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35. Tiny Lund
Ironically named, since he stood 6’ 5” tall, DeWayne “Tiny” Lund is a member of NASCAR’s 50 Greatest Drivers, won three Grand American Division Championships. His most legendary feat, however, is probably going to the 1963 Daytona 500 without a ride, saving Marvin Panch’s life when he crashed in qualifying, taking Panch’s ride into the race and then winning the Daytona 500. Unfortunately, he lost his life in a crash at Talladega in 1975.
The Bullet Points:
Country of Origin:
Harlan, Iowa, U.S.A.
Retired In:
1975 (Deceased)
Sprint Cup Wins:
5
Poles:
6
Top Ten Finishes:
119
Top Ten Finishes (Season):
Sprint Cup Series:
1963: 10th
Should Tiny Lund be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 41.7%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 33.3%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 16.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 8.3%