How to Root for Jeff Gordon

Jeff Gordon is the most loved (and hated) driver in NASCAR. Rooting for the 4 time NEXTEL Cup Series champion takes passion and perseverance, particularly in light of all the other race fans who do not like number 24 in the winning DuPont stock car. Gordon fans and Dale Earnhardt Jr. supporters are often archenemies.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Assorted Jeff Gordon and number 24 clothing and accessories

1. Winners root for winners, so why wouldn't you want to root for the winningest active driver on the NEXTEL circuit? In preparation for all those Earnhardt fans who will question you, call you and Gordon names, and probably want to fight after a few too many beers, research Gordon's background and race history.
2. The key information--your trump card in any argument--is that Gordon has won 4 Cup championships. The only drivers with more in NASCAR history are Richard "the King" Petty and Dale Earnhardt, who won 7 each. When a critic accuses Gordon of anything, just reply with, "4 championships...period."
3. Gordon has also won 81 NASCAR Cup races in his career, placing him sixth on the all-time list of winningest drivers. His dominance over the competition includes 3 wins in the Daytona 500, NASCAR's version of the Super Bowl.
4. Wear and display your Gordon and number 24 DuPont race team colors and logos as often as possible.

Tips & Warnings

• Win arguments regarding NASCAR drivers with facts and statistics, not gut reactions
• Fans of Dale Earnhardt Jr. are particularly harsh in criticizing Gordon, perhaps because Dale Jr. has yet to win consistently on the NASCAR circuit or come close to winning a championship. Interact with caution!