NASCAR's Jeremy Mayfield Cleared To Race at Daytona

In his ruling, U.S. District Court Judge Graham Mullen said that the "likelihood of a false positive in this case is quite substantial." This decision came after Mayfield tested positive for methamphetamines and NASCAR deemed him a danger to the sport, suspending him indefinitely on May 9.

"This is huge for us. This means more to me probably than any race I've ever won or anything. To come out here and do what we did [Wednesday]... All the attorneys worked tirelessly and endlessly," Mayfield said. "It all paid off for us."

Mayfield is still unsure if he will be able to put together the money needed to take his car to Daytona. Although the deadline to enter the race was June 23, Mayfield can join as a late entry up until when the garage opens at 8:30 a.m. Thursday. No championship points will be awarded if he makes it into the race.

NASCAR Chairman Brian France said there are no plans to file an appeal, but the option hasn't been ruled out. "We're disappointed, but we'll honor the court's wishes. That's where we stand. I'm not going to comment on what we're going to do yet on the next legal process."

Mayfield will continue to be tested on a regular basis, beginning at Daytona if he decides to race.

Inside Line says: Although Mayfield's suspension has been temporarily lifted, don't expect the drama to end here. — Mike Lysaght, Correspondent