Twitter reaction to Jeff Gordon's announcement
After Jeff Gordon surprised many with his announcement that 2015 would be his final Sprint Cup Series season, many in NASCAR took to Twitter to express their appreciation for the four-time champion's career and impact on the sport.
Here's a sampling of what some drivers said about the man who ranks third on NASCAR's all-time win list.
Clint Bowyer referenced the run-in he and Gordon had at Phoenix in 2012.
I've had a lot of good times with @JeffGordonWeb and one 💩 one. Weird to think just like all the other greats, that soon he won't be there!
— Clint Bowyer (@ClintBowyer) January 22, 2015
Junior was perfectly Junior.
Hard to imagine this is @JeffGordonWeb last full season. Tons of respect for him and what he's accomplished thus far. A total professional.
— Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr) January 22, 2015
AJ Allmendinger and Joey Logano referenced growing up watching Gordon.
I feel so lucky to say I have raced against my idol and favorite driver growing up @JeffGordonWeb... ready for one more year against you.
— AJ Allmendinger (@AJDinger) January 22, 2015
Grew up a @JeffGordonWeb and @markmartin fan. Been awesome to race both of them for wins. Look forward to one more year in 2015.
— Joey Logano (@joeylogano) January 22, 2015
And Jimmie Johnson used a word a lot of us thought when we first saw the news.
Crazy... You're the man! “@JeffGordonWeb: Letting team know this will be my final year competing for a championship. pic.twitter.com/arqgDMfTni”
— Jimmie Johnson (@JimmieJohnson) January 22, 2015
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