Jacques Villeneuve has categorically stated that he has no interest in buying into NASCAR team Bill Davis Racing. The 1997 Formula One world champion has been linked to a purchase of the team he is racing for since his manager Craig Pollock expressed an interest in buying a NASCAR team, but Villeneuve claims that he will not be involved in any takeover bid.
Villeneuve said: “Over the last few weeks there has been persistent speculation that I am considering some form of purchase of the Bill Davis Racing organisation. “In spite of my consistent denial of these claims, the questions and speculation continue, so I want to set the record straight, one time only. I am not interested in buying the BDR business, or any other NASCAR team. I have not been considering such a purchase, and I will not be changing that position.”
Villeneuve added that he wants to remain totally focused on his racing in NASCAR, where he is currently preparing for his rookie season in the Sprint Cup in 2008.
- Villeneuve to test at Gateway
- Villeneuve to attempt second Cup start at Phoenix
- Villeneuve to make CTS debut at Vegas
- Reports: NASCAR and/or Bruton Smith interested in buying NHRA
- Villeneuve to compete in Truck Series race
This whole deal has been shrouded with controversy since the get go. There has to be SOME truth to the story because it won’t go away. Like in the late 1980’s when Tim Richmond failed dugs tests. Turns out he had AIDS. For over a year it was denied before we got the real story. Davis’ trucking firm took a hit and he apparently could use cash.