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Ask Mark Martin about his team owner, Jack Roush, and you'll uncover a deep feeling of respect and admiration.
Their bond formed more than 15 years ago. Roush, then a 40-something former Ford engineer, wanted to expand his racing pursuits to NASCAR and needed a hungry, yet savvy, stock car driver to share his dream.
Martin, a four-time American Speed Association champ, first tried his hand at Winston Cup racing at 22 but had never secured a full-time ride in the series. Roush gave him the first legitimate chance to showcase his talent.
"Jack identifies with people who want it really bad and are willing to work really, really hard and really ...