American · Timmonsville, USA · Born 27 March 1939American NASCAR driver who won three consecutive Cup Series championships (1976-1978) and became one of stock car racing's greatest champions.
Cale Yarborough won three consecutive NASCAR Cup championships from 1976 to 1978 — the only driver to accomplish that feat — producing one of the most dominant stretches in the sport's history. Known for his short, explosive style and fierce competitiveness, Yarborough's battles with Richard Petty and Donnie Allison, including their famous brawl at the 1979 Daytona 500, are among NASCAR's most legendary moments.
Three consecutive NASCAR Cup Series championships and aggressive driving style
How They Played
Aggressive, fearless driver known for close racing and fierce competitiveness
Lasting Impact
One of NASCAR's greatest drivers, helped establish the modern era of stock car racing
Career Honours
- NASCAR Cup Series Champion 1976
- NASCAR Cup Series Champion 1977
- NASCAR Cup Series Champion 1978
- Daytona 500 Winner 1968
- Daytona 500 Winner 1977
- Daytona 500 Winner 1983
- Daytona 500 Winner 1984
- Southern 500 Winner 1968
- Southern 500 Winner 1969
- Southern 500 Winner 1972
- Southern 500 Winner 1974
- Southern 500 Winner 1978
- NASCAR Winston Cup Series Most Popular Driver Award 1977
- NASCAR Hall of Fame Inductee 2012
- International Motorsports Hall of Fame Inductee 1994
American Athletes