NASCAR's Parsons faces lung cancer (The Philadelphia Inquirer)

Benny Parsons, chosen as one of NASCAR's 50 greatest drivers in 1998 and a respected commentator who has brought wit and wisdom to the broadcast booth, revealed yesterday that he has lung cancer. Parsons, who turned 65 earlier this month, will begin chemotherapy and radiation treatment. He plans to continue his work as a television analyst for NBC's and TNT's coverage of Nextel Cup Racing, along with hosting his Fast Talk With Benny Parsons radio show on the Performance Racing Network. "Needless ...