The NASCAR veteran has won the Daytona 500 three times. He talks about his sport.
TFK: How does it feel to go from being the kid to being the old man on the tour? Jeff Gordon:I love what I've accomplished in this sport. If I knew then what I know now, I probably would have loosened up a little bit and shown more personality.
TFK:Why is it that some parts of the country support you more than others?
Jeff Gordon:In California, the fans really cheer for me. In the Southeast, though, there are a lot of (Dale) Earnhardt (Jr.) fans.
TFK:What's it like to hear boos?
Jeff Gordon:I've gotten so numb to it. I get more concerned when the cheers and boos aren't loud.
TFK:What advice do you have for a girl who wants to become a race-car driver?
Jeff Gordon:It doesn't matter whether you are male or female. It's about starting young and getting into the best equipment.
TFK:What is your favorite caróone that you bought?
Jeff Gordon:I love my Chevy Tahoe. Now that (we have) a baby, I need something to hold all my luggage.