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Stewart to use Foyt's No. 14 for next season

Jul 27, 2008
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By JENNA FRYER The Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS – Tony Stewart has spent his entire career emulating A.J. Foyt, his childhood hero who dazzled the young racer with a tough-guy bravado and swashbuckling style. So when given a chance to pay Foyt the ultimate compliment, Stewart didn't hesitate: He'll use the No. 14 next season in honor of the four-time Indianapolis 500 winner. "It was pretty easy to decide on the number that my all-time hero had," Stewart said Friday before revealing the two Chevrolets – one sponsored by Office Depot, the other by Old Spice – that he'll drive next season when he leaves Joe Gibbs Racing to move into an ownership role at Stewart-Haas Racing. Foyt, who was with the IndyCar Series in Edmonton, couldn't be on hand to see Stewart reveal the honor at his beloved homestate track. Similar in... [read full story]                    

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