Tag: NASCAR

Earnhardt Finally Wins the Daytona 500! – This DiSH for Feb. 15

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In 1998, after 19 previous attempts, Dale Earnhardt, Sr. finally won NASCAR’s biggest race.

In 2004, his son, Dale, Jr. won his first Daytona 500 in only his fifth try. 

In 1994, down 31 points with 15:30 to play, Kentucky stormed back to beat LSU 99-95. 

And in 2004, Arizona State’s baseball team lost 6-0 to Oklahoma. It was the first game in nearly 10 years the Sun Devils had failed to score a run. 

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Eddie the Eagle Takes Flight! – This DiSH for Feb. 14

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In 1988, Eddie the Eagle became a hero to underdogs everywhere, competing in the Olympics as a ski jumper. 

Also in 1988, Richard Petty survived a horrifying crash at the Daytona 500. 

And in 1990, Michael Jordan wore #12 in a game because his usual #23 had been stolen. 

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New York to Paris – by Car?! – This DiSH for Feb. 12

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On this day in 1908, a transcontinental car race took the starting gun. 

And in 1909, a marathoner runs the fastest marathon at the time, in wing tips!

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This Day in Sports History – Dec. 1

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On this day in 1997 – the relationship between a player and coach degenerated into a fight.

And in 1963, the first African-American won a NASCAR event.

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