The NASCAR world reacts to the passing of Cale Yarborough
The weekend started with the sudden loss of Gil de Ferran, the winner of the 2003 Indianapolis 500 race, and ended with the passing of Cale Yarborough, a four-time winner of the Daytona 500. Yarborough, a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, had an undefeated streak from 1976 to 1978. Winston Kelley, the Executive Director of the NASCAR Hall of Fame, expressed condolences to Yarborough’s family and highlighted his achievements, including winning three consecutive Cup Series championships and five Southern 500 races. Yarborough, known for his fierce competitiveness, led over 31,500 laps in his career and set a record for qualifying at over 200 mph at Daytona in 1984. He was not only successful on the racetrack but also as a football player, boxer, and business owner. The NASCAR community and fans are mourning the loss of one of the sport’s greatest superstars, but Yarborough’s legacy will always be remembered.
