Like grandpa, like grandson. Like uncle, like nephew. Like father...like son?
Garrett Robert Gordon
Garrett Gordon knows what's up! He is getting a head start on his racing career. Out of the womb less than six weeks and already finding his way around the cockpit of a race car. Look out future drivers of anything on wheels...
As many longtime readers know, Answer this... was originally inspired by search referrals to Drink this... Sometime in 2004, after a post on Matt Kenseth and another about Katie Holmes, Googlers were visiting looking for Matt Kenseth's wife Katie. This... is Katie Kenseth became the first entry in a category that would eventually take on a life of its own: NASCAR Wives and Girlfriends.
These days, most of the inquiries come directly from the tallglassofmilk inbox, but I still keep an eye on the keywords for inspiration -- and amusement. Some inquiries have been answered, some simply cannot be answered and some just don't deserve to be answered. Others beg me to have some fun with this...
The domestication of this generation of NASCAR drivers is moving full speed ahead. The NASCAR family has grown since last season. Here's a quick recap of happenings on the domestic front.
Penn Joseph Sauter Garrett Robert Gordon
NEW ADDITIONS
Lucky #13
Johnny Sauter and wife Cortney welcomed their first son, Penn Joseph (PIC), on January 13th. Johnny is the driver of the #13 Thor Sport Racing truck in the Camping World series. With any luck, their number will bring them success in the rain-delayed running of the NextEra Energy Resources 250 tonight, Penn's one month birthday.
#7, It's A 'G' Thing, Baby
Athena Barber gave birth to Garrett Robert Gordon (PIC) on January 28th. This lil' one looks just like his namesake -- and he's built for speed with racing in both mom's and dad's genes and a solid racing name: Garrett Gordon. Reserve the #7. For G, of course.
HOT BUNS IN THE OVEN
Several drivers and a fan favorite crew member are expecting:
Carl and Kate are hoping the baby hangs in there 'til he gets home from Daytona. "She's got her legs crossed, and I've got my fingers crossed." [SBnation.com] Four-time champion Jimmie Johnson says he'll miss a race if necessary to be present for the birth. [NYTimes.com]
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UPDATE: Garrett Robert Gordon was born January 28, 2010. He weighed in at 7.1 oz and measured 20" long.
Q. Is Athena Barber pregnant?!
A. Internet message boards and the Answer this... inbox and search engine referrals are abuzz with the news that Athena Barber is pregnant! The tallglassofmilk has confirmed that Athena is indeed expecting a baby boy, due in January.
Athena, who is best known to NASCAR fans as the Hottest NASCAR Wag and former longtime girlfriend of Clint Bowyer, has most recently been romantically linked to Robby Gordon. The two became involved in an intimate relationship in late February 2009.
Currently, Athena is a correspondent for 3 Wide Life and she recently obtained her license as a Property and Casualty Insurance Producer. She is also clearly looking forward to becoming a mommy:
Congrats to her!
Robby Gordon declined to comment on the news.
We're just past halfway through the NASCAR season, headed back where we started and rumors abound as the teams make their way to Daytona International Speedway.
Them's Fightin' Words
Were there more fireworks at New Hampshire Motor Speedway than what the fans saw on TV? Word has it that the most exciting action took place off camera--and did not involve Kyle Busch or Juan Pablo Montoya. Sources say that following the race--and an on-track
incident between Clint Bowyer and Sam Hornish--Bowyer paid a visit to the #77 car, swiftly removed the window net and gave Hornish a tongue-lashing, encouraging a return to IRL or else ...
Speaking of IRL ...
No Stock in Mears
While everyone ponders whether Casey Mears will get job offers from RCR, DEI or Ganassi, rumors have surfaced that he is headed to Penske to replace Ryan. Briscoe, that is. Speculation is that the Mears Gang wants Casey back in the open wheel racing family and that Casey is already in talks with Roger Penske to replace IndyCar driver Ryan Briscoe in the #6 in 2009.
Worst Kept Secret
Fifty-year-old Mark Martin to the Hendrick Motorsports #5 in 2009 for one last shot at the championship that has eluded him for 26 years? Looks like they're already done talking. Announcement expected Friday.
Father Knows Best Kept Secret
Multiple sources confirm that Robby Gordon's girlfriend has given birth to his first child, but there has been no official statement from the driver. Unofficially, some are speculating that he is gearing up to publicly acknowledge accept announce his venture into fatherhood and accept congratulations from his legion of fans.
Manufacturing Godfather
All speculation points to a Tony Stewart / HAAS deal being imminent. Some say, HAAS? Some say, Chevy made Smoke an offer he couldn't refuse. Ryan Newman, Office Depot and Burger King reported to be on board.
Still Not Mandatory
Spies tell me there are rumblings on the inside of a "sting" in the works to bust up an alleged "Traveling NASCAR Drug Cartel." If we were naming names, there'd be a couple drivers, a girlfriend and an entire team that ought to get a shout out in the hopes they heed the warning. But ... that naming names thing in connection with illegal substances is an issue and the lawyers are on vacation this week, so ... I shall remain silent and hopeful that said individuals get the message and get wise/help before getting caught and not the other way around.
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