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Dale Jr. shuts down backlash over Jeff Gordon tribute
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. slams fans who questioned the HMS icon’s decision to honor Jeff Gordon’s iconic livery
Former NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. recently defended TJ Majors' decision to honor former Cup Series champion Jeff Gordon despite the backlash. Recently, Dirty Mo Media shared images of the hood featuring Gordon's iconic flame livery, and fans were not impressed, criticizing the decision.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. comes clean on his 'envious' nature as a driver before NASCAR champs humbled him
Dale Earnhardt Jr. reflected on one of his biggest regrets in his NASCAR career, admitting he was not always the teammate he wished he had been. The two-time Daytona 500 winner opened up ahead of the 2026 season, discussing the Chase format, the growth of JR Motorsports, and lessons learned as a Cup Series driver.
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