22 Days ‘Til Daytona: The 22nd (1980) Daytona 500
The 1980 Daytona 500 sealed the Gray Ghost’s spot in NASCAR lore.
Darrell Waltrip
30 Days ‘Til Daytona: The 30th (1988) Daytona 500
The 1988 Daytona 500 saw the modern debut of restrictor plates, a scary blowover for Richard Petty and a family duel for the win.
31 Days ‘Til Daytona: The 31st (1989) Daytona 500
Darrell Waltrip’s 1989 Daytona 500 win checked an elusive box for the three-time champion.
Waid’s World: Martinsville 1978 – the Day Darrell Waltrip Met Darth Vader
Darrell and Stevie Waltrip and Steve Waid all came together in a photo shoot for a Martinsville race program cover.
Only Yesterday: 300 – Rise of an Empire for Rick Hendrick
A look back at some of the biggest wins in Hendrick Motorsports history, plus the drivers who contributed to its 300-win total over the last 39 years.
Only Yesterday: Is Denny Hamlin Really Better Than Some NASCAR Champions?
Hamlin’s the best without a title. How many with a title is he better than?
Waid’s World: In 1985, Bill Elliott’s Title Bid Crumbles in Last 8 Races
Elliott’s mediocre performances in the final eight races coupled with Darrell Waltrip’s success cost Elliott the 1985 Cup title.
Only Yesterday: When Cars Become Toys
Ryan Preece’s frightening crash at Daytona was similar to previous flips in the 1990s and 2000s.
Dropping the Hammer: My Dream All-Star Race(s)
Kyle Busch vs. Brad Keselowski is Daniel McFadin’s dream All-Star matchup; what’s yours?
NASCAR 101: NASCAR’s History in the Music City
Newer race fans might be surprised that Nashville’s racing roots go back almost all the way to the creation of the automobile.