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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / April 7
Richard Petty takes shot at FOX NASCAR coverage during appearance in booth at Darlington

Richard Petty takes shot at FOX NASCAR coverage during appearance in booth at Darlington

Richard Petty made an appearance on the FS1 broadcast of Sunday’s Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway. It was throwback weekend, so what better way for FOX Sports to honor the history of the sport than inviting “The King” to the booth alongside his son Kyle Petty.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / March 28
Kyle Petty recalls filling in for Kevin Harvick mid-race, huge NASCAR fine

Kyle Petty recalls filling in for Kevin Harvick mid-race, huge NASCAR fine

Only once during his Hall of Fame NASCAR career did Kevin Harvick voluntarily take himself out of the racecar during a race. It was at Bristol in 2004 when Harvick’s arms fell asleep inside the car.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / March 27
Kyle Petty recalls grim reality of NASCAR racing in past eras

Kyle Petty recalls grim reality of NASCAR racing in past eras

Kyle Petty reflected on an era of NASCAR when it wasn’t as safe as it is now. While speaking to Kevin Harvick on Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour, Petty talked about what drivers had to go through when his dad, Richard Petty, was competing.

NASCAR News / The Spun / March 27
NASCAR Legend Kyle Petty Calls Out Young Drivers

NASCAR Legend Kyle Petty Calls Out Young Drivers

NASCAR legend Kyle Petty doesn't seem to think too highly of the younger generation of drivers and he outlined exactly what he doesn't like in a new interview.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / February 7
Richard Petty rocks custom 43 suit, bolo tie and belt buckle at NASCAR Hall of Fame ceremony

Richard Petty rocks custom 43 suit, bolo tie and belt buckle at NASCAR Hall of Fame ceremony

Tonight three drivers will enter the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Of course, The King, Richard Petty is in attendance and in style. Since he started racing, the No.

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / November 11
The 1992 Hooters 500 was NASCAR cinema in its purest form

The 1992 Hooters 500 was NASCAR cinema in its purest form

If one race must be chosen as the greatest in NASCAR history, one choice looms above the rest: The 1992 Hooters 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. 

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NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / November 11
Kyle Petty silences critics of Joey Logano, NASCAR playoff format: ‘Give him credit’

Kyle Petty silences critics of Joey Logano, NASCAR playoff format: ‘Give him credit’

Over the years, Kyle Petty has seen a thing or two in NASCAR. That’s why he wants fans to give Joey Logano credit where credit is due. There has been a lot of naysaying and boohooing in the aftermath of Sunday’s race.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / November 4
Kyle Petty calls out critics of NASCAR’s last lap decision on Christopher Bell after Martinsville

Kyle Petty calls out critics of NASCAR’s last lap decision on Christopher Bell after Martinsville

Kyle Petty has come to the defense of NASCAR against its critics for the safety violation the stock car series levied against Christopher Bell following Sunday’s Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / November 4
Kyle Petty reacts to NASCAR ruling after controversial Martinsville finish

Kyle Petty reacts to NASCAR ruling after controversial Martinsville finish

Kyle Petty shared his thoughts on NASCAR penalizing Christopher Bell at Martinsville which led to him being eliminated from the playoffs. On X, the former NASCAR driver and current analyst said that NASCAR made the right call as Bell broke the rules with his wall-riding incident during the final lap of the race.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / October 29
Richard Petty and family to serve as Grand Marshals for Martinsville Cup Series race

Richard Petty and family to serve as Grand Marshals for Martinsville Cup Series race

Richard Petty, more than 40 members of his family and select Xfinity Rewards members will serve as the Grand Marshals for this Sunday’s Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway.

NASCAR News / FirstSportz / April 12, 2024
Kyle Petty asserts NASCAR no longer has 'superstars' in the garage

Kyle Petty asserts NASCAR no longer has 'superstars' in the garage

Ever since the mid-2010s there seems to be a lack of a proper “superstars” in NASCAR. This may be due to the sport now being generally closer in terms of performance, leading to no driver being able to dominate and separate himself from the pack.

NASCAR News / FirstSportz / April 11, 2024
Watch: 'I was closer to Adam than I ever was with Kyle'- Richard Petty breaks down his relationship with late grandson Adam Petty

'I was closer to Adam than I ever was with Kyle': Richard Petty breaks down relationship with late grandson Adam Petty

The Petty family is one of the most well-known American racing families of all time. They’ve had more than four generations of racers inclduing Cup champions Lee Petty and Richard Petty who raced their heart out in NASCAR.

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