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NASCAR Legends Return to North Wilkesboro
18 Jul
Summary
- Eight NASCAR legends will appear at North Wilkesboro's Cup Series race.
- Rusty Wallace will serve as the grand marshal for the event.
- The legends have connections to the track's final 1996 Cup race.
As NASCAR's Cup Series gears up for its first points-paying race at North Wilkesboro Speedway since 1996, a collection of racing legends will grace the track.
Eight distinguished figures from NASCAR's history are set to appear for pre-race driver introductions. This reunion includes notable personalities who were part of the speedway's final Cup Series event in September 1996, a significant moment in the track's storied past.
Among the returning legends is Rusty Wallace, a three-time winner at North Wilkesboro, who will also serve as the grand marshal. Other participating icons include championship-winning crew chiefs, Hall of Fame car owners, and former drivers, all connected to the track's original Cup Series era.
Chad Knaus, who later achieved seven Cup championships, was a tire changer for the winning car in the 1996 race. This event marks another step in NASCAR's celebration of North Wilkesboro's revival, honoring its legacy while embracing its future.
