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On YouTubeNASCAR News / The SportsRush / November 11
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Still Possesses One of the First Autographs He Got From Richard Petty
Born into the Earnhardt dynasty, Dale Jr. grew up around race tracks and watched the biggest stars of the sport from close quarters. Despite this access, he wasn’t interested in getting autographs from drivers early on.
NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / October 7
Richard Petty Drops 4-Word Honest Verdict on NASCAR Roval Race Amid Calls for Change
Chaos unfolded on the final lap of the Charlotte Roval race. After getting passed by Denny Hamlin, Ross Chastain knew that he was losing the fight against Joey Logano.
NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / October 7
NASCAR Legend Richard Petty Rejects Modern NASCAR Playoffs and Calls for True Season Champion
“One race is just not the way to do it,” Denny Hamlin had said earlier in July. This came after rumors began swirling around NASCAR’s playoff format for 2026, suggesting the sport could be on the brink of a major shift and sparking fresh debate across the garage and fan base.
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NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / October 1
Insider Explains How Playoffs Overhaul Could Address NASCAR’s Star Power Crisis
When you think of NASCAR’s golden eras, certain names instantly light up the memory bank – Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt, Jeff Gordon, and others. These weren’t just race car drivers; they were larger-than-life figures who transcended the track and became cultural icons.
NASCAR News / EssentiallySports / September 23
Richard Petty Rejects NASCAR’s Modernization as New Hampshire Brings Back “Pure Racing”
In the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on September 21, 2025, Ryan Blaney delivered a masterclass in racecraft. But NHMS turned into a battleground where tire management became the linchpin of victory.
NASCAR News / Total Apex Sports / September 19
Richard Petty Has a Point: Are Modern NASCAR Drivers Getting Too Soft?
There’s a storm brewing in NASCAR, and it’s not on the radar. It’s on the track, it’s in the pits, and it’s definitely in the post-race interviews. The culprit?
NASCAR News / Total Apex Sports / September 5
Richard Petty Brutally Exposes NASCAR’s Biggest Problem: Too Many Winners Are Killing the Sport
Look, when “The King” himself starts throwing shade at modern NASCAR, you know things have gotten pretty messy. Richard Petty, the guy who won 200 Cup Series races (yeah, you read that right), just delivered a reality check that’s got the racing world buzzing harder than a restrictor plate engine at Talladega.
NASCAR News / The SportsRush / September 4
Richard Petty Says NASCAR Misses Its Icons—No Jeff Gordon, No Dale Earnhardt, and It’s Costing the Sport
Unlike many other sports, NASCAR thrives on the individual rather than the collective. Drivers may lean on teammates, but only up to a point, and that’s why the sport has always been built around names, not teams.
NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / September 3
Richard Petty points out NASCAR’s popularity problem, rips playoff format
The NASCAR that Richard Petty dominated in his day was far different than the one we see today. Like anything, the sport has evolved — some would argue for the worse, some for the better.
NASCAR News / The SportsRush / August 30
Kyle Petty Defends the NASCAR Next Gen Car, Insists 'There Is No One Solution'
It’s hard to make your point in a conversation when the other folks in that conversation are NASCAR Hall of Fame legend Richard Petty and his longtime Hall of Fame crew chief and cousin, Dale Inman.
Richard Petty Sets the Record Straight on Erik Jones and Kyle Larson Revenge Drama
The NASCAR world loves its drama, and boy, did we get some fireworks at Daytona last weekend. When Kyle Larson got aggressive with Erik Jones in those final laps, shoving the Legacy Motor Club driver around like he was in a demolition derby, fans immediately started buzzing about payback.
NASCAR News / Total Apex Sports / August 20
Richard Petty Speaks Out: Goodyear’s Tire Strategy Is Ruining NASCAR
The King has spoken, and NASCAR fans better listen up. Richard Petty, the man who defined what it means to win in this sport, just dropped some profound truth about what’s happening with tires in today’s racing world.
NASCAR News / The SportsRush / August 19
Kyle Petty Sympathizes With Austin Dillon Over Comments Around 'Family Business' in NASCAR
Austin Dillon’s back-to-back wins at Richmond have cemented his place among the track’s best. Yet, despite six career Cup victories, critics still label him a ‘nepo kid’ for driving the No.
NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / August 19
Richard Petty blasts NASCAR, Goodyear over tire combination used at Richmond: ‘Kills the race’
NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty had a major problem with this past Saturday’s Cup Series race at Richmond Raceway. From the moment the green flag was thrown, Petty said that drivers and teams were focused on tire strategy and not actually “racing each other.” Petty wanted to see the fastest cars running up front at Richmond.
NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 8
Hall of Famer says NASCAR has 'overstayed its welcome' in Chicago
You don't have to dig very deep to get The King's feelings on NASCAR's Chicago Street Race.
NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 4
Over four decades later, Richard Petty's 200th NASCAR win still royal tale
Some kings wear robes. Others wear crowns. Richard Petty wore a cowboy hat and sunglasses.
NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 16
Richard Petty says road course racing 'isn't NASCAR'
While many fans enjoyed NASCAR's trip to Mexico City this weekend, one of the main storylines following Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race is the inclusion of race winner Shane van Gisbergen in the Cup Series playoffs.
NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / April 29
Richard Petty Rips Next Gen Car After Talladega
Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Richard Petty is a legend of the sport. When he speaks up, people listen, and he hasn’t shied away from voicing his opinion on the current state of NASCAR.
NASCAR News / Athlon Sports / April 8
Richard Petty Doubles Down on FOX Criticism, Calls Darlington A ‘Pit Crew Race’
NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty has been known to keep things honest. Over the weekend, The King joined the Fox broadcast booth as part of the throwback weekend festivities and candidly shared his thoughts on the television coverage.
NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / November 22, 2024
Richard Petty shows off epic custom suit ahead of 2024 NASCAR Awards
Is there anyone as cool as The King, Richard Petty? When it comes to NASCAR drivers, no one has as much fashion sense as Petty. From his decorative cowboy hats to his black pants, the slim-figured legend is always styling.
NASCAR News / Last Word On Sports / August 1, 2024
In 1967, Richard Petty more than earned his NASCAR throne
If you ever wanted to know why race fans call Richard Petty, “The King”, one look at the stat sheet from 1967 would tell you all you need to know. Of course, in every year that wasn’t 1967, Petty was pretty good too.
NASCAR News / FirstSportz / May 2, 2024
Richard Petty names the 'most natural car ever' in NASCAR
Richard Petty is one of the most accomplished race car drivers in the history of motorsports. With 200 Cup race wins an seven championship’s his dominance in the sport might never get replicated.
NASCAR News / FirstSportz / March 27, 2024
Richard Petty gives a scathing verdict on COTA, claims the actual race is 'worse than what’s on TV'
The race in COTA was anticipated to be a treat for fans as multiple drivers were in contention for the victory ahead of the weekend. Despite such expectations, the race was filled with bits of action around the track but was mediocre at best according to multiple drivers.
NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / March 26, 2024
Richard Petty says COTA ‘does not lend itself to a good cup race’
Richard Petty didn’t exactly find himself entertained during Sunday’s EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA). Petty, giving his Petty Race Recap, said that COTA “does not lend itself to a good Cup race.” “I guess if you’d have been there, it’d have been worse than what it was on TV,” Petty said.
NASCAR News / FirstSportz / December 26, 2023
Watch: Richard Petty details ‘the big deal’ in Legacy MC’s transition from Chevrolet to Toyota
Legacy Motor Club (LMC), formerly known as the Petty GMS Motorsport, is set to undergo a monumental transformation in the upcoming NASCAR Cup Series, with the most significant change being a shift from Chevrolet to Toyota for the next season.
NASCAR News / Yardbarker / June 22, 2020
Richard Petty 'enraged' by someone placing noose in Bubba Wallace's stall
A noose was found in the garage stall of Bubba Wallace on Sunday at Talladega Superspeedway.
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