Racing Legends: Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Written by Toby Christie

He’s a 15-time most popular driver in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series, and he was the face of the sport through the last two decades.
Despite having the weight of the world thrown onto his shoulders after a tragic finish to the 2001 Daytona 500, this driver went on to record 50 NASCAR National Series wins through from 1998 to 2017.

He was fast on the track, but Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s legacy is more than just his race results. His popularity was a combination of his famous last name, a clean driving style, a humble personality and philanthropy.

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SHOW #503 – Guest: Daytona 500 Pole Sitter Alex Bowman, we recap the The Clash, Daytona 500 Qualifying, a special appearance from DW’s grey hair, Toby and Kerry time travel (apparently) plus we get you all set up for the Daytona 500, in our own unique way. Hosted by Kerry Murphey and Toby Christie

(Roughly 48:00 mins)

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Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying – DAYTONA 500
Daytona International Speedway
Daytona Beach, Florida
Sunday, February 11, 2018

Front Row Locked In, the rest race for position on Thursday

1. (88) Alex Bowman, Chevrolet, 195.644 mph.
2. (11) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 195.092 mph.

3. (48) Jimmie Johnson, Chevrolet, 194.734 mph.
4. (18) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 194.704 mph.
5. (24) William Byron #, Chevrolet, 194.548 mph. Continue reading “2018 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying Results – DAYTONA 500”