Fame
If you are a successful NASCAR racer, you will be invited to do the talk show circuit. You will sing with Jimmy Kimmel, your personal escapades will be splashed on the covers of People and the TMZ website, and you can heart to hearts with Dr. Phil on his show about what it’s like to put your life on the line every day as a driver.
If you’re Jeff Gordon, or Dale Earnhardt Jr. you may not get recognized dining at The Palm, but you’re sure to attract some attention at the hot dog line at Costco. NASCAR races are broadcast in over 150 countries and are second only to the NFL for topping sports ratings – so lots of people will be watching you either win or get your butt kicked from here to kingdom come on the tube and in person at the track.
Danica Patrick’s more famous for her Go Daddy ads than her driving times, however, that won’t stop hundreds of little girls from growing up wanting to be just like her.