gold star for USAHOF
 

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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%