He finished first or second in the points 10 times in his career. Won 54 races. When he won the 1992 title, it was the greatest battle for the championship NASCAR had ever seen. Although he won 50 races as a driver and later six championships as a team owner, there would be no driving title for Johnson. However, as the years progressed, Waltrip continued to win, as his four Cup victories came on restrictor plate tracks. The first winner of the award was Curtis Turner in 1949. Drivers have a way of earning respect on the track, but that carries over in the garage. Regardless of where Chastain finishes in the final voting, there is no denying that his 2022 season featured a significant number of changes in terms of public opinion. He won the Coke 600 and Brickyard 400 four times each and won the Southern 500 and Daytona 500 twice each. That popularity among his peers and fans earned him a spot in the inaugural NASCAR Hall of Fame class. He. Along the way, he has won the Daytona 500 three times, won 48 Cup races and built a Hall of Fame resume. 3 wasn't on the door panel. Most Popular Driver Award Winners. Mark Martin Martin was Denny Hamlin before Denny Hamlin. The list also includes Christopher Bell, reigning champion Joey Logano, Martin Truex Jr., Alex Bowman, and Ryan Blaney. The remaining two names are where the list gets interesting. Sawyer began his racing career competing at Langley Speedway in his home state of Virginia. Bobby Allison Finished second in the points five times before winning the 1983 championship. David Pearson A three-time champion. 43, they know who drove it. NASCAR on TV; Drivers; He has also previously held competition roles at Red Bull Racing and Evernham Motorsports. Getty NASCAR racing has been my life for decades. He has many vocal supporters, as well as many vocal critics. To be known as a Winston Cup champion became a much-coveted honor. Burton also is one that doesn't sugar coat what he feels and will speak his mind. Brad isn't a bad driver, but man is he having a tough go at this next-gen car. His nickname was "The Professor," and in NASCAR, it's hard to find those kind of legends to give that kind of insight. NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Chase Elliott has been named NASCAR's Most Popular Driver for the 2022 season, earning the honor during the NASCAR Awards ceremony at the Music City Center in. Although his NASCAR career didn't see victory lane in Cup competition, Wallace admits his proudest moment was finishing second behind Dale Earnhardt in his final victory. Dale Earnhardt The seven-time champion was particularly dominant from 1986-91. Each one comes to the track wearing familiar colors of their driver, just showing the passion that the sport brings out. Unfortunately, he also had to see his long-time friend, Dale Earnhardt, pass away in the final corner. Smith finished third in the Craftsman Truck Series standings last year, recording three wins, nine top fives and 16 top 10s. He was the first to eclipse the 210 mph mark on a superspeedway then won the first Winston Million. Brought to NASCAR to help shepherd the Next Gen project, Thomas led the day-to-day management of the Next Gen car since the beginning of the development cycle in 2019. As one of the originators of the speedway era in NASCAR in the early 1960s, Fireball Roberts was a name everyone recognized in the sport. One thing is for sure, the "Ice Man" was always cool when behind the wheel. He was popular especially for the commercials he did with UPS. It has been a great experience over the years seeing him grow and become a very talented driver.. It was his unique celebration that earned him the popularity with the fans, and it is surely to only go up with each season. Who is the most popular driver of all time? In 2004 at Rockingham, Long made the lineup, but he and some other drivers on the starting grid had the unfortunate term of "field fillers." But, Craven's most talked about moment came two years later at Darlington. In a series first, NASCAR will award medals to the top three finishers in a Cup race. He only ran more than 3/4 of the season five times. But, when it comes to NASCAR, they have their own "Mayor.". Thought to go into the NASCAR Hall of Fame on the first class of inductees, Pearson was surprisingly left out. Blaney has started releasing some short videos that would fit perfectly in any political campaign. That smile, the joy and the happiness grew on the fans and will only continue as the years progress. Results on who will be named the Most Popular Driver will be posted on or about December 1, 2022., Chase Elliott was selected as the Most Popular Driver in 2021 and upon receiving the recognition he stated, Well, I just cant thank the fans across the country enough. He wasn't popular because of his racing, nor his success. Chase Elliott is the most popular driver in the NASCAR Cup Series, but this year's most popular Xfinity Series driver might be just as obvious. For Dave Marcis, his racing career spanned over 30 years and saw him win only five times. It was inspired in part by the NBA's decision to select the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History on its 50th anniversary in 1996. At that point, fans began to hate Busch as he would go on to win the following week at Bristol. Honoring them in this way, at the beginning of the NASCAR 50th Anniversary celebration, is one way of showing our true appreciation for them and the invaluable contribution they have given over the past 50 years. The "Candyman" himself has finally been taken down the list of the most hated active NASCAR drivers. A win in the Daytona 500, then at Indianapolis and again at Charlotte was by far the best season of his entire career. National award, covering every NASCAR series. Landon Cassill wont be returning to the Kaulig Racing No. For over 40 years, "The King" has been a fixture in the sport. Bill Elliott holds the record for the most awards with 16 followed by Dale Earnhardt Jr. with 15. It's hard to say, but Hamlin made the most of the opportunity. 1 of 20. NASCAR and the National Motorsports Press Association revealed the current top 10 most popular drivers in the NASCAR Cup Series. He's an eye catcher for young girls, and for the guys his driving ability is second to none. When he made the first Chase in 2004, he finished third, then second the next season. That will lead him to much success down the road. That race has been nicknamed "Won From Above" simply because of how all the numbers lined up. Not only do the medals honor the rich tradition of this stadium, but they also provide a special element unique to NASCARs 75th anniversary.. In this role, Patalak also investigates all crashes and driver protection issues. Mark Martin is without question the most popular, most respected and overall most liked driver in the garage. Prior to joining NASCAR, Sawyer served as director of team operations for IMSAs Action Express Racing. After teaming up with Michael Waltrip Racing to drive the "Aaron's Dream Machine" in the Sprint Cup Series, Reutimann has gained his own following of fans. In the end, it was that illness that took Richmond away from racing. GettyJoey Logano (left) & Ryan Blaney (right) race at Phoenix Raceway. When he wins, he lets everyone know it, not just on the radio but after exiting his car. The image of Bodine being carted off to the ambulance, all the while trying to take off his oxygen mask, earned the respect of everyone. How can you not love a driver with the nickname "Onion." Dale Earnhardt Jr's popularity was secure simply because of the name, and after his father's death, it grew 10-fold. His toughness and will to win is what gave him the 1973 championship. But, his popularity among the ladies is rather obvious. Probst joined NASCAR in 2016, providing senior oversight of an engineering group that develops and incorporates new technology into all aspects of NASCAR competition. pic.twitter.com/4PPjDbCy0J. That win would be Craven's last and would be the final one for Pontiac. 1. His career ended in 1960 after a crash at Daytona, but he has forever been credited as being one of the pioneers of the sport we know today. Pearson up high, Petty down low, and the two connect out of Turn 4, with each hitting the wall. It was termed "Allison Wonderland" in 1988 as Bobby won the Daytona 500 with son Davey placing second. Joey Lagano, 1939 GMC Pickup. Burton admits that after he is done driving, he would like to get into politics. He finished second in the points three other years. Any driver willing to tape his eyes open in order to race is beyond tough. But, he will let you know when he is. But, in a way, his legacy lives on. The older of the Labonte brothers, Terry has enjoyed a guaranteed Hall of Fame career in NASCAR. @chaseelliott wins the 2022 NMPA Most Popular Driver Award presented by @Hooters! Media requests: reply below and Ill answer publicly, the best I can. After a trying relationship at Ganassi, McMurray went to Roush and saw some success but only two victories. He scored his best points finish second in 1991. X Most Recent @nascarcasm At-Track Driver Wins eNascar Fantasy Fastlane Garage 56 Lineup Gallery Memorable Moments Most Popular Driver NASCAR 75 NASCAR Competition NASCAR Roots Paint Scheme . When everyone sees that No. 11 NASCAR Whelen Euro Series - EuroNASCAR 2 Division drivers. The list in alphabetical order includes Christopher Bell, Ryan Blaney, Alex Bowman, Kyle Busch, Ross Chastain, Chase Elliott, Kevin Harvick, Kyle Larson, Joey Logano, and Martin Truex Jr. NASCAR Twitter Im thankful to the France Family and everyone at NASCAR for the opportunity they gave me seven years ago, and I appreciate the chance to stay in the fold to help however and wherever I can. Another three races, he gave the entire NASCAR community a chance to heal as he took the GM Goodwrench Chevrolet to victory lane in Atlanta after a photo finish with Jeff Gordon. Latest NASCAR News. Elliott Sadler has the most with four awards in the Xfinity Series, and Johnny Benson Jr. has the most awards at three in the Gander RV & Outdoors Truck Series. In simple terms, NASCAR is all about popularity. Labonte retired following the 2006 season but has made appearances for Michael Waltrip Racing and other teams throughout the last few years. 3. His aggressive driving style led to on-track conflicts with Denny Hamlin, Elliott, Austin Dillon, Busch, and multiple other drivers. 1. View Fullscreen. But, Carl Long does have a place on this list because it was one incident that sparked his popularity among the fans. Between 2000 and 2002, Busch had an intense rivalry with Jimmy Spencer that saw the two have numerous run-ins on the track. The 2018 NMPA Most Popular Driver will be announced during the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Awards program Thursday, Nov. 29 at Wynn Las Vegas. His win in the 1960 Daytona 500 can be credited to him discovering the use of drafting. Bill Elliot Hall of Famer Bill Elliot was voted the sport's most popular driver 16 times throughout his 37 years of racing. Honorable mentions: Jeff Burton, Jim Paschal, Curtis Turner, Geoffrey Bodine, Buddy Baker, Greg Biffle, Neil Bonnett, Harry Gant. He won the first Chase by eight points, giving Jack Roush his second of two titles. Fireball Roberts 1 of 49 As one of the originators of the speedway era in NASCAR in the early 1960s, Fireball Roberts. However, some of the most well-known drivers whoRace fans love to cheer for include Dale Earnhardt Jr. , Kyle Busch, Kevin Harvick, Jimmie Johnson, Brad Keselowski and Joey Logano. When Labonte took over the lead late in the season, fans knew it would come down to the final races. There is no one that defines toughness as much as Rudd. He is a massive Washington Capitals fan, lover of history, and can be found at Dominion Raceway most Saturday nights. Here, we've compiled a list of the 30 very best NASCAR drivers to ever compete in the sport's history. I have been a proud member of this extraordinary team for eight years, and I look forward to continuing to help grow the outstanding competition weve seen over the last several seasons, Sawyer said. Chase Elliott sits in fifth with four wins. When you have championship seasons that saw him win seven, 10 and 13 races in a matter of three years, haters will be there. As a kid, you always have the goal of one day racing in the Cup Series. Kaulig Racing announced Wednesday that Chandler Smith will attempt to qualify for the Daytona 500 in a third Kaulig car but has not announced plans for the 10 Xfinity car. 1954 - Lee Petty. He was once known as NASCAR's "Iron Man," but Ricky Rudd's popularity could be defined by his longevity and toughness. He also had a Daytona 500 win and a Southern 500 victory among his 84 career wins. Before retiring in 2016, Carl Edwards was one of NASCAR's most popular and likable figures, with his signature backflip off the top of his car being arguably the best post-race celebration in history. pic.twitter.com/iM7jihS3VZ, RELATED: NASCAR COO Steve ODonnell Appears To Signal They Will Outlaw Moves Like Ross Chastains Hail Melon Martinsville Move. That seemingly won't change as he is not even in the prime of his career. He'll have a lot of votes from the fansthat's for sure. It was as though the celebration for the fans and Michael was robbed. Here is a list of those five drivers, listed in alphabetical order. Smith finished third in the Craftsman Truck Series standings last year, recording three wins, nine top fives and 16 top 10s. These days, Lorenzen focuses mainly on the stock market and makes a lot of money using his portfolio. Sponsorships drive my business, and my sponsors over the last two years have been through a lot. The race winner will receive a gold medal, the runner-up will receive a silver medal, and the third-place finisher will be given the bronze medal in the exhibition race. Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart, Carl Edwards, Danica Patrick, Matt Kenseth and NASCAR's perennial Most Popular Driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr., are just a few to step away from full-time competition. 7. He won 37 of his 76 career victories during that time period. The 2003 NASCAR Cup champion was always cool on the track, not being aggressive and earned the respect of many drivers. These names all make sense for a variety of reasons, including their. Kyle Busch Two-time Cup champion whose 59 wins ranks ninth on the all-time wins list and hes only 36 years old. Earnhardt didn't show much emotion, but the loss hit him hard as everyone could tell. He says that the he felt he should have finished second to Dale that afternoon, and since his passing, he has felt that is how it was meant to be. Dale Earnhardt Jr. won the award for 15 consecutive. With his fourth consecutive title in 2009, and now his fifth consecutive title this year, more fans are beginning to appreciate what Johnson has done. The 1979 Daytona 500 put not only him, but NASCAR on the map. The 1988 Cup Series champion Bill Elliott holds the record for Most Popular Driver Award wins with 16 1984-88, 1991-2000 and 2002. On This Day in NASCAR History; NASCAR Flags; NASCAR Hall of Fame Inductees; NASCAR Hall of Fame Information; . NASCAR unveiled the list on November 21 and revealed which drivers in alphabetical order -have been receiving the most votes through the first two weeks. 10. He also works play-by-play for TNT and is not one for hiding his emotion. Another member of the Alabama Gang, Bobby Allison's career is one that is among the finest in NASCAR. It's easy to remember and fans know when they hear that name who is being talked about. In this role, Patalak also investigates all crashes and driver protection issues. We started sponsoring him when he was eight years old. NASCAR's 50 Greatest Drivers is an alphabetical list of NASCAR drivers. 10 car full-time for the 2023 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. Noah Gragson was named Most Popular Driver for the Xfinity Series, while Hailie Deegan earned Most Popular Driver honors in the Truck Series for the second year in a row. It was one of the greatest races NASCAR had ever run, but it was one that Bobby never remembers. I was really mind blown on a few occasions this year of that support to see it first hand.. Other multiple award winners include Lee Petty with three and Fred Lorenzen and Curtis Turner with two. In other weeks, however, Chastain had far fewer supporters. He drives a Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, and his car number is 8. The patriarch of the greatest name in NASCAR and one of the five newest inductees for the NASCAR Hall of Fame. What's next for this tough driver? And what a career he's had driving the blue deuce. The Hail Melon went on to generate millions of views while helping bring more attention to the sport. Smith will run the full Xfinity schedule for Kaulig. That attitude grew a fan base that was extremely dedicated to their driver. Everyone at the track, on TV and in the broadcast booth had to hold their breath to see if things would turn out alright. Wallace is as popular with today's fans as when he was driving. Were extremely excited about continuing our sponsorship of Chandler, Quick Tie CEO Harvel Crumley said. Dale Earnhardt Jr., elected to the NMPA Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2020, won the award for 15 consecutive seasons from 2003-2017. From 1970-79, he won five of his championships and 89 of 326 races meaning he won more than a quarter of the races run in the 1970s. Kurt Busch became popular probably in the most unorthodox of ways. The list also includes Christopher Bell, reigning champion Joey Logano, Martin Truex Jr., Alex Bowman, and Ryan Blaney. Petty retired from driving in 1992, but in a way, he just never left. landon cassill (@landoncassill) January 18, 2023. That's what earned him induction into the inaugural NASCAR Hall of Fame. But, what really set off his popularity in NASCAR was the moment that blasted NASCAR into the main stream. Jarrett provided great insight into the drivers, their thought process and was part of the great TNN coverage team with Eli Gold and Buddy Baker. But then got asked to drive the No. The list in alphabetical order includes Christopher Bell, Ryan Blaney, Alex Bowman, Kyle Busch, Ross Chastain, Chase Elliott, Kevin Harvick, Kyle Larson, Joey Logano, and Martin Truex Jr. RELATED: Jeff Burton Explains Why He Believes Joey Logano Is The Most Valuable Race Car Driver In The Sport. But, it's the man outside those statistics that make him the most popular driver, and man, in NASCAR history. Johnsons seven titles came in 11 seasons, a remarkable feat in what at that point was arguably the most competitive era of NASCAR. Look for this young man to continue to grow in support for years to come. 1957 - Fireball Roberts. NASCAR fans are the ones that purchase their favorite t-shirts, hats and die-casts of the driver they root for each week. The result was typically a win, a wreck or an exploding engine. He won the championship three of those years. A young face, great driving ability and great determination sum up Kasey Kahne. These will be tremendous prizes for our drivers who are competing inside a venue thats hosted two Olympic Games and is preparing for a third, said Ben Kennedy, NASCARs senior vice president for racing development and strategy. His run-in with Jeff Gordon in 2006 at Bristol was a hot topic, but it showed that Kenseth was not one to take lightly. There really is no telling how far "Fireball" could have gone in the sport. His legacy is set and is still growing with every season. Their accomplishments are the benchmark that much of our history is identified by. Whether at the wheel or at the mic, Jarrett is as popular now as in his driving days. Not only do the medals honor the rich tradition of this stadium, but they also provide a special element unique to NASCARs 75th anniversary.. Los Angeles will host the 2028 Oympics. A lot of respect from both the fans and the drivers goes toward Johnson, and his popularity continues to grow as he remains a constant figure in the sport. Darrell Waltrip Claimed three titles, winning them in a five-year period in the 1980s. For most of its 75-year history, and particularly since the early 1970s, the focal point of the NASCAR Cup Series has been the season championship. Another one of the pioneers of the sport was Cale Yarborough. Media requests: reply below and Ill answer publicly, the best I can. He wasn't very outspoken, but he spoke out when needed. Voting for the Most Popular Driver continues until 12:00 PM ET on November 30, 2022. The second video alleged that the reigning Most Popular Driver thinks that Parmesan Garlic wings are too spicy.. As a kid, you always have the goal of one day racing in the Cup Series. In fact, it causes a lot of arguments. Only question among everyone in the sport that keeps coming up is "Could he continue this dominance?". Staying loyal to his son, his popularity continued to grow as so many people have given to the Victory Junction Gang Camp in Adam's memory. Or not in the top 10. Since joining NASCAR in 2014, Jacuzzi has led the team tasked to design the aerodynamic elements of the race vehicles for all three national series including the Next Gen car as well as the Garage 56 car scheduled to run in the 2023 24 Hours of Le Mans. It's appropriate that this year Jarrett is being inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame as he rightfully earned the spot. However, thanks to one track and another family member, Allison's popularity in NASCAR was set in stone. Junior Johnson Johnson was the opposite of a points racer. Here's a list of the 10 Coolest Cars NASCAR drivers drive at home. Where's it going from here? Current NASCAR Cup Series drivers name their favorite driver Watch on As the sport has many drivers who have passionate fan bases. The race winners medal weighs 4.7 ounces and is covered in 24-karat plated gold. It also meant that when he did get angry, it was something to talk about. Has won at least one race for 17 consecutive years, tying him for second with David Pearson on the all-time list. But, who would have thought that one wreck would set off the popularity, and amount of help, for someone just trying to earn a living. It's not the track promoters that spend the money in commercials, and it is certainly not the sponsors getting their product exposure every weekend. John Probst has been promoted to chief racing development officer; Dr. Eric Jacuzzi has been promoted to vice president of vehicle performance; Dr. John Patalak has been promoted to vice president of safety engineering; and Brandon Thomas has been promoted to vice president of vehicle design. Petty was also credited with starting the longest-running team in the sport, Petty Enterprises. These days, Wallace is always a fixture at the track, especially when ESPN is doing the races. These will be tremendous prizes for our drivers who are competing inside a venue thats hosted two Olympic Games and is preparing for a third, said Ben Kennedy, NASCARs senior vice president for racing development and strategy. Now, his own "Junior Nation" follows him loyally but has been frustrated. The commercials featuring the UPS team trying to get Dale to drive their "big brown truck" are among some of the most creative ever seen for NASCAR. Elliott previously won the Most Popular Driver award in 2018, 2019, and 2020 as well. Watch more top videos, highlights, and B/R original content, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. And, much like his fellow driver Alan Kulwicki, he was taken away from the sport way too quickly. Paige Rogers, Eloy Sebastin Lpez Falcn, Caleb Johnson and Nathan Lyons will make their debut this year. But if you saw that smile beneath the huge mustache, Earnhardt was the kindest man you could ever meet. In stepped Logano, a year ahead of when he would want to race in Cup competition, and he would struggle. That is yet to be seen as his career is just getting warmed up. Will this wild move lead to Chastain dethroning Elliott? Sure, he eventually caved in and did drive the truck. But, when Edwards won his first race, he decided to do something different, and at the same time, save the equipment. Voting for Most Popular Driver opened on November 8. Missed one race due to the death of his father. A fierce competitor (ask Kevin Harvick about this), Rudd won at least one time every season for 16 consecutive years. Where's the success? In fact, he was one of the first to make the transition from behind the wheel to on the microphone. From that point on, it was hard to argue that Childress would be popular in NASCAR. He died in a helicopter crash in 1993. 4-29-51 equals No. Here are some of the most famous NASCAR drivers who are considered the all-time best in the sport. Most Popular Driver Award presented by Hooters. The fans, young and old, have made NASCAR what it is today. Five drivers with a shot at the crown, and in the end by leading just one more lap than his closest competitor, Kulwicki took his lone championship. After running to the front of the field, he and Kurt Busch had an intense battle that saw both bump and beat on each other for seven corners. 9.2 Part-time drivers. Allison remains one of the most popular drivers from the early days and continues the legacy of one of the more famous names in NASCAR. Who is the most well liked NASCAR driver? Busch has termed it the "unwind lap," in that he drives around the track backwards. Most recently, he held the role of NASCAR vice president, technical inspection and officiating, a role he assumed in 2016. Who is the best driver in NASCAR in 2022? One of the nicest guys in the garage in the early years of NASCAR, Jarrett won titles in 1961 and 1965. But who is the most popular driver of all-time? After an altercation with police in Phoenix, Busch was released from Roush and soon began his career with Roger Penske. There has only been one name in NASCAR with the distinction of going through four generations of drivers. With NASCAR in its two-week break, the NBC Sports NASCAR Power Rankings puts together its top 10 list of drivers in the sports history. The list also includes championship runner-up Ross Chastain and 2021 Cup Series champion Kyle Larson. The following year, Busch found himself on the wrong end of the lawliterally. Everyone knows the green flag has waved when they hear DW's famous words. 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