Summary
NASCAR shared a tribute to Grant Lynch, the former chairman of Talladega Superspeedway, who passed away at 71. Lynch worked as chairman from 2009 until his retirement in 2019 and also held a significant position with the International Speedway Corporation.
Key Facts
- Grant Lynch passed away at the age of 71.
- He served as chairman of Talladega Superspeedway from 2009 to 2019.
- Lynch worked at Talladega starting in 1993 as track general manager.
- He was vice president of the International Speedway Corporation, overseeing other speedways' construction.
- NASCAR credited Lynch for making Talladega a popular and fan-friendly track.
- Current Talladega president, Brian Crichton, acknowledged Lynch's dedication to fans and the community.
- Lynch's family requested donations to charities in lieu of flowers.
- NASCAR and Talladega provided condolences to Lynch's family.
