have heard NOTHING about a Cup, Busch or Truck ride for Ward Burton, but this is posted on his website [wardburton.com]: Initial planning for a new TV outdoor show is underway – Ward is working with writer/producer Jason Thomas whose book on the life of Doris Duke, Too Rich, was made into the CBS miniseries Too Rich. The show will be an opportunity for Ward to share his love of nature with viewers of all ages.(1-19-2005)
AND Jeff Burton’s comments on brother Ward not having a ride: “Ward doesn’t have a lot going on at the Cup level, and there’s really nothing out there right now,” Burton said. “Until some changes start happening – and things will start happening – there won’t be a whole lot for him, unfortunately. But certainly he’ll be on the top of the list when changes do start happening.”(Winston Salem Journal)
AND II Jeff Burton said his brother, Ward, does not have any firm racing plans for this season. “He’s a capable driver,” Burton says. “Unfortunately, he’s gotten caught up in the fact that people want to hire 12-year-olds.”(USA Today/AP)(1-20-2005)
