Gordon says he's done discussing back injury

[August 15, 2009]  BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) -- Jeff Gordon has made it clear: Even if his back isn't 100 percent after a hard hit earlier this week, he's done talking about it.

Speaking at Michigan International Speedway on Friday, Gordon admitted to a "couple of rough days." He then grew testy after a series of questions about how Monday's wreck at Watkins Glen affected a previously existing back ailment - a rare loss of composure for one of NASCAR's most calm and collected drivers.

Gordon wants Watkins Glen officials to take a fresh look at safety measures and noted that a focus on injuries to drivers' midsections might be needed within NASCAR.

[Associated Press]

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