving way to a backup driver. He made it through 40 laps, but planned replacement Mike Bliss was still on the track in his own car. Labonte took his #47 Toyota to the garage and went to the infield care center while his team waited for a backup. Eventually, Labontes crew had to scramble to fit the seat for Michael McDowell after he parked his ride. The crew had already worked on fitting the car for Bliss. By making the start, Labonte joined Jeff Burton, Mark Martin and Jeff Gordon as the only drivers to start all 25 Cup races in Texas. ( Associated Press )(4-14-2013) News from April 13, 2013
