Jeff Gordon

Seadog · 1/22/15, 4:01 PM

Gordon's main reason for stepping out of the car is his painful spine problems. Getting tossed around in a racecar doesn't help that issue.

That is about all I have in common with Gordon - a bad spine. I had three surgeries last year and now have rods and screws in my back. That is why I can't go to the races any more because I have a lack of mobility - after going to races about 20 - 30 times a year for 55 straight years. Sadly I am done. Very upsetting for me.

Like Gordon did, I am contemplating retirement too.

Flatrightrear · 1/22/15, 4:07 PM

Sorry about your back, Seadog. Seems to me Jeff would retire now if his back is as bad as people on here have stated.

Nate · 1/22/15, 4:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jjones752

I thought that invite was for Tony, not Jeff...

Sorry, it wasn't Penske that offered him a seat it was AJ Foyt that said he'd field a car for Gordon (and Tony) if they chose to run it.

Charles Nungester · 1/22/15, 6:59 PM

I can't say the real reason he's retiring. I know its been a couple years since the back was a Major issue and it still could be or worse.

I think its getting screwed out of the third championship he would have won without the chase format. that would have tied........................PETTY

NOSTINKINWINGS · 1/22/15, 7:20 PM

Maybe by 2016 he will have a little extra time TO THINK about pushing some l$ve at his roots. With an estimated net worth of $200 million I would think his money clip could field a couple of teams. Or in the year 2525 if man is still alive, if woman can survive. Just an observation. ...

mc/rider · 1/22/15, 7:41 PM

After beatin on B Ks head he cant grip the wheel any more

i love dirt track racing · 1/22/15, 9:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Stevensville Mike

It will be interesting to see, in the often cut throat world of driver contracts, who winds up in the 24 in 2016. Larson?

I think Gordon would make a fine addition making cameos in the Tudor USCC series in the long enduros. That will pick up fan interest, too. It all depends on his health/body/will.

Chip signed Larson to a 10 year contract and rico will get another long term contract. Smart business marketing department. Go Larson and rico .