Greg Biffle was one of seven killed in a plane crash on Thursday. The NTSB is currently investigating the crash at the Stateville airport and a press conference is expected today.
Greg Biffle formerly raced for Roush Racing (now RFK Racing) between 1998 and 2016.
Biffle claimed the 2000 NASCAR Truck Series championship with the team. He later collected the 2002 NASCAR Nationwide Series championship with them as well before moving into full-time NASCAR Cup Series racing in 2003.
All 19 of his NASCAR Cup Series wins came with Roush Racing. His last win came in 2013 at Michigan International Speedway.
Former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family killed in plane crash
“All of us at RFK Racing are devastated by the heartbreaking news involving the Biffle family,” the team statement opened.
“Greg Biffle has long been a cherished member of our racing family. As a person, family man and driver, his accomplishments helped form a cornerstone of our organization. We extend our deepest condolences to the Biffle family and to all of their loved ones and friends during this incredibly difficult time.”
“The entire Charlotte sports community has suffered a tremendous loss,” RFK Racing founder Jack Roush opened.
“The tragic accident involving Greg Biffle and his family today is incredibly heartbreaking. l have lost a dear friend and partner in our NASCAR program. His contributions to our race team over the years are immeasurable. My condolences are with all those who loved and knew Greg and his family.”
“I am heartbroken by the news involving the Biffle family,” RFK Racing co-owner Brad Keselowski stated.
“I had the privilege of racing alongside Greg for many years, and like so many in our sport, I gained deep respect for him not only as a champion on the racetrack, but as a competitor who helped define an era of NASCAR. His impact on Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing runs deep, and his accomplishments helped lay a foundation we continue to build upon today.”
Keselowski added, “My thoughts, and that of the entire organization, are with the Biffle family and everyone close to them as they navigate this tremendously difficult time.”
Greg Biffle family and NASCAR issue statements after tragic plane crash
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