DUNCAN'S 2006 SEASON ENDS WITH BEST POSSIBLE NEWS

Source: Vance Palm/ MB Duncan Motor Sports
Date: 10/28/2006

BAKERSFIELD, California -- The two previous seasons NASCAR driver Mike Duncan has finished the Grand National Division, West Series as the Champion, and it goes without saying that the titles themselves were reason to celebrate. Ironically, having just finished the 2006 season third in points, banged up from the last two races and drained from defending a two-year reign, Duncan couldn't be happier.

After a menacing 16th place finish in the Toyota All-Star Shootout, this high-profile media magnet escaped into the Southern California weekend with his family. Duncan was eager to get away and celebrate the good news: his father-in-law, Larry Morris had been informed that his cancer is receeding, and that things are looking positive!

When Duncan was tracked down for the post-race comments, he exclaimed," I can't describe how happy I am right now! The real story is that Larry heard some great news regarding his cancer - it's real positive, and that's the only thing that matters to me, my family and my crew." A noticebly emotional Duncan described his final race of the 2006 season with a quick mention of the car not handling right, but there was no mistaking the main topic on his mind, stating," Larry is such a big part of my racing life . . . he's been missed when he hasn't been with us, and I'm just so happy to hear this news!"

As the driver of the Lucas Oil/Ron's Rear Ends/Greenfrogroastingco.com Chevrolet, Duncan is looking ahead to the 2007 season with great anticipation. With regards to the series' inclusion of the Southwest tour teams that will be joining the ranks on the West series, Duncan's voice hints of his excitement when he says, "Oh man! Next season should be really intense. With all of those (SW Tour) guys coming up . . . it's going to be one of the most watched series in the country . . . can't wait!"

A final statement from Duncan before he hurried off was aimed toward all of the people who helped him reign as West champ for two, excellent seasons. "My Crew Chief, Bill (Sedgwick) and I certainly want to thank all of the sponsors, friends and fans that continue to create the possibilities and energy for us to compete and run for championships every season. Thank you."

Visit Mike's website for all the 2006 highlights @ mbduncanmotorsports.com

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