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Edward “Fireball” Roberts supposedly got his nickname from being a pitcher in Florida as a youth and not through his driving style. Ironically, his life would end through a fiery wreck in Charlotte in 1964. Like many of the others ranked above him, “Fireball” was nominated to the first three Hall of Fame Classes. He won 33 races, including the prestigious Daytona 500. Roberts may have never won a championship, but he was a runner up and was one of the biggest stars of his day.
The Bullet Points:
Country of Origin:
Tavares, Florida, U.S.A.
Retired In:
1964 (deceased)
Sprint Cup Wins:
33
Poles:
32
Top Ten Finishes:
122
Top Ten Finishes (Season):
Sprint Cup Series:
1950: 2nd
1956: 7th
1957: 6th
1961: 5th
1962: 8th
1963: 5th
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