Ben Spies is single and looking for the ideal partner, according to his Mom.
Perhaps in a story more suited to the gossip sections of the Daily Mail, in an interview with Spies' Official Italian fan club Mary revealed that her son is single and perhaps opening the floodgates to thousands of potential suitors, discussed the type of girl the Factory Yamaha rider prefers.
When questioned on his ideal characteristics of his ideal woman, Mom answered: "He likes happy people. And above all, independent. Not the ones you stick on him and depend on all the sports like women who like swimming, cycling, who have interests, hobbies."
For Ben, Mary believes that it is not about whether the girl is a blonde or brunette, has big breasts and a nice derrière, it's all down to the personality.
The prospective ladies can watch the above video to gain some insight in to the Texas Terror and you'll be glad to know that along with his success on the track he is also a home owner. You know where to find him…