Waid’s World: In the Past, NASCAR Had its Share of Those Who Played a Con Game
NASCAR’s colorful lore is littered with characters, charlatans, fakes and tricksters who ingratiated themselves into the stock car racing fraternity
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Waid’s World: A Charlotte Victory Sparked Jeff Gordon’s Fledgling Career
Gordon began his NASCAR career with Bill Davis Racing. His Hall of Fame Cup success began at Charlotte when he won driving for Rick Hendrick.
Waid’s World: Alive and Well, North Wilkesboro Remains a Glance at NASCAR’s Past
NASCAR is once again set to return to one of its most hallowed tracks.
Waid’s World: The Talladega Curse — Part of NASCAR Lore or Perhaps Something Else?
During the 1970s, there were a series of events at the speedway that defied logic. They weren’t easily explained, understood nor pleasant
Waid’s World: Gone, Yes — But There Will Always Be Al Pearce
Remembering longtime NASCAR journalist Al Pearce, who died this week.
Waid’s World: Old Darlington Raceway Has Come Far from Near Extinction
Darlington hosts two Cup races: throwback weekend and the Southern 500. But its spot on the schedule was not always a guarantee.
Waid’s World: Rusty Wallace Faced a Very Rocky Road to the 1989 Championship
Wallace wrecked Darrell Waltrip to win the 1989 Winston, sued his team owner to depart the organization and still won six races to capture the championship.
Waid’s World: Cale Yarborough’s Style Shaped a Career That Included 3 Straight Titles
Yarborough wasn’t brought up in a racing family, but during his three consecutive titles, he won 28 times
Waid’s World: With a Touch of Good Fortune, Bobby Allison Could Have Won 4 Titles
Allison won 85 Cup races, fourth most in series history, but only one title.
Waid’s World: Years Ago, at Rockingham and Daytona, a Nice Guy Finished 1st
Nicknamed “Mr. Nice Guy,” Benny Parsons’ 1973 Cup championship came thanks to an incredible story in the season finale at Rockingham.