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Joe Gibbs recalls Tony Stewart’s early doubts, Mark Martin’s son shares fun Dale Sr. story, and more
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"He said 'I'm not ready for Cup'": Joe Gibbs reveals Tony Stewart’s early doubts before NASCAR stardom
NASCAR legend Joe Gibbs recently looked back on the early days of Tony Stewart's career when the now-three-time Cup champion was not quite sure if he was ready for the sports' top-tier series.
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"I didn't realize the work ethic needed to be as great as I could": When Dale Earnhardt Jr. looked back on life without his father’s leadership
The 2001 NASCAR season was supposed to be a continuation of Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s rise. He was two years into his Cup Series career, partnered with a legacy team and backed by Budweiser. But after the tragic death of Dale Earnhardt Sr. in the Daytona 500, the weight of expectations shifted instantly.
