There has never been a media maestro like Waltrip, who leaves behind no driver able to fill the gab gap. There needs to be somebody come in here like I am. You need something besides a politically correct answer. Part of the problem is the sponsors. Tony Stewart found that out when he complained about pushy fans in the garage area.
Most top drivers lack either the eloquence or the courage to speak out on issues.
Waltrip lacked neither. Stock car racing today does not bid farewell to just one of the top drivers in history. Larry Woody covers auto racing for The Tennessean . Gannett Co. Inc. newspaper Use of this site signifies that you agree to our terms of service. Associated Press content is Copyrighted by The Associated Press.