Jeff Gordon has new spotter this weekend at Pocono

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -Four-time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon will have a new spotter starting this weekend at Pocono Raceway.

Hendrick Motorsports has hired Jeff Dickerson to replace Shannon McGlamery, who had been Gordon's spotter since 2007. McGlamery will continue his role as a mechanic with Hendrick.

Dickerson became available last week when he parted ways with Kyle Busch. The two had worked together since Busch's early days at Hendrick, and Dickerson was often credited by the driver for guiding him to many victories.

Gordon crew chief Steve Letarte says he hustled to hire Dickerson, whom he considers one of the best in the sport. Letarte says Dickerson will help the team close out victories - which Gordon has struggled to do this year.