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Post by Chris on May 3, 2021 12:26:56 GMT -5
Bobby Unser , one of the most successful American drivers of all time Passed away at his home in New Mexico Sunday night. Bobby had a long history as a multiple Pikes Peak record holder, Indy Car and Open wheel driver and even as a sports car driver. It was Bobby who insisted my late father, John Hale take the 1973 Eagle out in testing at Ontario 1972, after my dad fixed a suspension problem athat almost shelved the entire project. My Dad ran laps at 202mph before handing the car over to Bobby who also ran laps in the same range. Bobby drove for AAR & Dan Gurney from 1969 until 1979 winning quite a few events. In later years he coached Rookies at Indy every year helping them gain their licenses to run the 500 and showing them the right way to drive Indy. Our Home will be sad this week and Our Condolences go out to the entire Unser Family. R.I.P. Bobby .....  |
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Post by racermagic on May 3, 2021 12:34:15 GMT -5
Thats an "L" for sure. Told it like it was. Fast. Smart. R.i.p racer. We will miss you.
I am grateful i atleast got to see some of his career. Sort of his brothers opposite. Not shy, unafraid to speak his mind. Super talented. Enjoy Al while we can.
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Post by quattro on May 3, 2021 14:56:31 GMT -5
One of the few that probably transcended the sport into the consciousness of the public over here in Europe.
And that was before he did his stint in the commentary booth.
The only podcast interview I ever went back and listened to a second time was one featuring him.
Don't think I need say more than that......
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Post by indy on May 3, 2021 14:57:43 GMT -5
Nice tribute from IMS.
Jordan
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Post by Gary Davis on May 3, 2021 15:56:45 GMT -5
So sad to hear. He was a very Talented Driver for sure. I sure enjoyed his announcing. He told it like it is. He will be missed for sure.
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Post by indycals on May 3, 2021 16:11:56 GMT -5
My mother also passed this morning. She loved going to the 500 - like Bobby, she was quite the talker as well, and I can't help but envision the two of them talking each other's ears off in the "new arrivals" line: "Aren't you Bobby Unser?" "Why yes. Yes I am" (and I know you heard that in Bobby's voice just as I typed it  ) |
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Post by Gary Davis on May 3, 2021 16:53:04 GMT -5
My condolences to you Michael...
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Post by sandysixtysfan on May 3, 2021 20:53:22 GMT -5
My sympathies Michael.
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Post by indy on May 3, 2021 23:38:11 GMT -5
I loved your tribute to her on Facebook, Michael. Makes me sad I never met her. Thank you for your story of dementia, we are dealing with that in my family and it is heartbreaking. We will be praying for your family's comfort in this season of loss.
Jordan
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Post by quattro on May 4, 2021 5:05:32 GMT -5
Your post made me feel sad for you but smile at the same time given the thought of a lively chat in a new arrivals queue.
Wishing you strength over the coming days.
My sincerest sympathies.
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Post by racermagic on May 4, 2021 7:44:55 GMT -5
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Post by gwstexas on May 4, 2021 8:43:29 GMT -5
Michael, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm sure all our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary
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Post by racermagic on May 4, 2021 10:20:10 GMT -5
Found this,thought it was cool.
Need a few laughs?.. i think some of us could use a good laugh.
Enjoy May folks. I sure as heck will.
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Post by Gary Davis on May 4, 2021 13:06:03 GMT -5
That was very cool... Had to laugh a bunch. I wanted to see the second segment and maybe get one of those "T's".
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Post by raceparke on May 4, 2021 14:44:22 GMT -5
My sympathies, Michael.
Dan
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Post by jamesharvey on May 4, 2021 14:57:34 GMT -5
A sad day all around. Bobby was one of a kind as, I am sure, was Michael's mother. May they both rest in peace.
Jim
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Post by hurtubise56 on May 4, 2021 17:36:38 GMT -5
Uncle Bobby and Sam Posey at Indy, what a pair!
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Post by indycals on May 5, 2021 6:14:58 GMT -5
Uncle Bobby and Sam Posey at Indy, what a pair! Bobby also did some of the Canadian CART races for CBC with Brian Williams - they were a great paring, but it didn't have the contrarian nature (to put it nicely) that Bobby and Sam did that made them so entertaining. |
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Post by hurtubise56 on May 5, 2021 6:47:54 GMT -5
Yep, hard-scrabble Bobby vs. prep-school Sam, diametrically opposed opinions about EVERYTHING! It made for some interesting listening, the race was almost secondary.
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Post by nesmra on May 5, 2021 18:39:10 GMT -5
Michael I'm sorry for your loss. Remember the good times it helps.
Bobby was and will always be one of the greatest drivers. It really makes me feel even older than I am. So many of the drivers that I watched when I was younger are gone. Ralph NESMRA
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Post by racingforever on Jun 5, 2021 9:31:10 GMT -5
This is my salute to Bobby, Max Mosley and Andre Ribeiro
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