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The legendary moonshine runner and early NASCAR star had 50 wins. He was described as “Last American Hero” by Tom Wolfe in a famous 1965 Esquire article.
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Photos: The 10 greatest NASCAR drivers of all-time

9. Junior Johnson

The legendary moonshine runner and early NASCAR star had 50 wins. He was described as “Last American Hero” by Tom Wolfe in a famous 1965 Esquire article.  (Dozier Mobley / Getty Images)

7. Darrell Waltrip

Outspoken Kentucky native nicknamed “Jaws” won three titles, 84 races and is now a NASCAR television commentator.  (Donald Miralle / Getty Images)

6. Cale Yarborough

The three-time NASCAR champion won the Daytona 500 four times and posted 83 victories over his stellar career.  (Robert Alexander / Getty Images)

4. Jimmie Johnson

The Californian grew up racing off-road vehicles before winning five consecutive series titles. He won a sixth NASCAR Sprint Cup title in 2013.  (Jamie Squire / Getty Images)

3. David Pearson

Richard Petty’s archrival in 1960s and ‘70s, “The Silver Fox” won three titles and 105 races.  (Robert Alexander / Getty Images)

2. Dale Earnhardt

“The Intimidator,” who won seven titles and 76 races, was the epitome of the tough blue-collar NASCAR driver.  (Chris O’Meara / Associated Press)

1. Richard Petty

“The King” won seven championships and 200 races. Petty’s big grin and friendly manner has endeared him among NASCAR fans past and present.  (Jason Smith / Getty Images)

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Photos: The 10 greatest NASCAR drivers of all-time

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