Virtual Talladega might have been more entertaining than the real thing

Before the race even started, virtual Talladega was exciting. That’s because driver Ryan Newman joined the FOX Sports broadcast to announce that he intended to return to the driver’s seat when the NASCAR season resumes, which could be as soon as May 17.Sunday saw another return to the driver’s seat — or driver’s rig, at least. Four-time Cup champion Jeff Gordon provided an additional highlight at the 74-lap event, which went into overtime after a caution was called with three laps remaining in regulation. Gordon’s status as a six-time winner at the real Talladega meant little at the virtual tr…

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