Waid’s World: A Coca-Cola 600 That Lasted Many Hours Thanks to Mother Nature
Speedways with or without lights can’t withstand the wrath of Mother Nature. In 1997, the lady was especially mean to Charlotte
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Waid’s World: In 1977, Darrell Waltrip Rose to Stardom & Two Writers Began a Lifelong Journey
The 1977 season emerged a lifelong friendship between two reporters based upon a mutual dedication to NASCAR, its competition and its people.
Waid’s World: When Dave Marcis Was Poised to Rise into NASCAR’s Championship Ranks
For two seasons, NASCAR “Everyman” Dave Marcis was on the verge of Cup championship greatness
Waid’s World: In 1979, Buddy Baker Wins on a Short Track & This Time, It’s No Gift
There was a time when all Buddy Baker could win on was superspeedways. But one day at Martinsville Speedway, that narrative changed.
Waid’s World: In 1998, Jack Roush’s 5 Teams Struck It Rich in Las Vegas
In the first Cup Series race in Vegas, Roush won with Mark Martin, and all five Roush drivers finished inside the top 10.
Waid’s World: David Pearson Gets No. 100 at Rockingham, Gamblers Get Nothing
Pearson earned his 100th Cup victory at The Rock. None of the media members expected him to triumph there.
Waid’s World: How Cup Sponsor Woes Caused an Unlikely, Popular 1975 Daytona 500 Winner
How financial troubles before the 1975 Cup Series season set the stage for an underdog Daytona 500 victory
Waid’s World: There May Be a Better Title Format – But Not Perfect
One of the most memorable championships was largely decided by a points penalty.
Waid’s World: Yes, NASCAR Star Harry Gant Has Aged – But He Sure Doesn’t Look It
If Gant’s youthful appearance didn’t fade during the years, neither has his personality.
Waid’s World: The Story of Darrell Waltrip, the Feared ‘Road Warrior’ of Owensboro
Sixty years ago in Owensboro, Ky., Waltrip and his buddies undertook a decidedly dangerous enterprise.