V8 Supercars in Texas.Aussies know racing!

[Prof]

I want to thank the fine Australians that have made V8 Supercars a possibility and such a success. I was able to work up close and rather personal with several teams during the Austin, Texas event.

I have watched racing since I was a child, but nothing compared to the thrill of working with these teams. While the drivers are (what we say here in the States) "showhorses", the real workhorse is the team of passionate professionals who prep, clean, verify, download, bust tail, and communicate with each other to get the car ready to race. While fans stood in long lines to get driver's autographs, I collected a few autographs from the crew members. I even found myself moved by the beautiful Australian national anthem and I chanted along with the crowd Aussies! Aussies! Aussies! at the song's end. As a result, I have adopted the phrase "No worries".

What an honor to work an outstanding event put on by V8 Supercars! I hope to meet again more of the fantastic people that are so passionate about their Ford or Holden teams. Mercedes too--a wee bit.

Regards and warm wishes,
Paul
Dallas, Texas