A personal hall of fame
Jeff Gordon, a four‑time NASCAR Cup Series champion, recently revealed the four names that occupy his personal Mount Rushmore of the sport.
At the top of the list stands Dale Earnhardt, whose seven championships and 76 victories left an indelible mark, a choice Gordon says was obvious from the start.
Close behind is Richard Petty, the ‘King’ of stock car racing, celebrated for his 200 wins and seven titles, a legacy Gordon admires even though they never shared a track.
David Pearson follows, a Hall of Famer whose 105 career victories placed him second on the all‑time win list, a benchmark Gordon once chased as a young competitor.
Rounding out the quartet is Jimmie Johnson, the only other driver with seven championships, a nod to the trio of seven‑time greats that shaped the conversation.
Gordon explained that the selection blended sheer win totals with the weight of championships, making the fourth spot a particularly tough call.
He also reflected on his own career, noting 93 victories fell short of Pearson’s 105, a milestone that still resonates in his memory.