Joe Girardi shared his NASCAR fan journey during an interview on Kevin Harvick’s podcast. Girardi, known for his role in NASCAR race broadcasting on Fox Sports, goes beyond commenting on races. He hosts his own podcast and conducts interviews with NASCAR drivers and other renowned athletes. In this specific episode of the podcast, Girardi, a former prominent MLB manager, revealed that he is a dedicated NASCAR fan. Although he did not disclose the name of his favorite retired driver, he mentioned that his favorite active driver is a member of Joe Gibbs Racing.
Girardi expressed admiration for Denny Hamlin, a three-time Daytona 500 winner and co-owner of 23XI Racing. He highlighted Hamlin’s consistency and sees him as a true champion. Girardi anticipates that Hamlin will be a strong championship contender in the upcoming 2024 season.
During the podcast, Girardi also shared how he got involved with NASCAR through a long-time Yankees coach. His first racing experience at Rockingham with this coach sparked his interest in the sport, and it quickly became a recurring activity for them.
In addition to NASCAR, Girardi and Harvick, a former SHR driver and avid baseball fan, discussed the changes in the sport over the years.
In case you missed it, Joe Girardi’s interview on Kevin Harvick’s podcast revealed his passion for NASCAR and his insights on the sport.
