Twenty questions is a new segment for the UPS Racing Web site that provides more insight to the personnel associated with the UPS Racing Team. Most fans already know the back story for a number of key players but Twenty Questions provides a little more insight to the individual and their likes/dislikes away from the race track.
Bill Pappas made the transition from open-wheel racing to NASCAR when he joined Michael Waltrip Racing as the crew chief for Dale Jarrett's final races as the driver of the UPS Toyota. He now looks to add to his impressive resume with success in NASCAR.
What activities do you enjoy away from the race track?
Spending time with my family.
What kind of music do you like?
I like a little of everything. I like everything from Frank Sinatra to what plays today.
Who is your favorite musical artist?
The Beatles
What is your favorite color?
Red
Did you attend college and if so, where?
Yes, I attended Purdue.
What is your guilty pleasure food?
There isn't any one thing. I just like to eat.
What is your favorite holiday and why?
Christmas because it's good family time.
How did you meet your wife?
We met at a restaurant.
What is your favorite movie?
Patton
What is your favorite TV show?
Two and a Half Men
Who is your favorite actress?
Charlize Theron
Who is your favorite actor?
Kevin Costner
Aside from auto racing, what is your favorite sport?
I'd have to say football.
Which sports team is your favorite?
I have two - the Chicago Cubs and the Indianapolis Colts.
If you could be an Olympic athlete in which sport would you compete?
Decathlon
Where is your favorite vacation location?
St. Maarten
Do you have a favorite childhood memory?
I have good Christmas memories but my favorite memories are during the month of May and being at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Indy 500 activities.
Outside of your racing career, what has been the proudest moment of your life?
My kids' high school graduations and my daughter winning the state championship in basketball.
If you weren't working in racing, you would be . . .
I would probably be coaching football or basketball or something like that.
What is something that most people don't know about you?
I played basketball at Purdue after walking onto the basketball team.
