What … else can be said about Bill France, Jr., that hasn’t already been said?
Not much, but every one of us with a connection to NASCAR, whether as your job, your passion, or just your passing interest, owes a debt of thanks to Mr. France. I think Kyle Petty said it best when he explained that while Bill France, Sr., planted the first NASCAR seeds, it was Bill France, Jr., who watered them, nourished them, and shaped them into the trees that bear the mature fruit of which we all happily partake today. Where … is Mother Nature going to strike next? A lot of race fans and drivers were sorely disappointed with the early termination of Sunday’s race after just 106 of the 200 scheduled laps. The 2007 NASCAR season has been marred by a number of weather challenges, including last Sunday’s Dover race which had to be postponed until Monday. When rain is a factor, it’s always a tough call for NASCAR officials, who really do try to balance the interests of the drivers, teams, owners, and fans. But no matter what the eventual call is, someone is going to be unhappy, as P
