Where is Marcus Ambrose now?
Where is Marcus Ambrose now?
Since leaving NASCAR, Ambrose has become a successful businessman. He owns several commercial properties in Tasmania, with his pride and joy being Thousand Lakes Lodge, a resort he built in the remote outback for folks who like to rough it during the day but enjoy returning for luxury and pampering at night.
What year did Ambrose win Bathurst?
Marcos Ambrose (born 1 September 1976) is an Australian former racing driver. He won the Australian V8 Supercar series’ championship in 2003 and 2004.
How old is Marcus Ambrose?
45 years (September 1, 1976)
Marcos Ambrose/Age
Who did Marcos Ambrose drive for?
Richard Petty Motorsports
22 races run over 1 year. Marcos Ambrose (born September 1,1976 in Launceston, Tasmania Australia) is a Australian NASCAR driver of the #9 Stanley Ford Fusion for Richard Petty Motorsports for the Sprint Cup Series and occasionally in the Nationwide Series. Ambrose is a Australian V8 Supercar champion in 2003 and 2004.
Who is the oldest driver in NASCAR?
Morgan Shepherd
| Morgan Shepherd | |
|---|---|
| Achievements | 1980 NASCAR Late Model Sportsman Division Champion Oldest driver to start a NASCAR Cup Series race (72 years, 9 months, and 1 day) |
| Awards | 2005 NMPA Man of the Year |
| NASCAR Cup Series career | |
| 517 races run over 29 years |
Is Peter Brock still alive?
Deceased (1945–2006)
Peter Brock/Living or Deceased
Who’s the youngest NASCAR driver 2020?
Joey Logano
When Joey Logano climbs into the No. 20 Toyota for the 51st running of the Daytona 500 on February 15, he will make history as the youngest driver to start the famed event.
Who is greatest NASCAR driver of all time?
NASCAR Power Rankings of Cup drivers of all time
- Jimmie Johnson — As time passes, his accomplishments will be further revered.
- Richard Petty — He went from seven-time champion to cultural icon.
- Dale Earnhardt — The seven-time champion was particularly dominant from 1986-91.
Why is Dodge not in NASCAR?
Dodge has already announced that they’re looking into a return to NASCAR. Despite designing a Gen-6 car, Dodge stepped away from the sport after Brad Keselowski’s 2012 championship. The American automaker pulled its support, unable to find a flagship team to replace the departing Penske Racing.
When did Marcos Ambrose leave Team Penske Racing?
In March 2015, Ambrose took a temporary leave from DJR Team Penske in order to improve his practice with V8 Supercar racing, being replaced with Scott Pye. He returned for the three-round Pirtek Endurance Cup as Pye’s second driver, claiming an eighth finish at Surfers Paradise race 1. Ambrose did not return as a full-season driver in 2016.
When did Marcos Ambrose win his third V8 race?
With a new Falcon BA, Ambrose gave the Ford team a great start to the 2003 season with victory in the first race of the Clipsal 500. He followed this up with a third career win at Eastern Creek After 13 rounds in the 2003 V8 Supercar Series, Ambrose was presented with the driver’s series trophy, 102 points clear of second place.
Where did Marcos Ambrose go to high school?
Ambrose grew up in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia, the son of another racing driver, Ross Ambrose and was educated at Scotch Oakburn College. He began racing karts at the age of ten. He won four Tasmanian state junior karting titles and was the Australian karting champion in 1995 in the Clubman Heavy class at the Dubbo circuit in New South Wales.
When did Marcos Ambrose get fined for careless driving?
The late part of the season was highlighted by an altercation between Ambrose and Rick Kelly when Ambrose appeared to have brake-checked Kelly on purpose after a race at the Gold Coast; Ambrose was fined $10,000 for careless driving. Ambrose won the coveted Barry Sheene Medal in 2003 and 2004.