Before the Brickyard 400 was a race, they had 2 days of tire testing the year before, right after the July Talladega race. All the big names came to Indy and security was low, so we had great access to the driver's motorhomes, semi's, etc. I got several autographs, had some nice chats with Mark Martin (my husband's favorite driver) and talked to a few of Rusty's crew. The second day of the tire test, still no autograph from Rusty. I was bound and determined not to leave without it. So, he came out of the garage area and I walked w/him every step of the way, while he was signing for kids, etc. He was going up to his motorhome to change and I pretty much begged him to stop and give me the autograph. He stopped, but only 2 feet from going inside his place. I almost had to go up there, because I was gonna get that autograph. It was well worth it (even though it has somewhat faded)! Also, been to his shop in Mooresville after the Coca Cola 600. It was pretty cool to see the cars, trophys, etc. I was amazed how clean the shop was. Unfortunately, no chance meeting with Rusty!

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