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| Bodine was a WGI winner |
Bodine, a native of nearby Chemung, NY, raced at Watkins Glen from
1986 through 2000 in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. The third-generation
driver’s accomplishments at The Glen include three Top-5s and his eventual
final win in the series, which came in 1996.
Bodine also competed at WGI in NASCAR’s Nationwide and Camping
World Truck Series, IROC and other touring series during a career that spanned
more than four decades.
“Geoff is a big part of our history at The Glen, having run here
in several different series – all after a stellar career that commenced at age
five in this region,” said Watkins Glen International President Michael
Printup. “He’s a spectacular addition to the Legends of the Glen and his
induction is one of what should be many highlights during the Cheez-It 355
weekend at Watkins Glen International.”
In 2012, the Green Grandstand was
renamed the Bodine Grandstand in recognition of contributions to The Glen by
Geoff and younger brothers Todd and Brett.
Since 2008, Watkins Glen International has selected drivers from
all racing backgrounds to the elite class known as The Legends of The
Glen. Last year’s inductees included: Former sports car and Formula 1
great Derek Bell; sportscar legend Scott Pruett; and James Hunt, who was
inducted posthumously.
Tickets for The Glen are available now by calling 866.461.RACE.
Gift certificates, licensed merchandise, Thunder Road Tours and tickets are
available for purchase at The Shop, located in downtown Watkins Glen at 2 North
Franklin Street and online at www.TheGlen.com.
The Shop is open Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Hey Dave, thanks for posting this for all to see. Geoff really deserves this honor! Nothing but the best for him for all his contributions to the sport.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting this Dave. Geoff deserves this honor for all his contributions to the sport.
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