A Heartbreaking Loss in the NASCAR Community
A tragic plane crash has shaken the NASCAR world. Seven lives were lost when a Cessna C550 jet went down at the Statesville Regional Airport. Among the victims were:
- Greg Biffle, former NASCAR driver
- Cristina Biffle, his wife
- Emma Biffle, their 14-year-old daughter
- Ryder Biffle, their 4-year-old son
- Dennis Dutton and his son Jack
- Craig Wadsworth, longtime NASCAR employee
Families Express Deep Sorrow
The families of the victims released a joint statement expressing their deep sorrow. They described:
- Greg and Cristina as loving parents and active philanthropists.
- Emma as a kind and wonderful person.
- Ryder as a joyful and curious child.
- Dennis and Jack Dutton and Craig Wadsworth as beloved members of the NASCAR community.
Craig Wadsworth's Impact
Craig Wadsworth, a longtime NASCAR employee, was a friend of Greg Biffle. He had helped Greg with various tasks, including delivering supplies after Hurricane Helene. Rep. Richard Hudson also expressed his condolences, highlighting Greg's impact both on and off the track.
Greg Biffle's Racing Career
Greg Biffle, known as "The Biff," had a successful racing career. He:
- Won the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series championship in 2000.
- Won the NASCAR Xfinity Series championship in 2002.
- Was the first driver to win championships in both series.
- Won 54 races throughout his career.
- Was named one of NASCAR’s 75 Greatest Drivers.
Personal Life
Greg and Cristina got married in January 2023. They had two children together, Ryder and Emma from Greg's previous marriage. The loss of these seven individuals has left a profound void in the lives of their loved ones and the NASCAR community.
