If you mean of that particular driver, then you're right. If you mean of racing in general, I don't buy it. How many other drivers has Kevin "bashed" (figuratively and literally)? Does that mean he's not a fan, that he doesn't like the sport? What about all the people who literally hate Jeff Gordon. Does having a negative opinion of someone mean you're not a true fan? I love racing but that doesn't mean I like everyone associated with the sport.
By the way, I really hope Kevin matures and eventually makes fans of his detractors, but until then.......