Lee Petty
Race car driver, three-time NASCAR champion
Born
March 14th, 1914
111 years ago
Died
April 5th, 2000
25 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the history of stock car racing, contributed significantly to the sport's development in the 1940s and 1950s. Won three NASCAR Grand National championships in 1954, 1958, and 1959. Participated in a total of 1,100 races, achieving a record of 54 wins during his career. Played a vital role in establishing the Petty family legacy in racing, which continued with his son Richard Petty and grandson Kyle Petty.
Won three NASCAR Grand National championships
Achieved 54 career race wins in NASCAR
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