Bristol Motor Speedway President Jeff Byrd dead

Statement from Martinsville Speedway President W. Clay Campbell on the passing of Bristol Motor Speedway President Jeff Byrd:

"I'm saddened at the loss our good friend Jeff Byrd. I've known Jeff well going back to his days with R.J. Reynolds and Winston. He had such a passion for this business back then and was determined to help take our sport to another level. That determination carried over to his leadership at Bristol Motor Speedway. He was a guy that was just always a pleasure to be around. He had that kind of personality. He will be missed but not forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family."

Michael P. Printup, President of Watkins Glen International Statement Regarding the Passing of Jeff Byrd, President of Bristol Motor Speedway

“I am truly saddened by the news that Jeff Byrd passed away earlier today. He was not only a good person and great leader of Bristol Motor Speedway but also a well-respected member of the motorsports community. On behalf of the entire team at Watkins Glen International, I would like to extend our most sincere condolences and blessings to the Byrd Family."