The people here have a tremendous interest in team roping, barrel racing and the youth rodeo.

One of reasons why we're racing in Mexico is to generate interest among Hispanics here at home. The race will be carried on national TV (Fox) and a lot of Hispanic fans will be tuned in back here.

It was terrible, and at one point we thought he would have to chose between his health and racing, and it was very tough for Scott.

It's been great for raising racing awareness. We've had a lot of interest from people who have moved to the area, but didn't know where to go to watch racing.

We want to tell people, 'Here's a place for you to do your stuff.' We want it open, not just for people here, but everywhere. We are non-profit. We want it to be affordable and available.

I first participated in the Dakar Rally 18 years ago. Racing cars was my interest and I was lucky to get a breakthrough. My first race was in 1987 and since then I have taken part every year. It is a very difficult race.