Fans of NASCAR, have you ever heard of the “The Big Three”?

Fans of NASCAR, have you ever heard of the “The Big Three”? These three drivers, Richard Petty, David Pearson, and Dale Earnhardt, have a combined total of 7 NASCAR Cup Series championships and a whopping 324 wins.

Fans of NASCAR, have you ever heard of “The Big Three”? If you haven’t, you’re in for a treat. These three drivers, Richard Petty, David Pearson, and Dale Earnhardt, have a combined total of 7 NASCAR Cup Series championships and a whopping 324 wins. These three legends of the sport have cemented their place in NASCAR history as some of the greatest drivers to ever grace the track.

Let’s start with “The King,” Richard Petty. He is one of the most iconic drivers in NASCAR history and is considered by many to be the greatest NASCAR driver of all time. He is a member of the “Exclusive Club” of drivers who have won a Cup Series championship, with a total of 7 championships to his name[2]. But, that’s not all. He also holds the record for the most Cup Series wins of all time with a staggering 200 wins[1].

Next up, we have David Pearson. Often referred to as “The Silver Fox,” Pearson is considered to be one of the greatest NASCAR drivers of all time. He is also a member of the “Exclusive Club” of Cup Series champions with a total of 3 championships to his name[2]. He also holds the record for the second most Cup Series wins of all time with 105 wins[1].

Finally, we have “The Intimidator,” Dale Earnhardt. Earnhardt is considered to be one of the greatest NASCAR drivers of all time and is a member of the “Exclusive Club” of Cup Series champions with a total of 7 championships to his name[2]. He also holds the record for the third most Cup Series wins of all time with 76 wins[1].

The Big Three have left a lasting legacy on the sport of NASCAR. They have set records that may never be broken and have become household names among NASCAR fans. The No. 43, carried by Richard Petty, is one of the most iconic numbers in NASCAR history[3]. They are not just champions, they are NASCAR Hall of Famers and true legends of the sport.