Fan of the Week
Ben Clark
Age: 40
Location: Decatur, GA
Occupation: Transportation Manger
How long have you been a fan?
I remember, from the first time I saw Jimmie racing in 2001, he was going to be something special. I told all my friends to watch him because he is going to accomplish a lot one day. He has not made a liar out of me yet.
How did your interest in racing start?
I became interested in racing 1985 when Wild Bill took everyone by surprised and won a Championship.
Who was your favorite first driver?
Bill Elliot
Who is your favorite current driver?
Jimmie Johnson
If you had three hours to spend with your favorite driver, what would you do?
I would love to get on a track and race karts. I'm sure I would lose but it would be a lot of fun.
How many races do you attend each year?
Three a year. I like to go to both Atlanta races and the spring Talladega race.
What is your favorite track?
I always wanted to go to Bristol or Charlotte. I love Bristol because its small and Charlotte is "Jimmie's House."
If you worked in racing, what would you do?
I would want to drive the hauler and be the fuel man. I'm not really built for anything else, except maybe the grill master.
If you were in charge of NASCAR, what would you change?
I would remove restrictor plates. It causes way too much.