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6.18.2006

Who the Heck is David Gilliland?

The Nascar world was shocked this week, as Robby Gordon spun out in a race without hitting anyone. But David Gilliland's win in Saturday's Busch race was pretty surprising as well. Here's some information on Mr. G that you probably don't know:

--His crew chief is Bill Wilburn, formerly of Penske Racing South. Sure it was tough taking a part-time rookie to victory lane with an unsponsored team, but its still easier than working with Rusty Wallace.

--Next week, Dave will be in the Dutch Quality Stone car at Sonoma, which means that you can say "David Gilliland rocks", but you'll still sound like a cornball.

--Though a young driver with limited experience, Gilliland's win means that no Busch Series regular has won this year. See, David Green--THAT'S why no one promotes you guys.

--At 30 years old, Gilliland is already much too old for a Cup career--no one starts their Cup career after 28 anymore (well, except Boris Said).

--Gilliland beat a strong entry by J.J. Yeley for the checkers, putting Gilliland in victory circle before Yeley. Well, Mr. Gibbs, 2 out of 3 ain't bad.

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