Reddick needs a boost at Las Vegas to bounce back from tough runs at Daytona (39th) and Auto Club (34th). And when DEI fell apart, I realized it wasnt. The interview covers Scotts early life and introduction to auto racing, which came thanks to his fathers own racing endeavors and the family promoting a dirt track in Townsville, Australia. So that speaks volumes. He won his first sportsman title in 1956 after making it to Victory Lane 32 times that year.. To give me this opportunity is something Ill never forget.. 2023 www.news-journalonline.com. 3 that his grandfather Dale made . "It was a lack on both parts to really reach out, but it's cool. Theyll be eligible to return March 19 at Atlanta. has a keen acumen to research new topics introduced to the field. Jeffrey Earnhardt is the grandson of 7 Time NASCAR Cup Champion Dale Earnhardt and nephew of this generation's most popular driver, Dale Jr. Jeffrey began his race career piloting a silver 4 cylinder Yugo on the dirt tracks of Wythe Raceway in Rural Retreat, Virginia. He has six top-10 finishes in a row, dating back to last season. Obviously, it did.". ", As for people at the other end of the spectrum who believe he didn't earn his way and say he's only here because of his name, Jeffrey says that he hears those criticisms "every day" before later adding, ", at the end of the day, that dont matter., fourth-generation racer ended up in a Toyota. They are making major moves to strengthen their program and they made me feel welcome, Earnhardt said. I thought the streets were paved with gold man. As Junior put it, This is the perfect example of mine and Jeffreys relationship. That streak continues in 2023, with Jeffrey Earnhardt announcing a full-time ride in the Xfinity Series. NASCARs 15-time Most Popular Driver and winner of two Daytona 500s, Dale Earnhardt Jr., hosts his very own podcast, The Dale Jr Download on Dirty Mo Media. The adjustments tested at Phoenix Raceway in late January and confirmed Feb. 13 in a wind tunnel test include a 2-inch spoiler (from the current 4-inch spoiler) and the removal of three diffuser strakes and engine panel strakes. Fantasy basketball: How concerning is LeBron James' injury? Its not easy to get a ride out there.". Jeffrey explained that he hears criticism from people about not earning his ride in NASCAR every day, but he tries to tune it out. The four-time Cup Series champion has had the privilege of covering the Daytona 500 and other races in the broadcast booth since 2016 with NASCAR on Fox. media personality who loves to ride along the fast pace of life just like Logano came within a few feet of winning the Daytona 500 and led 19 laps Sunday at Auto Club. The whole familys continued to carry on that legacy. He shared more about his experiences after Jeffrey told his side of it: Even after I retired, I still hear that I rode my dads coattails all the way through my career. Also this year, if a wheel comes off a car while the vehicle is still on pit road, the vehicle restarts at the tail end of the field. Jacuzzi said the engine panel strakes are metal pieces that sweep outward behind the front tires and make front downforce. He was only 17 at the time he signed a multiyear deal that was structured to serve as a regular job beyond his driving ability. Jeffrey drove in two Nationwide races for Curtis Key in 2009, finishing 24th and 31st. His best career finishes have come in the Xfinity Series, where he finished third at Charlotte in 2019 and second last year at Talladega after winning the pole. It can be frustrating, but youve just gotta remember and I know that Jeffrey does this, because we get a lot of practice that you just think about what youre doing, think about what youre in control of and remind yourself of what youve done to be where you are. Although he didnt share any similar stories, Dale Jr. probably knows what thats like. Dale, who was then married to Teressa Earnhardt, left a legacy and was honored with an "Earnhardt Tower" in the seating section at Daytona International Speedway. Dale, who was married three times, lost his life in the racing track on 18 February 2001. If it got in my leg, Id still be in the hospital. How NASCAR is gearing up for its "biggest change" in 2022, Why Bubba Wallaces Talladega win is such a big moment for NASCAR, Why Wallaces win is huge for NASCAR "About the fifth time he hit me, I ended up fighting back.". Also this year, if a wheel comes off a car while the vehicle is still on pit road, the vehicle restarts at the tail end of the field. You got the Toyota relationship and you look at what Christopher Bell did last year and it was pretty impressive Its just incredible what they have available for drivers thru TRD and Toyota. He has finished in the top 10 in eight of his last 10 starts at the track. Jimmie and Chad also discuss Garage 56 and the car that's being built that will run at Le Mans. " Jeffrey said. "Anytime you have any Earnhardts racing at your track it'sa good thing as far as I'm concerned," said Nashville Superspeedway president Erik Moses. I wish I had done things different, but at the same time it made me understand hard work and how these opportunities dont come easy. But he would do it almost like the Bible says: Dont let your left hand know what your right hand is doing. DONE DEAL: Speedway Motorsports finalizes deal to purchase Nashville Superspeedway, NATIONAL TV:: Why Nashville Superspeedway NASCAR Cup Series race will be 1 of 3 aired on NBC outside playoffs. In the ring, the only thing protecting him was him. Although they talked a bit about the future, the two Earnhardts also dove into the past when Jeffrey was "young and stupid" -- his words. Earnhardtwill run in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Tennessee Lottery 250 at 2:30 p.m. at Nashville Superspeedway. And they were even more thrilled when it was revealed that his nephew, Jeffrey Earnhardt, would be . "You can get hurt doing anything. Felix Sabates (former car owner in a 2006 interview): In a way, Dale dying did a lot for the sport. But he knew the Earnhardt name enough to know Jeffrey had bloodlines. Yeah, it might be a bigger risk, but it might come out to be a huge gain. Kyle Petty: Were out in Riverside (in 1980) riding go-karts with all the R.J. Reynolds people one night. He reminded it's not unusual for newcomers to be initially stunned and take punches, and that the sparring partner was two-time Golden Gloves champ Derek Hyatt. After ranking fifth as a K&N rookie in 2007, Jeffrey finished 15th in 2008, the final year for DEI, and his career stalled out. On this episode of the Dale Jr. Download, it's an Earnhardt family reunion as Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined in the Bojangles Studio by his sister Kelley Earnhardt Miller and their nephew Jeffrey Earnhardt. Our goal is to have the best racing possible everywhere we race, so during the offseason, we went to work on adjustments to strengthen the racing on short tracks and road courses. "Well I don't know if we will get that far ahead of ourselves just yet," Dale Jr. says. There were those who viewed Earnhardt as NASCARs Elvis for the fervor his fans showed. Sign up for the For The Win newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. He made 16 starts in 2021 with his best finishbeing 20th at Charlotte Road Course. During a rain delay at the Nashville race weekend, Junior went out with friends and ran into Jeffrey. And then Junior came along and Adam came along. Started that same year although I was 10 or 12 years younger or whatever, but we talked just like all drivers talked. 1, Past at Las Vegas: Finished top three in both races last year, Past as Las Vegas: Has a win and two top 10s in past five races, Past at Las Vegas: Won in March 2021 and was runner-up last March, Past at Las Vegas: Three consecutive finishes of seventh or better, Past at Las Vegas: Best career finish is fifth, Past at Las Vegas: Five consecutive finishes of 16th or worse. "I don't think he grew up anticipating to be a race car driver. Dale Earnhardt Jr. has followed a similar path to Jeff Gordon by taking up broadcasting duties in racing retirement. During a 2019 episode on the Dale Jr. Download podcast, Junior asked him what it was like to carry on the Earnhardt name. I didnt understand what I had. That was just over a year ago. I dont ever remember my dads feathers being ruffled. The Ride allows me to combine my passion for helping others with my love of motorcycles, and it is such a special gift.. The fight was the easiest. Opportunities didn't come easily. Allen was there the day Jeffrey had his first sparring practice. Sam Hunt Racing announced in January that Earnhardt will drivethe No. Jeffrey was driving an all-black No. He was that John Wayne character that wasnt a fictitious character on the screen. Jeffrey said he had several offers to continue fighting but has put MMA on hold while racing remains the priority. As he told Playboy magazine in a 2001 interview, "Me and my friends used to party all the time, and my dad would get mad and say, 'Quit that. We looked at it and kind of laughed about it and Im like, You just ruined my cowboy boots. Had Dale Earnhardt Inc. not folded soon after Dale Jr. left for Hendrick Motorsports following the 2007 season, Jeffrey might have had some of those advantages, too. Bill Malcolm (He told the News & Record in 2010 that he often stopped at a gas station for coffee on his way to work in the mid-1980s. John Probst, NASCAR Senior Vice President and Chief Racing Development Officer said of the rule changes: We saw incredible racing throughout the 2022 season, especially at the intermediate racetracks. Maybe one time we should switch just for fun., Gordon quickly responded, stating, Id like to check that out. Earnhardt Jr. simply has his fingerprints all over the sport that will only become greater. Alpha Prime Racing is owned by Tommy Joe Martins and Caesar Bacarella. So I know inside him he has that discipline. He has 109 races on his resume, one top-five finish, and three total top-10 finishes. But it wasn't his driving that got him this opportunity. Earnhardt, whose father is Kerry Earnhardt,has run 131 NASCAR Xfinity races over the last nine years. Larson has started the season slowly, but Vegas should be a salve. "The way I see it, in order to build something and be successful, you have to have a passion for it. The surprise call Jeffrey received to drive for JRM a few weeks ago was the latest of increased interaction this season with his uncle (who texted, "Nice beard" after watching Jeffrey in a TV qualifying interview at Phoenix). The first of two annual races at the 1.5-mile track finds Chevrolet driver Ross Chastain atop the point standings, trailed by Joey Logano, Alex Bowman, Kevin Harvick and Daniel Suarez. Thats what means the most to me and seeing how much it means to other people. Blaney has made 48 starts since his last points win. He did it right. An aspiring Jeffrey Earnhardt, the grandson of NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt, appeared on the Dale Jr. Download this past week with his famous uncle to discuss his current season, what lies ahead and the Earnhardt name. Jimmie Johnson to join Danica Patrick on Indy 500 coverage, Sasahara replaces injured Yamashita for Super Formula test, Sasahara replaces injured Yamashita for Super Formula test The annual Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America is scheduled April 29 May 5 in Nevada and Utah. The NASCAR Cup Series early season swing through the West continues Sunday with a 400-mile race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. It also highlights the importance of maintaining relationships, even if it is not always easy. Earnhardt Jr., who often is asked by fans why he hasn't put Jeffrey or half-brother Kerry in a JRM Chevy, is hoping the team might find another start for Jeffrey, or a solid finish at Richmond might attract interest from other teams, "I'd sure like to see him get some opportunities," Earnhardt Jr. said. Dale Sr. and his first wife Latane (Kerry's mom) were married when they were 18 years old, and got divorced a few years later when Kerry was just 3 years old. As Dale Jr said, Im happy to see him despite his busy schedule, and its that kind of love and respect that keeps the Earnhardt family strong. Hailie Deegan got the votes, but now she needs a ride; Ford Performance looks for a fit, NASCAR's little bother IMSA delivers a French kiss to hybrid auto power | KEN WILLIS, NASCAR hit the road 75 years ago with Big Bill France at the wheel | KEN WILLIS, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Its been 44 years since NASCAR opened a racing season without an Earnhardt behind the wheel in one of its national divisions. And thats cool to see, and that, to me, is what makes our last name so special and knowing what it means to other people. NASCAR announced Tuesday that it will make changes to the Cup car for road course events and a majority of races at tracks 1.058 mile and less. Kelley opened up about their familys background and how they grew up with step-parents and half-siblings. He was so proud of it. The Earnhardt family dynamic is also a topic of discussion, as well as Jeffreys memories of Dale Sr. and his relationship with his father Kerry. "I've never really been the fighting type, but I guess once someone hits you hard enough and makes you mad enough you're going to hit him back, eventually. Dale Earnhardt won six of his seven Cup titles with RCR. 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