Founded in 1965, the NMPA Hall of Fame and museum is located on the grounds of nearby Darlington Raceway. Yates "My dad is hanging tough. It took 20 days for Nadeau to regain full consciousness and begin to speak again, and four more before he was transferred to Charlotte Institute of Rehabilitation to begin physical, occupational and speech therapy. 2023 NASCAR Cup Series ROTY Contenders No. Waltrip recalled a conversation with Petty that made him think about changing his ways. Ard, a native of Scranton, South Carolina, set many records after joining the Busch Grand National Series of NASCAR in 1982 at the age of 43. Would I have gone to heaven? Bodine began to rethink why he was still trying to race at the Sprint Cup level at the age of 63 after he suffered a lifetime of hard hits to his head, including a concussion from a spectacular Truck Series crash at Daytona International Speedway in 2000 that almost cost him his life. "He put nothing off-limits and encouraged the people to speak honestly," says Garner. Bodine, who hasn't run full-time since 1999, has run part-time since his injury in the then NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Daytona opener in 2000. "I even got knocked out in high school football, so my head injuries started a long time ago. Wright Pond said his brother still is battling cancer in other parts of his body. He recalls being the fastest thing on site at Richmond International Raceway that day during practice. (Foyt Racing)(11-13-2014), Bill Elliott sells land for housing project: A developer plans to build 300 upscale single-family homes in Cumming (GA) on 143 acres purchased from NASCAR champion Bill Elliott. Foyt IV was the Best Man. The NASCAR Hall of Famer said he was able to participate in last weekend's festivities at Darlington Raceway without restriction, joining the NBC Sports booth to broadcast a portion of Sunday's Bojangles' Southern 500. "Rusty is without a doubt our best promoter," said Iowa Speedway President and co-owner Stan Clement. Martin, 57, is one of five drivers who will be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2017. Darrell Waltrip (born February 5, 1947) is a retired NASCAR driver and commentator for Fox Sports. I'm going to have to knock a lot cobwebs off but I got the passion for it." Articles copied from Draft Namespace on Wikipedia could be seen on the Draft Namespace of Wikipedia and not main one. (from NASCAR writer Tom Higgins)(7-1-2014), Sterling Marlin back racing: Sterling Marlin, winner of back-to-back Daytona 500s in 1994 & 1995, has committed to racing in the Howie Lettow 150, ARCA Midwest Tour vice president Steve Einhaus said. She has established herself as one of the hottest racing drivers, as well as one of the hottest female athletes in general. (NASCAR.com)(7-14-2015) I made a page back in 1997 with some notes and images of the #47 Jayski.com Ford at Jayski's Talladega Experience page. Wallace is going to test with the team at the Circuit of Americas in Austin, Texas to get acclimated to the car and the crew before arriving at Daytona International Speedway. Darlington and the NASCAR Hall of Fame are partnering on a special ticket offer for fans, which will include an exclusive meet-and-greet and autograph session with the NASCAR legend and hometown hero from Timmonsville, S.C. For $59, each fan will receive a ticket in the Pearson grandstand for the Bojangles' Southern 500, a ticket to the NASCAR Hall of Fame (redeemable throughout the season), a 2012 Hall of Fame Yearbook and the opportunity to get up-close-and-personal with Yarborough on race day. All statistics used in these tables are as of the end of the 2022 Bank of America Roval 400. The package is a savings of $36 if individual tickets were purchased for each venue separately. It was definitely one of those things where it was time for me to hang it up because like the doctors said, they didn't know if you can take two more or one more hit for you to might not ever be normal again." The following is a list of drivers who are currently competing in a series sanctioned by the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR). Nadeau has also been keeping his hand in racing in a way that might be somewhat surprising to his fans. The Batesville, Arkansas, native competed in NASCAR for more than three decades. "I'm in favor of giving back to our sport," said Jimmie Johnson, six-time Sprint Cup champion. ( Statesville Record & Landmark )(8-22-2012), Rusty to be honored on #2 Dodge: The featured tag line on the rear bumper of the #2 Miller Lite Dodge of Brad Keselowski this weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway will read "Inductee Rusty Wallace." His plans are more far-reaching than that. SunBelt paid Elliott, a NASCAR hall of famer, $4.2 million for the land. The authorized biography, "Jeff Gordon: His Dream, Drive & Destiny" is being written by Joe Garner, the five-time New York Times bestselling author of such popular hardcover collections as "And The Crowd Goes Wild" and "100 Yards of Glory." "(NBC Sports)(11-7-2016), Jeff Burton and Rick Mast Visit Lexington: South Boston's own NASCAR veteran Jeff Burton and fellow former driver Rick Mast were in Lexington this morning for the opening of Ollie's bargain outlet. Admission to the Meet & Greet with Bobby Allison is free (donations welcome), and limited on-site parking is available. (JD Motorsports)(4-8-2014), Bud Moore recovering: NASCAR Hall of Famer Bud Moore suffered a mild heart attack over the weekend and is recovering in a hospital near his home in Spartanburg, S.C. "He had a procedure done and is doing fine. Rudd was also the 1992 titlist in the International Race of Champions series. He has since retired from racing. He adds that he'd rather have broken every bone in his body at once than have his mind altered. But there are drivers in all series who struggle to survive competitively, which means they also struggle to survive financially. He will be in the hospital a few days and is expected to be released later this week," said Winston Kelley, executive director of the NASCAR Hall. Anchor Allison Latos found a new lawsuit against former driver Greg Biffle. "Handsome" Harry won 18 races in his 15-year Cup career, including four races in a row in September 1991, plus two more in the then-Busch Series, to earn another nickname, "Mr. Jeff Gordon's Children's Foundation that helps fight pediatric cancer is one of the local non-profits eager to help the cause. For services and visitation info or leave a comment at the blog set up by Billy's family, go to: Billy's Battle, a site for posting and sharing information for Billy Standridge. (RCR)(5-17-2012), Jimmy Spencer to retire, move back to PA: Jimmy Spencer, a former NASCAR driver and current television personality who goes by the nickname "Mr. In 1984, Earnhardt rejoined Childress, and they would go on to win 66 races and six championships. The Standridge decal was carried on the C post of JDM Chevrolet's driven by #01-Landon Cassill who finished 12th, #4-Jeffrey Earnhardt (20th) and #87-Kevin Lepage (19th) at Darlington and will run in other races this year. David Pearson, NASCAR. (Charlotte Observer)(11-8-2013), 79-year-old Hylton says good bye to racing: James Hylton gingerly climbed out of his #48 car after an ARCA test at Kansas Speedway on Friday, and nobody could blame him for moving a little bit slower than his competitors. Wallace finished 23rd in the May race at Iowa. "Those 50 laps wore me down," Mast says, "so I knew I was done. His son works for Major League Baseball, and his twin daughters attend James Madison University and the University of Virginia, respectively. Gant and his family will be in attendance. The Clint Eastwood movie Grand Torino brought these vehicle to a younger audience, building more appreciation for this sleeper among collectible Fords. NOTE: do NOT have any email addresses "It's called Parkinsonism. Jared Landers will team with late model dirt-race legend Scott Bloomquist, with both drivers competing for the Lucas Oil Late Model Championship in 2015. The project will get under way in October. Kevin Harvick 6. Carl is a former professional stock car racing driver, best known for winning the 2007 NASCAR Busch Series championship. This was totally out of the box for me. Wallace still believes in NASCAR's popularity. Excitement," has never backed down from speaking his mind. I feel privileged to be a part of it." He raced professionally from 1977 to 2013, completing 882 races in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Larry Foyt, the team director and Foyt's youngest son, says his father is doing "really well," though doctors have not said when the elder Foyt might be released. Not only is he known for his accomplishments during his prime, but also in retirement as well. for any retired drivers.any links known of are posted, News on retired drivers, legends and deceased legends and tributes, Bobby Labonte to race for NASCAR Whelen Euro Series title: The NASCAR Whelen Euro Series is about to get some American flavor. (1-8-2014), Darrell Waltrip opens Buick GMC: Darrell Waltrip Automotive opened its new $14 million, 28,000-square-foot Buick GMC showroom and service center on Thursday to add to the 30-acre auto campus along Highway 96 in Franklin, TN. Foyt has been released from a Houston hospital more than three weeks after triple-bypass heart surgery. All statistics used in these tables are as of the end of the 2022 General Tire Delivers 200 (Race 10/20). He had consulted with several doctors before agreeing to the most recent surgery. (NBCSports)(7-7-2015), Dick Trickle Memorial emerging: The beginnings of the Dick Trickle Memorial at the Rudolph Community Park (Wisconsin) are slowly beginning to emerge from the grassy field, thanks to the hard work of those dedicated to preserving the racing legend's memory. Sharon is a track where we have raced a lot through the years and we are ready to tackle the competition." UPDATE: Jerry Nadeau still draws an imaginary line down the middle of his body to describe the accident that changed his life 10 years ago this week. Foyt in hospital: A.J. Pulling off a Friday-through-Sunday tripleheader is a trickier proposition. He finished second overall in the standings five separate times, including his first in 1990, and developed a reputation as the "best driver to never win a championship." Martin took part in 882 races over his 31-year Cup career, winning 40 and . NASCAR drivers help actor Idris Elba uncover the world of NASCAR racing in an episode of the BBC America original docu-series, Idris Elba: King of Speed. GPS and video-overlay technology is also used to map out racing lines and to make comparisons to our professional instructors. Hornaday, winner of a series-best 51 victories in NASCAR's Camping World Truck Series, is more hands-on these days, building dirt Modifieds for grandson Slater Blickensderfer and teammate Billy Workman Jr. as well as several other competitors. Loretta Sides Shore, who owns Shore's Nursery, said Monday that she was the buyer of the house and 150-acre farm at the Aug. 7 auction. The 74-year-old Baker won 19 races in what is now the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, including the 1980 Daytona 500. Michael Waltrip will replace his brother Darrell in the booth for the Sprint Unlimited. "I was doing it for the fun of it. "I'm right with The Man Upstairs," Baker said Saturday when I [Tom Higgins] visited him along with Humpy Wheeler and Waddell Wilson at the Baker home on the western shore of Lake Norman near Terrell. Moving on to go-karts capable of speeds topping 100 mph as he got older just solidified the mindset. For a list of active NASCAR drivers, see List of NASCAR drivers. The overall Spirit Award for 2016 will be announced in January. Drivers who will compete in all 2022 ARCA Menards Series races. Jarrett, 17, played third base for the Hickory High (N.C.) Red Tornadoes for coach David Craft, and was a prep teammate of current 49er Tyler Barnette. "I don't want that word associated with me. "I'm retired," the 62-year-old NASCAR Hall of Famer emphatically told NASCAR.com. He competed in 29 events and was in the top 5 at the finish 20 times and finished in the top ten 23 times with four wins to his credit. The Hall of Fame driver and current ESPN analyst will be wearing a firesuit with the original Miller Lite logo during the test. Off the track, Gordon' philanthropic efforts supported pediatric cancer research, treatment and patient support programs through the Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation and the Jeff Gordon Children's Hospital in Concord. Allison's appearance at the Elmhurst Historical Museum was made possible by the Lorenzen family, and Tawzer added that Allison has been highly supportive of the On the Road to Glory exhibit from its inception. "It's great- love it I do. (Autoweek)(7-28-2015), Buddy Baker has lung cancer; retiring from SiriusXM: Buddy Baker, whose storytelling and friendly demeanor made him a fan favorite, announced Tuesday night that a "huge tumor" in his lung is inoperable and he is leaving his role as a co-host of SirusXM NASCAR Radio, effective immediately. (4-12-2014) It was about 10 years ago that I was sitting in victory lane here with my dad." Carl Edwards is scheduled to make a cameo appearance on USA Network's Royal Pains, Tuesday, July 15 at 9:00pm/et. He went on to form World Karting Endurance at Charlotte Motor Speedway, and has done some driver coaching, but never raced again in NASCAR. "The team did great and I learned a ton. "He did the best of anybody from our area by far, and I just think it's the right thing to do, and I think it's the right thing to do for Rudolph itself." Johnson initially listed the house for $6 million and the price was dropped to just less than $5 million. (Charlotte Observer)(4-8-2014), Memorial planned for Dick Trickle: Green Bay has Earl Louis "Curly" Lambeau and Vince Lombardi; Madison has speedskater Eric Heiden. Brad Keselowski makes second guest appearance on TBS' Sullivan & Son, July 15th at 10:00pm/et. 1992 Petty retired in 1992, having raced in 1,184 NASCAR events, winning 200 of them. He continues to have therapy on both his leg and arm and progresses each day. However the oldest part time NASCAR Driver is Boris Said at 59 years old. (NMPA)(11-24-2016), Mark Martin Selling North Carolina Lakeside Home: Retired professional stock car racer Mark Martin has put his lakeside mansion in North Carolina on the market for $2.55 million. He also was a participant in the State Games after an All-Northwestern Conference season and a second-round appearance in the state playoffs. The Waltrips started going to church together, and he said his life changed for the better. (NBC Sports)(11-27-2016), Mark Martin elected to NMPA Hall of Fame: Mark Martin, winner of 40 NASCAR premier series races and a runner-up in the championship battle on five occasions, has been selected for induction into the National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame. Wallace made his debut on the top circuit in 1980 in a Roger Penske-owned car and joined the series full-time in 1984. He led the final 138 laps. "I went this year to one of the greatest weekends in racing, the Chili Bowl," Nadeau said. At the end of the season, he was the points champion. It was strange coming here because I am so used to coming here with dad and watching him race. (Racing Experts)(10-18-2012) Pat McCrory surprised NASCAR champion and North Carolina resident Jeff Gordon by awarding him with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the highest award the governor can bestow, according to a news release from the governor's office. The best NASCAR drivers of all time 15. Next: Top 10 NASCAR drivers of all-time With a rich history that includes two Pettys, an Earnhardt, an Allison and a Wallace plus 74 wins for a legendary IndyCar and NASCAR owner named. "I got divorced, had to sell my house and had to start over again. His racing fix also included attending one of dirt track racing's most competitive events. All statistics used in these tables are as of the end of the 2019 Icebreaker 150 (Race 3/16). He has made a name for himself after becoming the NASCAR 2007 Busch Series Champion until suddenly retiring in 2017. "I hope that I can run strong in it and hopefully win but I'm realistic too," Wallace said. "Mooresville, is the absolute center of the sport of auto racing and the home of many of its famous personalities. I don't know if the injury had anything to do with it, but I'm just not interested in doing anything. (NBC Sports)(5-7-2016), Jeff Gordon publishing first authorized biography: Jeff Gordon, four-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and current FOX NASCAR broadcast analyst, is publishing his first-ever authorized biography in October. Spokeswoman Anne Fornoro says Foyt was released from Baylor-St. Luke's Medical Center on Tuesday and is recovering at home. He and his family will move to Charlotte in June, where they have already bought a house and will become neighbors to such NASCAR notables as team owners Rick Hendrick and Felix Sabates. I'm not retiring from life. This is going to be a lot of fun, yet there is also a business component too. UPDATE The three cars entered by the JD Motorsports with Gary Keller team in Friday's VFW Sport Clips Help A Hero 200 Nationwide Series race at Darlington Raceway will carry a decal honoring former NASCAR driver and team owner Billy Standridge. He played himself and got into a fender bender with character Ok Cha (Jodi Long) when attempting to parallel park. "Having Rusty Wallace on board to celebrate the original light beer and our rich tradition with NASCAR is something our fans are excited about. 1. While he may not have reached victory lane in the Sprint Cup series, Wallace played a vital role in several of its most memorable finishes, including pushing the late Dale Earnhardt to his final NASCAR victory at Talladega in 2000. Nadeau has also kept his driving skills sharp in a unique way, by helping young drivers handle the challenges of being newbies behind the wheel. NASCAR Camping World Truck Series drivers, NASCAR Whelen Euro Series EuroNASCAR PRO Division drivers, NASCAR Whelen Euro Series EuroNASCAR 2 Division drivers, Learn how and when to remove this template message, National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, NASCAR Xfinity Series at Charlotte (fall race), List of all-time NASCAR Cup Series winners, D-BOX eNASCAR International iRacing Series, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_NASCAR_drivers&oldid=1142715773, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Driver is not eligible for championship points, This page was last edited on 4 March 2023, at 00:20. "He put everything into that race team, and we ran full-schedule Busch (now Nationwide) racing out of that shop with just a few people and a lot of hard work. Bobby was introduced to the crowd by Hampton Mayor Steve Hutchison, who spoke of some of Allison's many accomplishments in racing, including the 1983 Winston Cup Grand National Championship, 84 career victories and three Daytona 500 wins in 1978, 1982 and 1988. In addition to his work on the track and with teen drivers, Nadeau has also been focused on reaching out to others who have suffered a traumatic brain injury. Foyt Is Recovering from Hip Replacement Surgery: Motorsportss Legend and 1971 Daytona 500 winner A.J. In 2012, the Green Grandstand was renamed the Bodine Grandstand in recognition of contributions to The Glen by Geoff and younger brothers Todd and Brett. Although his heart surgery was successful, Foyt developed serious complications with his lungs. He had missed two races (Alabama and Long Beach, Calif.) prior to that surgery as well as the one in Sao Paulo, Brazil immediately after it. The N.C. Auto Racing Hall of Fame celebrates its 20th year, honoring the finest drivers in all of motorsports and the Walk of Fame expands its role for the fifth year." "Dale Jr.'s situation kind of pushed me into making this decision," he said. This year, the proceeds from the event will benefit Habitat for Humanity. See the Fred Lorenzen tribute car, an exact replica of Lorenzen's #28 1964 Ford Galaxie, on opening weekend, Feb. 1-3 from 1-5 p.m. and on Museum Day (May 19). 5 NASCAR Drivers Who Should Have Retired EARLIER 59,600 views Mar 16, 2021 1.4K Dislike Share Save The Iceberg 53.5K subscribers A few weeks ago I talked about NASCAR drivers that I. "In three weeks I will be 60 years old and I do struggle with memory loss, with things in my brain I know probably came from some of those concussions, that's what I've been told," said Jarrett, who retired from racing in 2008. home/office addresses, phone numbers While Wallace knows every inch of the 2.5-mile tri-oval from his NASCAR competition, he only competed once on the 3.56-mile road course when he made his lone Rolex 24 At Daytona start in 2006. World Finals were held in the Coppa Shell and Trofeo Pirelli competitions, with two 35-minute races. The Miller Lite Ford Fusion will also feature a commemorative white Miller Lite paint scheme for the "Great American Race". "This means a ton to me. On the Road to Glory is in exhibit from February 1 thru May 19, 2013 at the Elmhurst Historical Museum . (Motorsports Hall of Fame)(1-25-2014) The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America is racing's Cooperstown, memorializing achievement in all forms of motorized competition. He is a North Carolina native with 35 years of experience (1958-92), including a record-breaking 27 wins in 1967 and 200 races. He is a little sore but going to be okay probably already watching dirtvision". Ron Hornaday is currently not competing in NASCAR, but the four-time champion appears to be as busy as ever. In that role, he currently appears on Fox Sports 1's NASCAR RaceDay and NASCAR Victory Lane shows. This years' event raised $220,000. I'm pleased we can honor Janet with the Mildred Marcum Pioneer Award, as she was truly a pioneer in motorsports." Blaney was competing with the World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series at the half-mile dirt track owned by NASCAR driver Tony Stewart. "I just don't know what to do now," he said. Ten days in the Intensive Care Unit was followed by an additional 10 days in the hospital. NASCAR's 50 Greatest Drivers is an alphabetical list of NASCAR drivers. Drivers who will compete in at least one 2022 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race. He lives in Shelby, N.C., where his NASCAR team was based. After further consultation and tests at the Center for Advanced Medicine and Clinical Research in Cornelius, North Carolina, Dr. Rashid Buttar discovered additional melanoma and prescribed a four-week course of treatment in July. He's 79 years old, after all. (Associated Press/ESPN.com)(1-27-2012), Ward & Jeb Burton to race in Truck Series: After a five-year absence from competing in a NASCAR race, Ward Burton will drive at Daytona in February in the NextEra Energy 250 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series event. He was the youngest. Schrader, 59, won for the first time at Salem since 1999 (and first ARCA win since 2013 at DuQuoin, IL), picking up his 18th all-time ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards victory (in 74 races). The $5 autograph cards will be available for sale in the Museum gift shop during the event. (Bang Shift/JackDonohue.com)(10-7-2015), Ned Jarrett cancer-free after treatment for melanoma: Ned Jarrett, a two-time champion in NASCAR's premier series, said Thursday that he is cancer-free after surgery and four weeks of recent treatment for melanoma, a form of skin cancer. Danica is a successful retired NASCAR driver and the first woman to win an Indy Car Series race. Race wins? I feel like I'm myself. Last year's inductees included: Former sports car and Formula 1 great Derek Bell; sportscar legend Scott Pruett; and James Hunt, who was inducted posthumously. "I have a little girl who is eight months old. 2 Miller Lite Ford," said Keselowski. Photo: ISC Archives. Carl Edwards. Johnson is expected to be released from the hospital within the week. However, a cardiac catheterization procedure performed Monday revealed blockages in arteries where Foyt had several stents from past procedures, most recently in March, 2010. Question: How is your dad doing? Be sure to drop by and see one of NASCAR's finest drivers on April 4th, and check out the On the Road to Glory: Fred Lorenzen exhibit which will be open through May 19, 2013. Bobby Allison and his late son Davey were inducted into the city's walk of fame on Thursday evening. I'm more active now than ever. See more and leave a well wish / comment at Billy's blog: Billy's Battle, a site for posting and sharing information for Billy Standridge. This is a list of all drivers who has ever competed in a NASCAR Cup/Monster Energy/Sprint Cup/Winston Cup/Grand National Series race. The stroke followed another health issue for Pearson -- an abdominal aneurysm, which occurred in October and left him hospitalized for more than a week. "I got asked to go to Japan a month ago and I did some driving at Fuji Speedway, an old Formula One race track. At the same time, he became the first full-time African-American driver in the top NASCAR series since 1971. He posted 15 RBI in 62 plate appearances with a .355 batting average. According to Famous Birthdays, he's started a total of 885 races throughout his career, winning 22 in all. This led him to the Cup Series championship in 1973, 21 career victories and recognition as one of NASCAR's 50 greatest drivers. Guthrie, who in 1977 became the first woman to start in the Indianapolis 500 and the Daytona 500, will be presented the Mildred Marcum Pioneer award. They'd rather not think about the long term. He rebuilt the wrecked '57 Chevy with the blown engine and began winning dirt-track races at Natural Bridge Speedway in western Virginia. Jayski.com was the listed sponsor of the #47 Ford at Talladega in October 1997. SERVICES service info and more can be found at Billy's Battle blog or see the full obituary at cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com. Foyt still recovering: A.J. The hit took a lot out of me. I think right now I'm just surviving. Rudd maintains his own property on a lake and enjoys making up for lost time with his family. He can walk for a little more than 10 minutes before he begins to feel winded. "This is what people said about me. Jeff Gordon is on track to break that mark next month. But the . He and his wife divorced in 2015. Drivers who will compete in at least one 2022 ARCA Menards Series race. Drivers currently without a ride, but who competed for 2021 NASCAR Cup Series championship points. Yarborough will be on hand during the Bojangles' Southern 500 race weekend participating in various activities, including being honored during pre-race ceremonies for the track's 109th Sprint Cup race. While McGriff officially retired back in 2002, he continued to appear in occasional races, including the above-mentioned 2018 series where he took part in the event at the Tucson Speedway at . And every time you get a concussion you damage something in your brain. A LifeFlight helicopter was on site but wasn't needed to transport Blaney to a local hospital. Jarrett was voted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2011, the second group of five chosen for enshrinement. The Darrell Waltrip Automotive Group also sells Volvo, Subaru and used vehicles. The ever-popular Wallace announced that after what will be a series-record 547 career starts, the Iowa event will also mark the final start of his 26-year NASCAR career. A spokeswoman for the four-time Indianapolis 500 winner said Friday that Foyt may stay in the hospital through the weekend. NASCAR is a billion-dollar industry filled with wealthy team owners, deep-pocketed sponsors and a number of millionaire drivers, all directed by the . Drivers who competed in at least one 2020 NASCAR Whelen Euro Series race. Maury County Fire Chief Mark Gandee said that crews had to work to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby buildings and fuel tanks. NASCAR Cup Series driver pages: Bios, statistics, race results videos, news, photo galleries, car, team, shop gear, date of birth, rookie year (Henry Herald)[More](3-5-2017), Robert Yates still fighting cancer: Robert Yates continues to battle liver cancer, after being diagnosed last year. "I thought I was a pretty good guy, but folks, let me tell you something. Man, what a fantastic way to start the year." The race honors the late Lettow, a former standout ASA crew chief who mentored many young drivers. I reconnected a little bit and saw a couple of people I knew from the past. The developer said it closed on the property Friday, spokesman Roland Alonzi told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. But when a family friend offered him a shot at taking the wheel of a stock car, Rudd headed down a different track - one that would propel the Chesapeake native toward a racing career as one of NASCAR's most successful drivers. It seems likely that his five consecutive championships will join the mark of Richard Petty's 200 Cup wins as records that will never be broken. Jarrett said that skin cancer wasn't even an afterthought growing up in the rural North Carolina foothills, but that cancer was part of his genealogy. Open to the public, the dedication of the Petty and Gants in-ground plaques will be held outside the Charles Mack Citizen Center on the Walk of Fame located at 215 N. Main St. in historic downtown Mooresville. Wallace may have most often competed in the Xfinity Series, but he also enjoyed a fruitful career in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series as well, where he had 344 career starts, including three poles. Trickle is survived by Delores Iwanski of Waukesha, Chuck Trickle of Las Vegas, Sue Trickle of Minneapolis, and Duaine Trickle of Plover. Bobby Labonte, the first driver to win championships in two different NASCAR national series, will compete fulltime in the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series in 2018 in hopes of adding an international title to his Hall of Fame-worthy career. "I kept a low profile but the kids ended up finding out" who he was, Rudd said. 3 on the all-time series wins list. We've been here five days, run 1,000 laps and we don't have a dent on the car. He took first place in the Daytona 500 in 1964, 1966, 1971, 1973, 1974, 1979, and 1981.