Dale Earnhardt

American stock car racing driver Dale Earnhardt, born in 1951, was nicknamed “The Intimidator” for his aggressive racing style, fierce determination and exceptional skill in close competition. He won seven NASCAR Cup Series championships, in 1980, 1986, 1987, 1990, 1991, 1993 and 1994, and achieved 76 Cup Series race victories. His long-awaited victory in the 1998 Daytona 500, on his twentieth attempt, became one of NASCAR’s most celebrated moments. He died on 18 February 2001 following a crash on the final lap of the Daytona 500.

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