His 40 career victories currently rank 17th on the all-time list for the series while his 882 career starts rank fifth overall for the sanctioning body's top series. The film will showcase the highs and lows of the 55-year love story between Bobby and Judy Allison. Like a boxer, McGriff keeps returning the sport after all these legendary years he's put in. NASCAR's leadership has done remarkable things to make a dangerous sport as safe as possible. "This was a lot of fun," Elliott said. Nadeau still wonders what's next. The lawsuit says Biffle said under oath that the hidden cameras were installed for security because he believed his maids were stealing. On the Road to Glory is in exhibit from February 1 thru May 19, 2013 at the Elmhurst Historical Museum . Although he had a sponsor willing to back him this season if an opportunity arose to run with a team in any of NASCAR's three series, no deal panned out for the veteran. Rusty may have been born in Missouri, but we will always claim him as one of our own." Pond's last Cup Series race was in 1989. "They had already started chemotherapy and they'll resume that and some radiation treatment," Wright Pond said. Jarrett said that a biopsy was performed in January after dermatologists discovered a spot on his left arm during a check-up. The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America is racing's Cooperstown, memorializing achievement in all forms of motorized competition. (Charlotte Observer)(3-14-2015), Darrell Waltrip speaks at National Prayer Breakfast: On his birthday, NASCAR Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip gave the keynote address at the National Prayer Breakfast on Thursday morning in Washington, DC, addressing a crowd that included President Barack Obama, the Dalai Lama and 4,000 attendees from 170 countries. 2016, Tony Stewart, Carl Edwards, Greg Biffle, John Wes Townely and Brian Scott. After surpassing Martin's 40 wins, Hamlin is now the winningest driver to have never won the NASCAR Cup Series championship, and like . Foyt IV was the Best Man. During a practice session at Richmond International Raceway, he crashed hard into the wall, driver's side first. Martin bought the home a little over three years ago for $2 million. (12-14-2015), Get Well Lennie Pond UPDATE: Lennie Pond, NASCAR's rookie of the year in 1973, was scheduled to undergo cancer surgery Friday in Richmond, Va. Pond, 75, who had one career Cup victory (at Talladega in 1978), beat out Darrell Waltrip for the '73 rookie honor. Iowa Governor honors NASCAR Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace: Iowa Governor Terry Branstad honored NASCAR Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace with a State Proclamation in a special ceremony Wednesday afternoon, February 27, at the Capitol building in Des Moines. (4-28-2013), Truce for Bo-Dyn, bobsled federation: Pending litigation between the United States Bobsled and Skeleton Federation and the Bo-Dyn Bobsled Project, Inc. has been dropped. The death of the racing legend resulted in numerous changes, which have greatly improved the overall safety for the drivers. "It's a driving company where we help teenagers learn to drive." This page was last edited on 5 August 2020, at 16:54. Johnson initially listed the house for $6 million and the price was dropped to just less than $5 million. "It's unreal," Jarrett told MLB.com. He followed the path of most retired NASCAR drivers who go onto open a car or motorcycle dealership of some type. 24 for the past two years even as Gordon has done well on Foxs half-season NASCAR coverage. This years' event raised $220,000. He is a little sore but going to be okay probably already watching dirtvision". This exhibit is supported by Chicagoland Speedway. (CMS)(5-27-2016), Hornish staying busy without racing: During his eight years as an open-wheel racer, from 2000 until he jumped to NASCAR in '08, Sam Hornish, Jr. was a mighty goliath, reaching the podium a staggering 47 times-19 on the very top step-while claiming three series championships. This is going to be a lot of fun, yet there is also a business component too. He is a member of the staff at Heritage Chevrolet in Chester. The injury, he said, included nerve damage. January 12, 2023 at 7:10 AM. But there are drivers in all series who struggle to survive competitively, which means they also struggle to survive financially. You'd think a guy that good would be trying to line up on the starting grid for the centennial edition of the Indy 500. The event will feature live television coverage by ABC. The induction of Davey Allison was a surprise for those in attendance, as only Bobby's induction had been announced beforehand. Kenny had 12 top 10 finishes in his young Winston Cup series career. Absolutely important. He can walk for a little more than 10 minutes before he begins to feel winded. He rebuilt the wrecked '57 Chevy with the blown engine and began winning dirt-track races at Natural Bridge Speedway in western Virginia. After being among NASCARs best for 18 seasons, 2003 champion Matt Kenseth was unceremoniously dismissed by team owner Joe Gibbs after the 2017 season. This list dates from 1949-2021 and contains a total of 3,047 drivers as of June 7, 2021. The lawsuit details visible cameras all over the outside of the home on Doolie Road. "I'm grateful for the time that I had racing in this area. NASCAR lost plenty of star power in the past decade. Just impossible," said Marlin, reached by phone. He led the final 138 laps. ( 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." (2-12-2012), Racing great A.J. This is a tribute to Wallace's 2013 induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame. (Henry Herald)[More](3-5-2017), Robert Yates still fighting cancer: Robert Yates continues to battle liver cancer, after being diagnosed last year. Others being honored for their accomplishments in auto racing are Curtis Turner, Mike Duvall, Dick Hutcherson, Gene Stokes and Steve Waid. "I love Pennsylvania," Spencer added. During NBC's rain delay coverage for the Sunday's race at Texas Motor Speedway, analyst and Hall of Famer Dale Jarrett spoke about his experiences due to concussions he suffered during his Hall of Fame career. 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. (Racing Experts)(10-18-2012) He adds that he'd rather have broken every bone in his body at once than have his mind altered. I wasn't only physically hurt, I was mentally hurt. (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. (1-28-2013), Randy Bethea featured in new documentary: Throughout the 1970s Tennessee racer Randy Bethea was a regular competitor in NASCAR's second tier series now known as the Nationwide Series. On this week's episode of Dirty Mo Media's The Dale Jr. Download podcast, Kevin Harvick said that the initial plan was for the 2021 season to be his last. (Wisconsin Rapids Tribune), donations can be made to: Dick Trickle Memorial, 6846 Meadow View Lane, Rudolph, WI 54475. He spent 16 years in the division, collecting 10 race wins. Nothing to brag about, I was very weak and very tired but I have done some stuff with it. I was fortunate enough to have a lot of success there, including winning a Coke 600. Nowadays Johnson has remained in the limelight and has expressed interest in racing the Indianapolis 500. Hornish's only regret, really, is that his wife, Crystal, is the only member of his brood who's witnessed his triumphant moments at the track in the flesh. During my time with ESPN, I watched the X Games a lot and really enjoyed them. Their short-term needs are difficult to meet. And it kept getting worse and worse and worse, so I went to the doctor to see what the hell's going on." Giving Tuesday is this week and people across Charlotte are getting involved in the local effort. Unless things change, he not sure when or if he'll be able work again. "I commend him for doing it because it takes a lot of courage and integrity to not race for two races. "When I got hurt, I tried to drive that racecar at a Sprint Cup level while I was hurt. I think the racing is even going to get better so we start at Daytona which is always an event filled race and I'm excited about it," says Jeff Burton. * NASCAR Xfinity career: 236 starts, 49 wins, 112 top-five and 152 top-10 finishes. The Miller Lite Ford Fusion will also feature a commemorative white Miller Lite paint scheme for the "Great American Race". New York natives, Tommy Baldwin, Jr. and Steve Park, announce the creation of The American Muscle Driving Experience. 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. As for funding it, Biffle said, "Man, I am not a financial guy whatsoever." 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. 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. Elliott, in the #9 Aaron's Dream Machine-Hendrickcars.com Chevy, raced his way from the 32nd starting position, took the lead with 21 laps to go, and then held back a hard charge from fellow 17-year-old driver Erik Jones to earn his career-first ARCA victory. Her scorecard in the No. (Tennessean)(1-5-2014), Bud Moore/Bobby Isaac #15 NASCAR Torino to be Auctioned: Gran Torino Sport fastbacks are liked by plenty of folks even though they were built during the twilight of the performance era. The following year, Ard was in the top ten 30 times in 35 races, with 23 top five finishes and ten victories. (Charlotte Observer)(11-7-2015) "(Newport News Daily Press) I'm ready to get started. "I had a vertebrate sore in my neck a couple of times, broke my scapula a few times, had a punctured lung, elbow, arm, knees, ankles and if you name it, I've had it broken or torn. Darrell Waltrip is a NASCAR legend. And I'm going to take the train up in Canada. "It is very positive and I feel good," Jarrett told NASCAR.com. "Jeff Gordon has been a tremendous ambassador of motorsports, NASCAR and North Carolina," said McCrory. Gordon will be on hand next week when giving tuesdayCLT organizers announce how much money people in charlotte helped raise. Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with San . Former/retired drivers[edit] = Former champion in National Touring Series All statistics used in these tables are as of February 22, 2016. 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