RICHMOND, Va., May 5 (UPI) -- The Crown Royal 400 Nextel Cup race at the Richmond International Raceway was postponed Saturday night after 12 laps because of rain.
Jeff Gordon led the 43-car field around the .75-mile oval as the race started under caution conditions due to wet spots on the track from earlier rain showers.
After 12 laps NASCAR officials decided to red flag the race as the rain started to fall. As the rain continued, NASCAR officials decided to postpone the race until Sunday.
When the race starts Sunday, Jeff Gordon will again lead the field, after winning his fourth pole of the season Friday night.
Starting alongside Gordon will be Carl Edwards. Scott Riggs and Jimmie Johnson will start in row two.
The race is scheduled to start at 1 p.m. EDT Sunday.
