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Hamilton had been proficient in supermodified racing, as a frequent winner in various supermodified races, usually held in the northern areas of the United States.


ACCIDENT

He retired from the cockpit in 2001 after a serious crash at Texas Motor Speedway . Hamilton has undergone 21 operations to reconstruct his feet. He began standing after five months, and spent one year in a wheelchair. 1


LIFE AFTER RETIREMENT

Hamilton became the color commentator for Indianapolis Motor Speedway Radio Network broadcasts. He later began driving the 2-seater IndyCar, which gives rides to VIPs and celebrities at IndyCar Series races.

Hamilton partnered with the new American Speed Association , partnering with ASA owner Dennis Huth, to form a new late model stock car tour in the West Coast for 2007, shortly after NASCAR terminated the popular AutoZone Elite division, which includes the popular Southwest series.

Hamilton also owns his own racing team, "Davey Hamilton Apex Racing." This team consists of two winged sprint drivers: his father Ken Hamilton and friend Mike Cullum. Also on the team is Davey's Son DJ who races Outlaw Karts and Go Karts. Mike's daughter Jenna rounds out the team and she drives Outlaw Karts.


RETURN TO RACING

Hamilton returned to IndyCars for the 2007 Indianapolis 500 , driving for Vision Racing . Qualifying 20th, Hamilton placed 9th after the race was ended early on lap 166 due to rain.


CAREER RESULTS


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