Pete Hamilton
Race car driver, Daytona 500 winner
Born
July 20th, 1942
83 years ago
Died
2017
8 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A race car driver from the United States, accomplished on the NASCAR circuit. Achieved significant success during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Won the prestigious Daytona 500 in 1970, solidifying a place in racing history. Competed for various teams throughout a career that spanned more than a decade, showing proficiency on both dirt and asphalt tracks.
Won the Daytona 500 in 1970
Competed in over 200 NASCAR races
Secured multiple victories in the NASCAR Grand National Series
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