Quotes by Jeff Gordon

“I dont feel Im a step above anyone on this team. Im just another link in the chain.”

“So much of my life is spent just focused on driving race cars.”

“I want to force the other drivers to find a way past me.”

“I just want to help Jimmie win the championship.”

“When you win four championships, you create a lot of expectations that you are supposed to be in the mix every year. This year we fell short, but no matter what people believe or what the perception is, we are doing everything possible to get back in there next season.”

“I thought there was no way Jimmie could win the race, or I wouldnt have left. All of a sudden I hear he wins, and I go, Youve got to be kidding me? That was just a phenomenal win.”

“The way the championship points are structured, winning is not the most important thing. It pays the most points, but a top-five these days is almost as good as a win.”

“Its been awhile. What a great, great feeling.”

“Its been a while since my last win. What a great, great feeling.”

“It was a very rewarding race and gratifying. I could get up to third or fourth but couldnt make those passes to get the rest of the way. Once we did get up front, the car was flying. To be able to drive from 15th all the way to third or fourth, I knew we had a good one. Once we got out front, we were awesome. I knew we were in great shape.”

I think driving in New York is a great experience. A lot more racing techniques go into it than anyplace else Ive ever driven. There basically are no lanes.

I think fear is what keeps us from going over the edge. I mean, as a race car driver, I dont think what makes a good race car driver is a fearless person. I think its somebody that is comfortable being behind the wheel of something thats somewhat out of control.

When youre in a race car, youre going through so many different emotions throughout that race.

I just feel rejuvenated in such a big way because of these race cars I get to drive.

So much of my life is spent just focused on driving race cars.