#40-Sterling Marlin became a grandfather at 6:14pm/et Sunday following the Carolina Dodge Dealers 400 at Darlington Raceway. Marlin’s son, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Steadman Marlin and his wife, Mandy, gave birth to Stirlin Blaise Marlin at at Williamson County Hospital Tennessee. The baby weighed in at 9 lbs 3 oz and is 21 ÃÂý inches long. “Paula and I are very excited,” Sterling said. “The baby is a healthy and beautiful baby boy! I have been looking forward to this and I am glad the day is finally here.”(ThatsRacin.com)(3-22-2004)