The key to winning a race is not limited to just the driver and the car. Motorsports fans and fans know that it is a team sport and every role is important. We just focus more on the strategists, tires or fuel etc., and often forget about the smaller roles that actually play a much bigger role, like the window guy, who attracts the fans’ attention. ao racing. And Jalops, I’m inspired. I want that role, and so, I am offering my services for the next upcoming endurance race.
Teams, let me be your window girl.
For me, there is nothing more magical than being a part of a 24-hour race. Except maybe meeting a unicorn. I would love to be a driver with a capital D, but alas, my track experience is limited, even if it does include a short stint in an Indy car. And that ride came at a heavy price for removing excessively waxy earbuds from people’s ears and cleaning helmets for 10+ hours. It was gross.
I have experience working as part of a more professional team’s crew, having briefly handled tire runs for the #14 Weiser Sullivan Lexus during the 2025 Rolex 24 at Daytona. It was a short overnight shift that provided a taste of the excitement of being part of a team to race, but it wasn’t the full experience. Call me selfish, but I’d like to do more. I can do Do more.
My race day abilities and experiences continued
Listen, I maintain my vehicles myself; Oil changes, tire rotations, some good repairs if necessary. I have rebuilt the carburetor. I’m no stranger to big projects, and can accept when I have to step away. And I have handled cleaning windows and cars not only at home, but also as a professional. I can handle a window.
What I may need to work on is the physical aspect. Monsieur Window Guy really set the bar high with his ability to jump and slide across the hood and address the windows. To make this a reality I will devote myself to athletic training. This will be my “Rocky”.
Given that this story will be published shortly before the 24 Hours of Spa, this is not enough time to send me abroad, so I believe this will give me several months to train for the next big 24 Hour sports car race, the Rolex, in January 2027. Call it a test for Le Mans? I’m also ready for pre-training tests, maybe Petit Le Mans?
I’m ready to be more than just a window gal. Put me to work guys. I mean, I’ve worked 24 hours a day as a journalist, but now it’s time to get back to work. I am also happy to offer my storytelling services.
Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ll have to get some training while you consider my brief proposal.
