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NASCAR WCUP: Labonte Surprises Son in Victory Circle

29 February 2000

Posted By Terry Callahan
Motorsports Editor, The Auto Channel
(Huntersville, NC)--Bobby Labonte celebrated his 13th career NASCAR Winston Cup win in victory circle at North Carolina Speedway with son, Tyler on his lap and Joe Gibbs Racings new associate sponsor, International Home Foods (IHF), makers of the Chef Boyardee line of products.

While Tyler was happy his dad won the race, he was even more elated to learn that one of his favorite food products, Chef Boyardee had helped him get to victory lane.

"Its great to have Chef Boyardee on this year as an associate sponsor for Joe Gibbs Racing," said Labonte. "Everyone is excited about their involvement, especially my son Tyler. He didnt even want to wear anyone elses hat after the race."

Text provided by Cheryl Steele

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