This was the 27-year-old's first post-race news conference as a top-three finisher in one of NASCAR's national events. Dressed in a mostly plain, nearly all-black fire suit Sieg stood next to race runner-up and points leader Regan Smith, whose custom-made JR Motorsports drivers suit was crowded with colorful patches and who looked much more comfortable on stage -- although not nearly as excited or awestruck. As for his team, "they were extremely excited," Sieg said, recalling the final feet to the checkered flag. Some NASCAR fans may not be familiar with Sieg, whose crew chief's first name is "Cowboy" (Starland) and whose one-high school hometown of Tucker (Georgia) is known for being the headquarters of "The Big Green Egg" barbecue.
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