Speedway Motorsports Executive Statements on Passing of New Hampshire Motor Speedway Founder
Following are statements from Speedway Motorsports executives on the passing of New Hampshire Motor Speedway founder Bob Bahre:
Bruton Smith, Speedway Motorsports Executive Chairman:
“Bob Bahre was a true pioneer for motorsports in New England. He wanted to grow our sport and build things that people will remember. He was a smart businessman and I have a lot of respect for that, but I have even more respect for the positive impact he had on people. I’ll pray for Sandy and Gary during this tough time, and I know they are proud of the legacy Bob leaves behind.”
Marcus Smith, Speedway Motorsports President and CEO:
“What I’ll remember most about Bob Bahre will be his character, understated yet charming. Every time I saw him he had on khakis and a white shirt. I always enjoyed our genuine conversations. He was very generous to people in the motorsports industry and to the New England communities where he did business. He went about things in a quiet, dignified manner and often times that simple approach is the most impactful. It’s truly an honor to have known Bob. He lived a meaningful life. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. ”
David McGrath, NHMS Executive Vice President and General Manager:
“On behalf of our team at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, I’d like to extend our deepest condolences to Sandy, Gary and the entire Bahre family. Bob left an incredible mark on auto racing through the New England region, and his love of motorsports was legendary. He had a passionate commitment to both drivers and race fans, and that commitment was evident when he built our facility in 1990. I am proud to have known Bob. It was a true pleasure to have spent time getting to know him and learning from him over the years. He will be missed, but his legacy of supporting and building motorsports in New England will live on forever.”
Bob Bahre, who owned and spearheaded the development and ran New Hampshire International Speedeay until selling it to Speedway Motorsports after the 2007 season, has died at age 93. Statements from NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports executives: pic.twitter.com/clGun01p4o— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) July 24, 2020
Deeply saddened by the loss of my friend & mentor... Bob Bahre— Ricky Craven (@RickyCraven32) July 24, 2020
Bob had a tremendous positive influence on auto racing in New England & its trajectory into @NASCAR
He built for the fans & worked for the sport!
He had a Profound Impact on my Life... I will miss him 🏁 pic.twitter.com/Rgg2B8iuqx
Reddit - NASCAR - Bob Bahre, founder of New Hampshire Motor Speedway and Oxford 250 creator, has passed away https://t.co/9YwG8uJWiv— Front Row Racing (@row_racing) July 24, 2020
Sitting outside doing some work for #RaceHub tomorrow on gorgeous Sunday morning & started reflecting on the loss of 2 amazing men this week in our world of #NASCAR Bob Bahre & Maurice Petty! #NASCAR is a better sport today because of both of them! Prayers & Thoughts To Families!— Larry McReynolds (@LarryMac28) July 26, 2020
.@NHMS Founder Bob Bahre Passes Away at 93— NASCAR Roots (@NASCARRoots) July 24, 2020
Story: https://t.co/EpIjWD9OCW pic.twitter.com/jhUNk0QEeO
NHMS founder Bob Bahre was so cranky one minute and so sweet the next. He could dig in his heels on you to the point that you wanted to fight him, but yet you found yourself always rooting for him. In other words, he was the quintessential New Englander. God speed, sir. #NASCAR pic.twitter.com/Oaay0GJmMo— Ryan McGee (@ESPNMcGee) July 24, 2020
My thoughts are with the Bahre family. Bob’s efforts to attract motorsports to NH have been a boon to the economy and brought so much enjoyment to local fans. His legacy lives on. Thank you for all the memories. —J.S. https://t.co/VNKdMG3fj5— Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (@SenatorShaheen) July 25, 2020
1 comment:
Post a Comment