He retired after 26 wins and 149 top-5 finishes in 631 races including two Daytona 500 checkered flags. You are all over the place, Dale Jr. said as they opened the conversation. Jeffrey Earnhardt is the nephew of Dale Earnhardt Jr. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices, Recapping the Daytona 500 with Steve Letarte, Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined by his fellow NBC commentator and host of Dirty Mo Dough, Steve Letarte this week for episode 415 of the Dale Jr. Download. Its incredible to see fans hell, this past weekend, I was just hanging out at the (Las Vegas Motor Speedway) track, but I ran into a lady that I ran into last year. Not surprisingly, everything changed on that tragic day in February 2001 when Dale Sr. died on the last lap of the Daytona 500. However, there is one area that he remains jealous of his former Hendrick Motorsports teammate. "That's helped me to understand what it takes to do this.". She said, There are similarities in our family, all the way from Dad down, that weve all been through and grown up with.. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and co-host Mike Davis are live from the Daytona 500 at the Chevy Experience, joined by 7-time NASCAR Champion Jimmie Johnson and Hendrick Motorsports VP of Competition Chad Knaus. The remaining 40 cars are divided into two 60-lap qualifying "duels" to be run on Thursday night. 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 Im not you, Im not Pawpaw Dale.. The penalty to crew members was reduced to two races this year. He was in the gym four or more hours seven days a week. Kyle Petty: Were out in Riverside (in 1980) riding go-karts with all the R.J. Reynolds people one night. But the biggest challenge for Jeffrey? And when DEI fell apart, I realized it wasnt. So I know inside him he has that discipline. Earnhardt didnt tiptoe in. Limited by sponsorship, he has started five of six races in 2013 with a best finish of 20th at Phoenix International Raceway. He would pull in. "That was really what got me really interested to know him better," Dale Earnhardt Jr. told USA TODAY Sports. Im looking forward to putting on that bow-tie and leading this team to their first victory next season., HAILIE DEEGAN:Hailie Deegan got the votes, but now she needs a ride; Ford Performance looks for a fit, NEW ERA:NASCAR's little bother IMSA delivers a French kiss to hybrid auto power | KEN WILLIS, 75th anniversary:NASCAR hit the road 75 years ago with Big Bill France at the wheel | KEN WILLIS. To give me this opportunity is something Ill never forget.. Jeffrey Earnhardt, the 32-year-old grandson of Dale Earnhardt Sr., won the pole Friday evening for Saturday's Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300. That streak continues in 2023, with Jeffrey Earnhardt announcing a full-time ride in the Xfinity Series. Six key themes to follow in the 2022 NASCAR Cup season, How NASCAR had to learn a harsh lesson ahead of Next Gen arrival, How NASCAR had to learn harsh lesson Fans have told him how cool it is to see an Earnhardt driving an Earnhardt car. Jeffrey is currently racing part-time in the second-tier XFINITY Series for Joe Gibbs Racing, and the 29-year-old driver stopped by his uncles podcast, the Dale Jr. Download, this week. Grandpa Dale won 34 total races at Daytona, including his long-sought Daytona 500 in 1998. Among those scheduled to participate on the ride are drivers Richard Petty, Ken Schrader, Kenny Wallace and Max Papis, former football star and senatorial candidate Herschel Walker and NBC Sports broadcaster Rick Allen. 0:04. He admits he threw away early opportunities that could have changed his path. This race will mark the 136th career series start for Jeffrey Earnhardt since 2009. It's all part of growing up.". I had a pair of cowboy boots and whatever was sharp was under that thing slit my cowboy boots from the top to the bottom like a razor. He. Although they talked a bit about the future, the two Earnhardts also dove into the past when Jeffrey was "young and stupid" -- his words. While he's been racing for years, he hasn't had the success of his uncle or his grandfather. 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. Allen was there the day Jeffrey had his first sparring practice. Dale Earnhardt celebrates his fourth Cup Championship with wife Teresa Earnhardt and daughter Taylor Earnhardt after the Atlanta Journal 500 on Nov. 18, 1990. 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. That was good stuff that should have propelled him where he wanted to go.". He just nailed it everywhere he went. NASCAR. Hes sitting at a table (in the back of the teams hauler) peeling an orange. Jeffrey Lynn Earnhardt [1] (born June 22, 1989) is an American professional stock car racing driver who competes full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No. "It wasn't a lot of fun. He did it with the officials. Obviously the Cup opportunities just werent there and I said alright, what better place than Gibbs? As the two continue their journeys in the broadcast booth, Earnhardt Jr. revealed there is one thing he has become jealous of concerning Gordon. ' he said. Michael Allen didn't know much about NASCAR when Jeffrey walked into the training facility for Renegade MMA of Charlotte last year. It didn't hurt that Dale Jr. had top equipment and the full support from his dad at the time. Those are all tracks that have the wet weather package (rain tires, wipers, etc.). 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. The way he went about himself with the Intimidator look and driving style, it was always there. He's getting his head on his shoulders, acting a lot more mature and being responsible about his career. A graduate in Direction from Ricky Stenhouse Jr. won the season opener at Daytona, and Kyle Busch scored last Sunday at Auto Club Speedway. Earnhardt and co-host Mike Davis raise the bar with unparalleled perspective, candid commentary, and fascinating, first-person insight into the "Half the people were telling me, 'You're stupid to go do it, what if you get hurt?' Jacuzzi said the engine panel strakes are metal pieces that sweep outward behind the front tires and make front downforce. 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. 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. ", KD stars with Booker in long-awaited Suns debut, Top draft prospect Carter charged in fatal crash, No. (9:20) Dale, Kelley, and producer Alex Timms share their most recent playlist song additions. I didnt understand what I had. 44 Chevy entry for Alpha Prime Racing.While he is an Earnhardt, Jeffrey has made it a point to earn his opportunities in racing based on hard work and merit, not his namesake. "They gave me sim time and then they started giving me notes and advice and all kinds of other stuff to help me develop as a driver. And she just bawled like crazy when I walked up and hugged her, and she did the same thing this weekend. His dad raced. 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. He has finished in the top 10 in eight of his last 10 starts at the track. So these opportunities are thrust at him, and he's thrown into these cars, and he's around all these distractions. So that speaks volumes. I want you to know Ive been a dozen years sober, Im now a preacher at this small church, and I just wanted you to know that I was such a bad example to you, what happened in my life. Last night all 42 cars that are entered in the race did one full turn at full speed to determine the two front-row spots with Chase Briscoe and Alex Bowman claiming the top spots for Sunday's race. Reveals Deep-Seeded Reason Why He Will Never Leave NASCAR. But it was remote controlled by the office with two-way glass. At the gate, this man gets out and is standing at the gate looking, and Earnhardt says, Huh. In a recent episode of the Dale Jr. Download podcast, Dale Earnhardt Jr was joined by his sister Kelley Earnhardt Miller and their nephew, Jeffrey Earnhardt, and they talked about the family's unique dynamics. Qualifying format for the Daytona 500 The Daytona 500 features a unique qualifying format that is not used anywhere else on the NASCAR calendar. 5 Nationwide Series car for his uncle, Dale Earnhardt Jr. But the importance of maintaining familial relationships cannot be understated. The passion wasn't in Jeffrey, either. The fact that we didnt get to see that happen is only going to continue to make him larger than life. "That's what you want to see," Dale Jr. says. If it got in my leg, Id still be in the hospital. "You can imagine how dedicated you have to be to the training. Jeffrey had some experience in this arena. (3:00) Due to popular demand, the segment where Dale is quizzed on how well he knows his wife Amy is brought back for another round of questions. Dale Jr. Kyle Petty: He came in like Darrell (Waltrip) did. 3 Chevrolet. I like to think those days are past. Reddick needs a boost at Las Vegas to bounce back from tough runs at Daytona (39th) and Auto Club (34th). Finally a segment on short track racing. He just walked over the next week to the truck and said, I got these for you, and that was the end of the conversation. (Photo by Jerry Markland/Getty Images) To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. So I get this opportunity with Gaunt Brothers to drive a Toyota and they were like, alright lets see if we can get you some sim time. While Dale Earnhardt Jr. is recognized for his on-track accomplishments and his work as one of NASCAR's greatest ambassadors, he's shown a much more personal side on his podcast through the years. EDITORS NOTE: NBC Sports will take a look at the life, legacy, and long-lasting impact of Dale Earnhardt, who died on the last lap of the Daytona 500 on Feb. 18, 2001. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices, The Future of Fontana; Kyle Busch is a Fan Favorite, Dale Earnhardt Jr. and his co-host Mike Davis are reunited in the Bojangles Studio and it's time for another episode of the Dale Jr. Download. Earnhardtwill run in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Tennessee Lottery 250 at 2:30 p.m. at Nashville Superspeedway. 5 Chevrolet with CorvetteParts.net sponsorship for Jeffrey Earnhardt in Friday night's Nationwide Series race at Richmond International Raceway, it'll mark another example of the team's commitment to showcasing younger talent. I've done it myself. He made his Nationwide debut in 2009 but has made only 15 starts since. The upcoming introduction of the Next-Gen car may open the door to JR Motorsports fielding a driver shortly. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Drivers to watch in NASCAR Cup Series race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, NASCAR suspends pit crew members for wheel coming off car, NASCAR makes rule changes for road courses, many tracks 1 mile or less, Kyle Petty Charity Ride scheduled to visit Nevada, Utah, MORE: NASCAR Power Rankings: Kyle Busch is No. Jesus dying did a lot for Christianity. Still, we want to give you the opportunity to enjoy an ad-free and tracker-free website and to continue using your adblocker. (She broke down crying) big time. Since 2009, hes competed in 68 XFINITY Series races, plus 75 Cup Series events since 2015. But I feel like because you grow up in it, you kind of understand how to channel that pressure and not let it sit on your shoulders. The 44-year-old driver-turned-broadcaster explained how throughout his career and even now, people still tell him he hasn't earned his place. 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. Dale Earnhardt Jr. has spent more than two decades around NASCAR, both on the track and off it. "It was pretty exciting, actually, to step out of my comfort zone," Jeffrey says. Adjustments will be made to the car that will create a significant reduction in downforce, and based on driver feedback and what we saw from the January test in Phoenix, were excited to see the results of these efforts.. Jeffrey Earnhardt is a fourth-generation driver RELATED: Richard Petty's First Encounter With Dale Earnhardt Sr. Involved a 9-Car Wreck and a Finger-Pointing Confrontation The first of three marriages for Dale Earnhardt Sr. took place in 1968 when he was 17 years old. As Junior put it, This is the perfect example of mine and Jeffreys relationship. 18+, UK residents only, T&Cs Apply, Gamble Responsibly. Obviously the Cup opportunities just werent there and I said alright, what better place than Gibbs? We raced. CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Jeffrey Earnhardt took one punch. The changes to the car were made after complaints about the difficulty Cup drivers had with passing at many short tracks and road courses last year. Are PSG better off without Neymar in big games? Jeffrey said his next race is at the end of the month at Texas Motor Speedway. And I feel like Ive been able to handle that pretty well and know that Im cutting my own path. That was just over a year ago. I forget exactly what the object of the game was, but then he gets up from the chair, we all had a big laugh and Taylor is having a ball because now her dad is chasing Miss Jackie, trying to get whipped cream or shaving cream on her. 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. 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. Wallace has failed to finish both races to date, parking after an accident at Daytona and losing an engine at Auto Club. Dale, a 2010 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee, died in 2001. He has made 76 Cup starts and 10 Camping World Truck . Its kind of mind-blowing really., 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.. The annual Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America is scheduled April 29 May 5 in Nevada and Utah. 3 car for RCR, that my pawpaw made famous, has long been a dream of mine and now its finally happening. Since the 2018 season, Earnhardt Jr. has been in the booth covering races in the second half of the season for NBC Sports. I havent had the best opportunities in the past, but Ive appreciated every one of them. Hopefully yall will cover the great racing in NC Va SC Ga and Fl this summer.Also like Letart review the cup races it was great . A new home for Michael Thomas?
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