Junior Johnson was in the spotlight at Martinsville Speedway many times as a driver and car owner. Hell be back in that spotlight on October 27, but in a different role. Johnson, a charter member of the NASCAR Hall of Fame and winner of 50 Sprint Cup races, will be the grand marshal for the Goodys Headache Relief Shot 500 Powered by Kroger. ‘I really enjoy doing things like this’ said Johnson, who will give the famous ‘drivers start your engines” command from the start-finish line. ‘Its an honor for me. When something gives you so much like racing did for me, you have to give back.” The legendary driver, who went on to be one of the most successful car owners in NASCAR history, said he couldnt think of a better place than Martinsville to be grand marshal.( Martinsville Speedway )
