Sterling Marlin
Race Car Driver, 2-time Daytona 500 Champion
Born
June 30th, 1957
68 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A race car driver achieved notable success in NASCAR. Competed in the NASCAR Cup Series with a primary focus on stock car racing. Secured two victories at the prestigious Daytona 500 in 1994 and 1995. Also participated in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and had a career that spanned over three decades, with numerous top ten finishes throughout various seasons.
Won the Daytona 500 in 1994
Won the Daytona 500 in 1995
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