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Jim Vandiver

Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Jim Vandiver across Nascar.

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Richard Brickhouse, 1969 Talladega 500 Winner, Dies at 87

Richard Brickhouse, who captured the inaugural Talladega 500 in 1969, passed away at his North Carolina home at age 87, leaving behind a single premier‑series win and a celebrated moment in 2009.

Jul 27, 2026

Richard Brickhouse, 87, Remembered as the First Talladega 500 Winner

Richard Brickhouse, the 87‑year‑old champion of the inaugural Talladega 500, died on July 24 in North Carolina. His lone win, achieved amid safety boycotts, remains a touchstone in NASCAR history.

Jul 27, 2026