It is always interesting to see drivers from different motorsports leagues come together. Over the years, several NASCAR drivers have publicly met with drivers from other competitions, creating some fan-favorite moments. However, when Jeff Gordon and World Rally Championship legend Marcus Gronholm got together, things got a bit extreme.

With 4 Cup Series championships and an amazing win percentage of 11.55%, Jeff Gordon is one of the most successful and well-respected athletes to have ever competed in the sport. A year after winning his 4th championship in 2001, Gordon shared a cockpit with the former World Rally Championship winner, but did have a smooth sailing.

Jeff Gordon was jubilant despite scary moment in rally car

Marcus Gronholm is one of the greatest motorsports athletes in the world. The two-time champion dominated the World Rally Championship landscape in the 2000s, winning 30 rallies in 8 years. He won the title in 2000 and 2002. It was at the 2002 Race of Champions on November 29 that Gronholm and Jeff Gordon got together for a ride in the former’s rally car.

The two drivers seemed to having a field day with the 4-time Cup Series champion yelping and cheering as the WRC champion navigated his car around the bumpy track. However, it was not long before a scary incident unfolded. Rick Hendrick probably would have had his heart in his mouth at that point in time.

Marcus Gronholm is not someone who is known for making mistakes but on that day, he was not able to get everything right. The 2-time WRC champion clipped a turn wrong which saw the rally car lose its balance and flip 3 times. Gordon was seen closing his arms in order to protect himself but as the car stopped, he was laughing about it.

Watch This Story: Richard Petty’s Long-Term Ally Takes His Final Drive to Heaven

“How much did this car cost?” the 4-time Cup Series champion asked as he confirmed that he was fine. He then got out of the car and after being checked by the officials, the NASCAR legend jumped up in the air in a jubilant manner. It is no surprise that he thoroughly enjoyed his ride in the rally car.

Gordon is not one who has shied away from trying out different types of motorsports. The 4-time Cup Series champion had even tried his hand at Formula One and might have joined the sport with one of the most legendary F1 teams of all time.

When a NASCAR legend came awfully close to joining Formula One

Trending

NASCAR Rumor: Kyle Busch Could Fulfill Shattered Indy 500 Dream as ‘Chase Elliott 2.0’ Triggers Controversial Fallout

April 30, 2024 04:32 AM EDT

“I’m Frustrated”- Despite $400 Million Net Worth Tag, Dale Earnhardt Jr Reveals His Only “Cheaper” NASCAR Miss

May 01, 2024 10:32 AM EDT

Joe Gibbs Racing Warn Rick Hendrick Camp Against Underestimating Desperate Underdogs

April 30, 2024 10:48 PM EDT

Next-Gen Stats Sell Out Richard Childress’ Disgruntled Grandson as Riled Up Fans Beg to Preserve Dale Earnhardt’s Legacy

April 30, 2024 07:55 AM EDT

Former JGR Veteran Turns the Tide on Fans Questioning Hailie Deegan’s Talent With Stern Warning for the 22-Yo Xfinity Star

April 28, 2024 05:33 AM EDT

Get instantly notified of the hottest NASCAR stories via Google! Click on Follow Us and Tap the Blue Star.

Follow Us

On June 11, 2003, Jeff Gordon and Juan Pablo Montoya swapped their cars at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Montoya was a part of the 9-time Constructor’s Championship winning team, Williams. While it took some time for the 4-time Cup Series champion to get used to the car, he seemed to get the hang of it as he ran it more.

There were serious discussions of Gordon joining Williams as a driver. According to The Race, the 4-time Cup Series champion revealed his discussions with then-Williams boss, Sir Frank Williams.

“I sat down with Frank, I think he came to Indianapolis after that test for the actual race. I went and sat down and had coffee with them and we talked about it. It might have been a similar kind of probe. It really never got serious or went anywhere, and I really at that time didn’t expect it to because I was so established in NASCAR,” Gordon said.

It really is fascinating that Jeff Gordon had the chance to race in the most popular motorsports competition in the world for one of the most successful teams. Do you think he would have been successful in F1? Let us know your thoughts.

“It’s Like Going to the Moon”- Richard Petty Relives 1959’s First Daytona Rodeo as a 21-YO Rookie