Ed Higginbotham
Ed Higginbotham Associate Editor
11/2/16 12:11 p.m.
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Jim Downing has yet another award to add to his shelf: the Spirit of Mazda Award. After spending more than 50 years as a both pro driver and an innovator, Mazda is honoring Jim Downing with their special recognition. Downing has been associated with the brand for decades and at nearly every level, from club racing up to Daytona and …

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MadScientistMatt
MadScientistMatt PowerDork
11/2/16 12:49 p.m.

I didn't know this award existed, but now that I know, Mr. Downing is the obvious racer to hand it to.

David S. Wallens
David S. Wallens Editorial Director
11/2/16 7:37 p.m.
MadScientistMatt wrote: I didn't know this award existed, but now that I know, Mr. Downing is the obvious racer to hand it to.

Agreed. They should just name the award after him, too.

One more reason why Mr. Downing rules:

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Yes, that's a GRM sticker on his wing endplate.

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