I haven't asked anyone for help. Its incredible to see fans. Earnhardt Jr. holds his broadcast duties and a weekly podcast show,The Dale Jr. Download, where he often interviews guests associated with NASCAR. So, somewhere it bothered him that he had messed up those cowboy boots. Ricciardo would have cried if hed heard Earnhardts comments, Jimmie Johnson to join Danica Patrick on Indy 500 coverage, Jimmie Johnson part of Indy coverage "It wasn't a lot of fun. As Dale Jr said, Im happy to see him despite his busy schedule, and its that kind of love and respect that keeps the Earnhardt family strong. He got both his laps back and finished 11th. The comments were pointed from a driver who already was familiar with having his commitment questioned. "It was a huge learning curve in my life.". ' he said. Family is what NASCAR was born on, from the Pettys to the Allisons to the Earnhardts. But Jeffrey should get used to hearing the constant criticism because Dale Jr, a two-time winner of the Daytona 500 with 26 career Cup wins still hears them. Jeffrey Earnhardt is the nephew of Dale Earnhardt Jr. "The past few years I've learned real quick that they're not. Miss Jackie was able to get to come to that and just do the goofiest things with (daughter) Taylor when she was little. I've learned that if you want something, you've got to really work for it.". I was like man, this is a walk in the park. How NASCAR is gearing up for its "biggest change" in 2022, Why Bubba Wallaces Talladega win is such a big moment for NASCAR, Why Wallaces win is huge for NASCAR (3:00) Due to popular demand, the segment where Dale is quizzed on how well he knows his wife Amy is brought back for another round of questions. He just nailed it everywhere he went. And he's revealed someone who is compassionate and genuinely cares about other people, what they think, and what they have to say. Were so excited to have Jeffrey with us next season, Martins said. Man, we found ourselves talking about what they had done at Myrtle Beach or what this had happened because they raced together some times. The chance to be behind the wheel of the No. He said, Come here, I want to ask you about that trip youre going to take Taylor on. We talked for a few minutes about just being dads and how its very important that Taylor was going to be somewhere she was going to be secure, who all was going to be there. He's a fighter, too, and not just in the MMA sense. Hes probably the best driver Ive ever raced against, and certainly the way he left the sport is something thats only going to leave his persona at an even higher level. Jeffrey made headlines in the stock car racing world last April when he piloted the Richard Childress No. Meanwhile, Gordons experience driving in place of his teammate in the 2016 season gave him a greater understanding of the pressures that come with that territory. Kelley opened up about their familys background and how they grew up with step-parents and half-siblings. During that span, Gordon and Earnhardt Jr. developed a strong friendship that extends well off the track. Kerry Earnhardt was a Busch Series driver who often raced at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway. Jeffrey had some experience in this arena. Then yet another. The penalty to crew members was reduced to two races this year. Jeffrey drove in two Nationwide races for Curtis Key in 2009, finishing 24th and 31st. The son and nephew of the late Dale Earnhardt, they are nearly constantly told theyve only received their opportunities in NASCAR because of their last name regardless of how much thats true or not. He has 109 races on his resume, one top-five finish, and three total top-10 finishes. It's What's For Dinner. And they were even more thrilled when it was revealed that his nephew, Jeffrey Earnhardt, would be . Many have tried to define Dale Earnhardt, explain the essence of the man behind the reflective sunglasses and thick mustache, whose mill town upbringing resonated with the everyday man even as Earnhardt did remarkable things with the black No. He wasnt letting anything get in his way. Our goal is to have the best racing possible everywhere we race, so during the offseason, we went to work on adjustments to strengthen the racing on short tracks and road courses. I want you to know Ive been a dozen years sober, Im now a preacher at this small church, and I just wanted you to know that I was such a bad example to you, what happened in my life. But he remembers the vulnerability. I wish I had done things different, but at the same time it made me understand hard work and how these opportunities dont come easy. He finished 22nd after starting 36th most recently at Texas Motor Speedway. I can remember him telling me, One more payment, Bill, and Ill have this farm paid off.. It can be frustrating, but youve just got to remember, and I know that Jeffrey does this, because we get a lot of practice, that you just think about what youre doing, think about what youre in control of and remind yourself of what youve done to be where you are. Ricky Stenhouse Jr. won the season opener at Daytona, and Kyle Busch scored last Sunday at Auto Club Speedway. Sign up for the For The Win newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Its kind of mind-blowing really., As for people at the other end of the spectrum who believe he didn't earn his way and say he's only here because of his name, Jeffrey says that he hears those criticisms "every day" before later adding, "at the end of the day, that dont matter.. Dale Earnhardt celebrates his fourth Cup Championship with wife Teresa Earnhardt and daughter Taylor Earnhardt after the Atlanta Journal 500 on Nov. 18, 1990. 3 that his . "We want to be a good ride, we want to have the chance to go win races. John Probst, NASCAR Senior Vice President and Chief Racing Development Officer said of the rule changes: We saw incredible racing throughout the 2022 season, especially at the intermediate racetracks. As Junior put it, This is the perfect example of mine and Jeffreys relationship. Moreover, the Earnhardt family is a reminder that even the most successful families have their own struggles. The trip is scheduled to begin and end in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dale Earnhardt Jr. has followed a similar path to Jeff Gordon by taking up broadcasting duties in racing retirement. media personality who loves to ride along the fast pace of life just like The Daytona 500 features a unique qualifying format that is not used anywhere else on the NASCAR calendar. And I feel like Ive been able to handle that pretty well and know that Im cutting my own path. Had Bristol and Dover been added, it would have essentially created four different rule packages intermediate tracks, superspeedways, short tracks/road courses with wet weather equipment and short tracks/road courses without wet weather equipment. Then he had that swagger and that smirk to know what he was capable of at all times. And he knew enough about training MMA fighters to know "the kid is an athlete. "Its frustrating because, just like Jeffrey hes had to work and theres times when hes had to sacrifice and do things differently than maybe his dad would have done or Papaw Dale would have done. On this episode of the Dale Jr. Download, it's an Earnhardt family reunion as Dale Earnhardt Jr. is joined in the Bojangles Studio by his sister Kelley Earnhardt Miller and their nephew Jeffrey Earnhardt. Copyright 2023 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. But he never went through training so rigorous as this. It can be frustrating, but youve just gotta remember and I know that Jeffrey does this, because we get a lot of practice that you just think about what youre doing, think about what youre in control of and remind yourself of what youve done to be where you are. Hes sitting at a table (in the back of the teams hauler) peeling an orange. Because theres a side of him that was so cool, and Ive seen personal things that hes done to help people or churches or stuff like that, and youd go, Wow. (18:26) A new segment centered on short-track racing is introduced featuring Hannah Newhouse. Jeffrey Earnhardt, the grandson of NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt, appeared on the Dale Jr. Download this past week with his famous uncle to discuss his current season, what lies ahead and the Earnhardt name. Its not easy to get a ride out there. I definitely think had I worked a little harder for it, I definitely would have went about it differently. But living as an Earnhardt in racing is something Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Jeffrey Earnhardt understand all too well. The changes to the car were made after complaints about the difficulty Cup drivers had with passing at many short tracks and road courses last year. Theyll both miss Cup races at Las Vegas and Phoenix. Because Burt has the personality Dale had. If it got in my leg, Id still be in the hospital. He gladly left. Dale Earnhardt Jr. is once again joined in the studio by his sister Kelley Earnhardt-Miller where they react to the episode 416 chat with their nephew Jeffrey Earnhardt. We found ourselves in positions and places a lot. Kyle Petty: Only him and Neil Bonnett were best buds. The remaining 40 cars are divided into two 60-lap qualifying "duels" to be run on Thursday night. But it was remote controlled by the office with two-way glass. Dale Earnhardt won six of his seven Cup titles with RCR. Had Bristol and Dover been added, it would have essentially created four different rule packages intermediate tracks, superspeedways, short tracks/road courses with wet weather equipment and short tracks/road courses without wet weather equipment. He admits he threw away early opportunities that could have changed his path. NASCAR announced Tuesday that it will make changes to the Cup car for road course events and a majority of races at tracks 1.058 mile and less. So that speaks volumes and thats cool to see, and that, to me, is what makes our last name so special and knowing what it means to other people. Im fortunate to have my sponsors from last season continuing their support and weve got some new partners on board. Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Teresa have had a contentious relationship for years. Wallace has failed to finish both races to date, parking after an accident at Daytona and losing an engine at Auto Club. A graduate in Direction from As the two continue their journeys in the broadcast booth, Earnhardt Jr. revealed there is one thing he has become jealous of concerning Gordon. Jeffrey Earnhardt 's throwback scheme for next month's Xfinity Series race at Darlington Raceway will pay tribute to the Olympic-themed car Dale Earnhardt drove in the 1996 All-Star Race. During a 2019 episode on the Dale Jr. Download podcast, Junior asked him what it was like to carry on the Earnhardt name. Those are all tracks that have the wet weather package (rain tires, wipers, etc.). EDITORS NOTE: NBC Sports will take a look at the life, legacy, and long-lasting impact of Dale Earnhardt, who died on the last lap of the Daytona 500 on Feb. 18, 2001. He did things his way. In retirement, Dale Jr. remains jealous of Gordon for a singular reason. "Obviously, expectations are high, and people automatically assume just because of your last name, youre going to win races. Supercars decides on Gen3 weights, Reynolds details unique Supercars season prep, Reynolds details unique Supercars season prep Copyright 2023 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. Jeff Gordon (in 2006 interview): A Babe Ruth figure, thats the way I look at him. 5 Nationwide Series car for his uncle, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Im not you, Im not Pawpaw Dale.. Although they talked a bit about the future, the two Earnhardts also dove into the past when Jeffrey was "young and stupid" -- his words. Dale Jr. has helped shape the brand into a more significant part of the NASCAR scene, which may see the company finally jump to the Cup Series. Senior had always run DEI with a "common-sense approach." Jeffrey made headlines in the stock car rac. 1, Past at Las Vegas: Finished top three in both races last year, Past as Las Vegas: Has a win and two top 10s in past five races, Past at Las Vegas: Won in March 2021 and was runner-up last March, Past at Las Vegas: Three consecutive finishes of seventh or better, Past at Las Vegas: Best career finish is fifth, Past at Las Vegas: Five consecutive finishes of 16th or worse. NASCAR 2023 at Las Vegas schedule, entry list, and how to watch, NASCAR 2023 Las Vegas how to watch When it comes to what the family name means to the now 33-year-old Jeffrey Earnhardt, one word sums it up perfectly: legacy. Dale Jr. credits Gordon and his other Hendrick Motorsports teammates Jimmie Johnson for helping him become a better driver. I was like man, this is a walk in the park. Jeffrey made headlines in the stock car racing world last April when he piloted the Richard Childress No. "Uncle Junior" won 15 times at Daytona, including a pair of 500s. In the past few years I haven't asked my dad for help. My dad loved his driving style. On Friday, he will take the fight to Richmond International Raceway (7:30 p.m. Reveals Deep-Seeded Reason Why He Will Never Leave NASCAR. Thats the same guy? Yeah, thats the same guy. Jeffrey Earnhardtcommonly known as J Earnhardt to fans and NASCAR followersis an heir to NASCAR's most beloved racing dynasty. "It's awesome what Papaw Dale's built and you and Daddy (Kerry Earnhardt, Dale's half-brother). He would pull in. Listen to this episode from The Dale Jr. Download on Spotify. "The MMA stuff was a huge step in learning who I am and how hard I'm willing to push to be successful in something the whole dedication it takes to go in the gym and get beat up, and wake up the next morning knowing you've got to go back in there and get beat up again," Jeffrey says. The trip is scheduled to begin and end in Salt Lake City, Utah. Dale Earnhardt Jr. goes ballistic and yells at Teresa about a breach of contract While the company had found success and sustained it through 2004, Junior saw signs of trouble at the end of 2003. Dale knew I was religious and asked what I thought. "I definitely didn't appreciate the opportunity I had enough. Dale Earnhardt Jrs Nephew Jeffrey Earnhardt Bags Full-Time Ride With JD The changes to the car were made after complaints about the difficulty Cup drivers had with passing at many short tracks and road courses last year. Women's Champ Week predictions: Which teams will win the auto bids in all 32 conferences? There were those who viewed Earnhardt as NASCARs Elvis for the fervor his fans showed. Then another. Im jealous that you get to do the Daytona 500, Earnhardt Jr. said. They are making major moves to strengthen their program and they made me feel welcome, Earnhardt said. 18 Xfinity Series car. 45 Chevy, which will be driven next season by Ryan Ellis and Sage Karam. But the Richmond debut of the fourth-generation driver (the second to compete in a NASCAR national touring series since Adam Petty) also will signal the thawing of a once-frosty relationship between Earnhardt Jr., 38, and his nephew, 23. More than 25 years experience covering NFL, college football and NASCAR. Motorsports in NASCAR Xfinity Series, Full Spectrum Services LLP 2022 | All Rights Reserved. She said, There are similarities in our family, all the way from Dad down, that weve all been through and grown up with.. Jeffrey Earnhardts father, Kerry, competed in the Xfinity Series from 1998-2009. 5 Chevrolet with CorvetteParts.net sponsorship for Jeffrey Earnhardt in Friday night's Nationwide Series race at Richmond International Raceway, it'll mark another example of the team's commitment to showcasing younger talent. 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