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Pole Position
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Definition: The number one starting position. Usually earned by being the fastest during qualifing.

Pronunciation: pol po zi' shun • (noun)

Also Known As: The Pole, Inside Pole

Examples: Gordon really had a great lap but he got bumped off the pole by Earnhardt who was a bit faster.

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