NASCAR TITLE SPONSOR (HUNTSVILLE) - Sprint Nextel Statement Regarding the Death of Bill France Jr.

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. ¯ JUNE 4, 2007 ¯ Statement from Dean Kessel, director of NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series marketing for Sprint Nextel, regarding the death of Bill France Jr.:

"It is with the passing of one of NASCAR's greatest icons that Sprint Nextel joins millions of fans in grieving today. Bill France Jr. orchestrated the transformation and fostered the growth of NASCAR to the heights it enjoys within the world of sports. He did so with passion and an uncanny business sense that put the interest of fans as utmost importance. That will forever be his legacy. Our thoughts and prayers are with Betty Jane, Brian, Lesa and the entire France and NASCAR families."