Kyle Busch, Greg Biffle and other NASCAR drivers and team owners visited soldiers Thursday at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. They walked through the hospital wards and talked with the wounded, signed autographs, posed for pictures, and for Biffle, gained perspective. “Everytime I come here, it’s a pretty overwhelming experience,” said Biffle, the winner last week at New Hampshire. “This is my fifth year in a row coming. To see the dedication that these men and women have that have served our country and continue to serve our country, it makes you feel pretty small. Compared to what they have done and what they do for us … its a pretty grounding experience, I think, for all of us.” Busch, whose #18 car was on display at the hospital, said it was an honor to visit the men and women who allow drivers to perform on Sundays. “It’s a great event that we are able to come out here and see them and put some smiles on their faces,” he said. “And see that they are not only ready to get back at it, but they are disappointed they are not where they want to be.” Following the tour of the hospital, Biffle, Busch, and other drivers including Ryan Newman and Scott Riggs signed autographs before a dinner event.(http://espn.go.com/racing/nascar/nascar/cup/news/story?id=3596662)(9-19-2008)
