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Writing this message from about 80 miles where Nicky passed. I am in complete disbelief that this has happened. I have harassed Nicky at race tracks all over the world for the past 20+ years. I'm always the one yelling NICKY!!!! in various places when I see him and people are otherwise too polite to say anything. I've chatted with him about all sorts of things related to racing over the years. He would never remember who I am, but I will always remember how polite and genteel Nicky was when I pestered him. More than even his amazing racing accomplishments, Nicky is famed the world over for the person that he is. I don't think there's ever been a racer as highly regarded as Nicky. A true ambassador for the American graceful gentleman. Nicky was one in a million. Its a great shame that we don't get to see the next generation of racer from Nicky. His brothers are equally great people, and I hope there is more of this great family to come in the future. A true inspiration for me and to racers and fans everywhere.

Race on, Nicky. I'll always be cheering you on.