Foyt released from hospital: Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner A.J. Elliott, who had to test at Pocono beforehand just to be eligible to enter the race, is a few months younger than Shelby Howard was when Howard won at Kansas Speedway in 2003. Mast's career highlight was winning the pole and leading the first two laps of the inaugural Brickyard 400 at Indy in the #1 Skoal Ford of Richard and Leo Jackson. Although Bethea did experience some racism during his driving career, he is quick to state he was 'Not a Black Racer', he was a racer who happened to be black. In the year following his stint with RCR, Skinner found himself racing for Morgan-McClure Motorsports, piloting the #4 car. They said I was brash, ruthless, pushy, cocky, conceited, aloof, boastful, arrogant and just downright annoying," Waltrip said. He has three career series wins, including a victory last year at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Her successor, Aric Almirola, is 1-for-72 and has made the playoffs twice. You can't ask a quarterback to go out there and throw the football with a broken arm. And while the equipment used in all sports has been improved and refined over the years, no stick and ball sport can compare to NASCAR, where finding an engineering edge isn't just necessary. The event was also highlighted with a special performance by legendary singer, pianist and composer Elton John. We've been here five days, run 1,000 laps and we don't have a dent on the car. The $5 autograph cards will be available for sale in the Museum gift shop during the event. 2015, Jeff Gordon. Anne Fornoro, the spokesman for Foyt's two-car IndyCar team, said in a release Wednesday there was a post-surgical complication, but that has now been resolved. (AJFR)(11-10-2015), Former NASCAR driver sets Tractor speed record: A 1952 Ford 8N series farm tractor, dubbed the "8NCREDIBLE," stunned those on hand September, 27th at Wilmington Ohio's Airborne Park when it roared to a final round top speed of 96.3185 miles per hour. But someone has to be the best at working with the materials given to them, and someone has to be the best all-time . A two-sport star at Hickory, Jarrett was a member of the varsity basketball team which finished as the state runners-up in the 3A classification. Sources close to the situation said the former driver/owner known as "The Last American Hero'' also needs a pacemaker, but the procedure can't be completed until the infection clears. Five of those victories came at Michigan International Speedway, once owned by Penske. Instead, a number of them need financial help in their everyday lives, especially with medical expenses. Stewart missed the first eight races of 2016 after suffering neck and back injuries in an offseason dune buggy accident. He spent 2007-2013 in Cup, winning 2007 Rookie of the Year, nine poles and two races (Sonoma and Watkins Glen) in 255 starts. In his four starts last year, Bodine finished with a best of 30th at the season finale Homestead-Miami Speedway. A LifeFlight helicopter was on site but wasn't needed to transport Blaney to a local hospital. (Victory Lane Racing Association)(1-12-2015), A.J. He has competed in all three of NASCAR's national series -- Sprint Cup, XFINITY as well at Trucks. His last victory came at Sonoma in June 2016. Standridge also raced in the Nationwide Series from 1986 to 1993. When it didn't sell, Johnson decided to auction it. "It's been a dream since I was a little kid. Wallace expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support he has received from Iowans all across the state, and specifically to Governor Branstad for the official Proclamation. That win helped the leader of what became known as the "Alabama Gang" gain respect in NASCAR and launched a career more than worthy of his HOF induction. The previous quarter winners of the award this year were NASCAR spotter Chris Osborne, artist Jeanne Barnes and journalist Al Pearce. He is a member of the staff at Heritage Chevrolet in Chester. Only Richard Petty has more Cup wins -- he retired with 200. He hasn't been back to a track since. The third baseman reportedly agreed to an 11-year, $350 million contract extension with San Diego Padres, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. Jayski.com was the listed sponsor of the #47 Ford at Talladega in October 1997. MORE After more than 50 years of racing, 27 of those spent in NASCAR's top three divisions, Geoff Bodine said he is ready to move on. McCrory also discussed the contributions of the motorsports industry to North Carolina's economy. The 1989 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion will battle the twists and turns of the "World Center of Racing's" 3.56-mile road course for the Risi Competizione/Ferrari of Houston team in the North America series of the Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli. Bodine, a native of Chemung, NY, raced at Watkins Glen International from 1986 through 2000 in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. "I've got a great wife," Nadeau said. It will also be Labonte's first race outside North America. During his time in the #2 Miller-sponsored car, the former Penske Racing driver accumulated 37 wins, 145 top-five finishes, 252 top-10 results, while leading a total of 15,012 laps. The half-mile dirt track of Wythe Raceway in Rural Retreat, Virginia will host that test. "To have a hometown hero like Cale have success at the sports greatest level is wonderful for our state. This year, the proceeds from the event will benefit Habitat for Humanity. He rebuilt the wrecked '57 Chevy with the blown engine and began winning dirt-track races at Natural Bridge Speedway in western Virginia. The event raises funds to support Hope For The Warriors, a nonprofit dedicated to restoring a sense of self, family and hope for service members, veterans and military families. More than 170 local non-profits have spent the last two weeks in a big campaign to try to raise 8 million dollars in donations and volunteer efforts. The line is also a kind of metaphor for a life that is a mixture of frustration and joy, courageous acceptance and occasional regret. (Penske Racing)(8-22-2012), Rusty would like to see the schedule reduced: Rusty Wallace, recently selected to the NASCAR Hall of Famer, loves plenty of things about the sport. Bodine is quick to point out he is not retiring. (Realtor)(11-9-2016), Dale Jarrett says he struggles with memory loss: Concussions and how they're diagnosed were pushed back into the spotlight this weekend with the news that #83-Matt DiBenedetto was put into NASCAR's concussion protocol and would miss the AAA Texas 500 at Texas Motor Speedway. "I love gardening," Spencer said. "I hate to use that 'retirement' word, but I'm 99.9 percent sure I'll never drive a racecar again," said the humble Bodine. Give a smile when you say my name." Autoweek participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. Johnson initially was hospitalized on Tuesday near his farm in Wilkes County, N.C. It was much more personal. The veteran driver will go behind the wheel of the #20 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing at the short track. "He definitely helped me out a lot," Chase said. Yates "My dad is hanging tough. Rutherford III is a retired NASCAR driver. He has great grip with his left hand, so we are very much encouraged. I went how long. I don't know if the injury had anything to do with it, but I'm just not interested in doing anything. NASCAR is a billion-dollar industry filled with wealthy team owners, deep-pocketed sponsors and a number of millionaire drivers, all directed by the ultra-rich France family. The past and future of the NASCAR Cup Series converged Tuesday in Winston-Salem, N.C. when a trio of retired stars strapped in to test the sport's Next Gen car at historic Bowman Gray Stadium. "It's called Parkinsonism. But the two sides split in 2011 in a disagreement over intellectual property. I feel normal. This is going to be a lot of fun, yet there is also a business component too. He was also voted as one of NASCAR's 50 Greatest Drivers. (Wallace PR)(8-1-2015), Buddy Baker facing death with predictable courage: Buddy Baker is facing the end of his life with the same courage he demonstrated during a long NASCAR career, when he sometimes drove at more than 200 mph. It's been good to me, it's made me a lot of money," Wallace said. "The kids were all born after my IndyCar career, and they weren't at the NASCAR races I happened to win either." Marlin told The Daily Herald in Columbia that the fire that started Friday morning destroyed his 2,500-square-foot garage in Maury County and three cars that belonged to his son-in-law, Michael House. UPDATE: The August 1st U.S. Cellular 250 at Iowa Speedway will be Kenny Wallace's third NASCAR Xfinity Series start of 2015. Gerhart has never won a NASCAR race, but has won nine times on the ARCA circuit. Pond's last Cup Series race was in 1989. Loretta Sides Shore, who owns Shore's Nursery, said Monday that she was the buyer of the house and 150-acre farm at the Aug. 7 auction. "When I heard we had the opportunity to get this point, we just went to work on it to see if we could put it together and we were able to." Off the track, Gordon' philanthropic efforts supported pediatric cancer research, treatment and patient support programs through the Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation and the Jeff Gordon Children's Hospital in Concord. Life after racing has kept Hornish in a spiraling heel-toe dance. (4-13-2016), Update on Jerry Nadeau: Thirteen years ago, Jerry Nadeau's life changed forever. "(Associated Press)(5-28-2012), Childress & Rudd inducted into NMPA Hall of Fame: NASCAR team owner Richard Childress and former NASCAR driver Ricky Rudd were inducted into the National Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame Tuesday night at a gala event in Concord, NC. (RCR)(5-17-2012), Jimmy Spencer to retire, move back to PA: Jimmy Spencer, a former NASCAR driver and current television personality who goes by the nickname "Mr. Nascar has suffered from the retirement in recent years of many of its biggest names, including Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Carl Edwards and Danica Patrick. Johnson initially listed the house for $6 million and the price was dropped to just less than $5 million. But I need them to know that I'm now trying to move on and get on with my new life as it is today. This article has lists of drivers who no longer compete in NASCAR. Ard, a native of Scranton, South Carolina, set many records after joining the Busch Grand National Series of NASCAR in 1982 at the age of 43. (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. "We are not only recognizing Jeff tonight for his performance on the racetrack, but also for his philanthropic work in communities across our state and nation." The setbacks might've been easier to handle if Hornish weren't so insular, anxiety riddled and self-flogging on the job. Before he married Mary Anna four months ago, he said he would at times hole himself up in his bedroom, draw the blinds, order pizza and watch movies all day. Last year's inductees included: Former sports car and Formula 1 great Derek Bell; sportscar legend Scott Pruett; and James Hunt, who was inducted posthumously. He raced 16 more full seasons for Chip Ganassi and Jack Roush, winning 11 poles and seven races in 583 starts. Jarrett was declared cancer-free after completion of the program. This year, drivers will race in 36 events as they've done since 2001. (Henry Herald)[More](3-5-2017), Robert Yates still fighting cancer: Robert Yates continues to battle liver cancer, after being diagnosed last year. It's associated with (Parkinson's Disease), but it's nothing-near like it. Their short-term needs are difficult to meet. "There are no limitations," Jarrett said. Jeff Gordon retired at 44, one year before Tony Stewart stepped away at 45. He was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame in 1997, and he was part of the inaugural class of the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2010. Rusty gladly does media interviews, greets fans, and spends time with our promotional partners. "I got asked to go to Japan a month ago and I did some driving at Fuji Speedway, an old Formula One race track. Bobby Labonte, the first driver to win championships in two different NASCAR national series, will compete fulltime in the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series in 2018 in hopes of adding an international title to his Hall of Fame-worthy career. Ryan Blaney-Jonathan Hassler Blaney earned three wins and finished seventh in the standings in 2021, and it wouldn't be surprising to see him match or better that in his first year with Hassler,. In addition to an autograph session, those in attendance could check out memorabilia and vintage cars. Frye recalled Nadeau's pride in working with David Gilliland, leading up to Gilliland's breakthrough 2006 Nationwide Series victory at Kentucky Speedway. "It would be great if we could have it done by the end of construction season next year," Steuck said. Nadeau suffered a traumatic brain injury, four broken ribs and a collapsed lung. But that there were hidden cameras inside the house, including in the master bedroom, bathroom and in the guest bedroom where Biffle's former mother-in-law stayed. Find out how this Midwestern outsider, known as "Fearless Freddie," got the inside track in the early days of professional NASCAR racing to become a fan favorite and winner of the 1965 Daytona 500. The Batesville, Arkansas, native competed in NASCAR for more than three decades. "It's a driving company where we help teenagers learn to drive." Shore's Nursery grows Fraser firs on more than a dozen farms it owns or leases in the Laurel Springs and Sparta areas of Alleghany County. Every now and then he gets a call for a speaking engagement and at one point gave TV race commentary a try. My dad is one tough guy. Foyt has been hospitalized in Houston for complications from knee surgery and will skip the 50th anniversary of the Rolex 24 at Daytona. The campaign runs until midnight Tuesday night. During his career, he secured three championship wins (2002, 2005, 2011) and collected 49 Cup Series wins in 18 years. Currently employed as a high school automotive instructor in Newport, Tenn., Bethea still remains active in local racing and among the most popular drivers in Tennessee. Craven retired from commentary in 2020 to open a new venture, Ricky Craven Motorsports. The likes of Ryan Newman and Kurt Busch are already in their 40s, with Newman being 43 years old, and Busch, 42. I realized that I could have been killed that day. For a list of active NASCAR drivers, see List of NASCAR drivers. Foyt has been more active since his first return to his IndyCar Series race shop in mid-January. Machado signed a 10-year, $300 million contract with San . The 77-year-old Foyt had knee surgery two weeks ago, and an infection sent him to the hospital Wednesday. Sharon is a track where we have raced a lot through the years and we are ready to tackle the competition." I'm more active now than ever. His first victories came in 1986 with Raymond Beadle's Blue Max Racing team and he won the 1989 Sprint Cup championship after holding off Dale Earnhardt. Those being honored include Ole Bardahl, Raymond Beadle, John Bishop, Ricky Graham, Arie Luyendyk, Marshall Teague and Rusty Wallace. Foyt still recovering: A.J. Vehicles and artifacts representative of the diversity of motorized competition celebrated by the Hall of Fame, including Open Wheel, Stock Cars, Motorcycles, Aviation, Drag Racing, Sports Cars and Powerboats, will be exhibited as a regular part of the tours admission at Daytona International Speedway all year long. The induction of Davey Allison was a surprise for those in attendance, as only Bobby's induction had been announced beforehand. On the all-time wins list, he is ranked fourth, earning more than $20 million. JD Motorsports owner Johnny Davis formerly worked for Standridge as a crew chief, engine builder, truck driver and all-around mechanic. I'll get to do some gardening, but that isn't all I am going to do. The NASCAR Hall of Famer said he was able to participate in last weekend's festivities at Darlington Raceway without restriction, joining the NBC Sports booth to broadcast a portion of Sunday's Bojangles' Southern 500. (AJFR)(11-10-2015) Former NASCAR driver sets Tractor speed record: A 1952 Ford 8N series farm tractor, dubbed the "8NCREDIBLE," stunned those on . Former NASCAR driver and fellow Missourian Carl Edwards along with St. Louis' Mike Mittler are among those joining Schrader as honorees at the event, at the Ozarks Empire Fairgrounds E-Plex in Springfield. Gant and his family will be in attendance. He gets excited when we start racing, so he's ready for us to get to Daytona. The Ferrari Finali Mondiali has been previously held in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, Spain and Italy. 24 from Gordon for 2016 and 2017 before moving into the No. Read more at the Virginian-Pilot. Call 1-866-RUSTY-GO, or visit www.iowaspeedway.com to learn more. Morgan is the executive director of the Kyle Petty Charity Ridea, an annual fundraising trip for the Victory Junction Gang Camp. 42 Chevrolet. (Lewiston Sun Journal)(9-22-2012), Junior Johnson's house auctioned off: A Lewisville woman who has deep roots in the North Carolina Christmas tree industry was the winning bidder for Junior Johnson's mansion and farm situated just north of the Iredell County line. 07 Dec, 2022, 03.46 PM IST Clint Bowyer, analyst for Fox Sports & ex-NASCAR driver, suffers fatal car crash involving pedestrian While taking an exit from a Missouri highway, Clint Bowyer got entangled in a severe car crash that killed a pedestrian. It is an exclusive club of just 34 total drivers who have won a championship at NASCAR's top level. We need to preserve this heritage." Being able to come to the ARCA series and run at Pocono Raceway is huge for me. "I think that would be a positive thing," said Dale Earnhardt Jr., the perennial choice of fans as NASCAR's most popular driver. Old age hasn't prevented McGriff from returning to the race track though, proving the sport is important to him. Johnson said he feels better each day, but, obviously, he will require more medical attention - none of which he can receive until it's certain he no longer has the infection. Foyt, who has not been to an IndyCar race since the Ft. Worth event on June 8th, underwent successful hip replacement surgery on his left hip Monday in a Houston hospital and is expected to make a full recovery. Following Bowman Gray, the NASCAR Next Gen will get it's first taste of dirt. He's got two more chemo treatments and then hopefully they can go to surgery, but he's hanging tough. I had Chip call him up and that was really special to me and gave him some more encouragement, but I appreciate you asking about him and hopefully he'll get through this thing. (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. The Clint Eastwood movie Grand Torino brought these vehicle to a younger audience, building more appreciation for this sleeper among collectible Fords. He go-karts often with daughter Natalie, 10, born months before the crash. "For me, right now, it's all about family and kids," Nadeau said. Wallace moved to Penske's team in 1991 and ran the final 15 years of his career for the car owner, who presented him for induction Wednesday. He was airlifted to Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in critical condition with a moderate to severe head injury, partially collapsed left lung, fractured shoulder blade and left-side rib-cage injuries. (Associated Press/ESPN.com)(1-27-2012), Ward & Jeb Burton to race in Truck Series: After a five-year absence from competing in a NASCAR race, Ward Burton will drive at Daytona in February in the NextEra Energy 250 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series event. Wallace still believes in NASCAR's popularity. "Billy is a great guy who loves to race and who loves being around the sport," Davis said. "I don't want that word associated with me. However, Bo-Dyn still owns the intellectual property in those bobsleds, he said. Foyt underwent successful coronary bypass surgery today in Houston after being diagnosed with blockages on Monday. 14 Chevrolet (later, Ford) to journeyman driver Clint Bowyer. "I still love racing, everything about it, and would still be doing it if I could," Nadeau said. (Bang Shift/JackDonohue.com)(10-7-2015), Ned Jarrett cancer-free after treatment for melanoma: Ned Jarrett, a two-time champion in NASCAR's premier series, said Thursday that he is cancer-free after surgery and four weeks of recent treatment for melanoma, a form of skin cancer. She says the Nov. 12 surgery was successful, but he developed serious complications and was kept on a ventilator for eight days to allow his lungs to recover full function. The move coincides with the scheduled January 2016 completion of DAYTONA Rising, the speedway's $400 million frontstretch renovation project currently underway. A Ford Racing project, Bayne ran four partial seasons (2011-2014) for Wood Brothers and three full seasons (2015-2017) for Roush Fenway. "It's unreal," Jarrett told MLB.com. Jarrett, 82, said he was diagnosed with the disease this winter but that his health prognosis was encouraging. He began suffering early in 2002, lacking energy and enduring headaches, fatigue and nausea. According to the Mayo Clinic's website, Parkinsonism is "any condition that causes a combination of the movement abnormalities seen in Parkinson's disease -- such as tremor, slow movement, impaired speech or muscle stiffness -- especially resulting from the loss of dopamine-containing nerve cells (neurons). We started the feature in the 24th and last position since the field was set based on points. Moore, 88, a decorated veteran of World War II, was part of the Hall's second class in 2011. NASCAR's leadership has done remarkable things to make a dangerous sport as safe as possible. Trevor Bayne was one day out of his teens when he won the 2011 Daytona 500, his only Cup Series victory in a 187-start career that never really caught traction. After dominating the sport and winning 24 races, 18 poles and two consecutive championships in 1981 and 1982, Waltrip suffered a crash in the 1983 Daytona 500 that changed his life. He would never race again. "I kept a low profile but the kids ended up finding out" who he was, Rudd said. Gordon will be on hand next week when giving tuesdayCLT organizers announce how much money people in charlotte helped raise. "He wasn't here Wednesday, but we talked on the phone. A spokeswoman for the four-time Indianapolis 500 winner said Friday that Foyt may stay in the hospital through the weekend. "My whole life I was selfish. (4-12-2014) Petty retired in 1992, having raced in 1,184 NASCAR events, winning 200 of them. Rudd even dreamed of a future in Formula One racing. Stewart-Haas Racing driver Aric Almirola will retire after the 2022 NASCAR season, he announced Monday. Moving on to go-karts capable of speeds topping 100 mph as he got older just solidified the mindset. AND An independent feature film on the life story of NASCAR legend, Bobby Allison, developed by Bobby Allison Production LLC. Aric Almirola will retire after this season, he announced Monday morning. In that timeframe, Johnson recorded 83 career race wins, not a bad feat considering the fierce competition of the era. German driver Thomas Loefflad won the Coppa Shell event. Jeff Gordon's Children's Foundation that helps fight pediatric cancer is one of the local non-profits eager to help the cause. He moved into the TV booth after a token final start at Daytona Beach in 2019. "It's great- love it I do. In April, he underwent a laminectomy in the lumbar region of his spine to relieve sciatic nerve pain. Never has anyone with such modest statistics commanded the Cup Series like Dale Earnhardt Jr. did during his 19-year career. Wallace may have most often competed in the Xfinity Series, but he also enjoyed a fruitful career in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series as well, where he had 344 career starts, including three poles. Benny brought the same devotion to racing when he became a NASCAR driver in 1964. During his time behind the wheel of the Miller Lite machine, Wallace earned 39 victories. Larry Foyt, the team director and Foyt's youngest son, says his father is doing "really well," though doctors have not said when the elder Foyt might be released. That race was the first of several events for the "retired" NASCAR star over the past 12 months, including 12 IndyCar road-course races with Chip Ganassi Racing, and three more IMSA events behind the wheel of the No. In addition to his work on the track and with teen drivers, Nadeau has also been focused on reaching out to others who have suffered a traumatic brain injury. I'm pleased we can honor Janet with the Mildred Marcum Pioneer Award, as she was truly a pioneer in motorsports." The inaugural class was inducted in 1965 which has become a Who's Who in the world of NASCAR. In just a couple weeks, Martin will be inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame. The Darrell Waltrip Automotive Group also sells Volvo, Subaru and used vehicles. "I admired Janet's determination and ability to stay focused during all the media hype and controversy that surrounded her, and I've always said by being the first she took all the bullets both straight on and in her back. Now, with one more year passing, there is a chance that others could hang up their boots. It was about 10 years ago that I was sitting in victory lane here with my dad." Executives hoped the Colombian would draw fans to stock cars, especially international fans of IndyCar and Formula 1, where he was a household name. And I'm going to take the train up in Canada. Wright Pond said his brother still is battling cancer in other parts of his body. Excitement," has never backed down from speaking his mind. Nadeau still wonders what's next. During that visit, Marlin said, doctors revealed that he had developed Parkinsonism. Photo: Pinterest/Roger De Guimera Robert K. Hillin Jr. competed in both the Winston Cup and Busch Series races for NASCAR. She said he had been up and walking since the surgery but developed an infection this week. Cook. Just impossible," said Marlin, reached by phone. 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. We are proud of the fact that he still calls his native Timmonsville home and Darlington Raceway his hometown track." Over the years, 209 motorsports luminaries have been inducted. Fornoro said previously that doctors found blockages in three arteries in which the 79-year-old Foyt previously had stents placed. I'm going to have to knock a lot cobwebs off but I got the passion for it." Participants will not only get to meet and ask questions to these special guest instructors, they will also get to see comparisons of driving data to the professional driver in the same vehicle and can even go for a ride-a-long experience at full racing speeds. His subject wasn't racing, religion, politics or anything of the sort. Blaney was injured at Eldora May 6 in a qualifying accident during World of Outlaws competition. I'm ready to get started. season, List of EA Sports NASCAR series cover athletes, https://en.everybodywiki.com/index.php?title=List_of_former_NASCAR_drivers&oldid=924203, Portal templates with all redlinked portals, = Former champion in National Touring Series, = Former Champion in National Touring Series. And the idea has some high-profile supporters. (Darlington Raceway)(4-7-2012), Junior Johnson hospitalized: NASCAR Hall of Famer Junior Johnson has been hospitalized in North Carolina and two sources close to the 80-year-old legend said he is being treated for a staph infection related to a 2009 back surgery. For the first time in his long and storied career, Darrell would be watching the race from the broadcast booth high above the track, explaining its complexities to a television audience of millions. Gov. "I'm grateful for the time that I had racing in this area. His racing fix also included attending one of dirt track racing's most competitive events. 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