Ricky Rudd on The Race That Changed Everything | DJD Classics

In this classic Dale Jr. Download episode, originally aired October 28, 2019, nobody in NASCAR has quite the reputation for being a true bada** like Ricky Rudd. One of the toughest drivers in the sport’s history, Ricky recalls his harrowing 1984 Busch Clash crash and why he raced the Daytona 500 just days later with his eyelids taped open. He shares the story behind Rusty Wallace’s “Rubberhead” nickname and how he finally settled his long-standing feud with Dale Earnhardt. From adrenaline junkie to career revival, Ricky reflects on his legacy in this unforgettable interview.

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to DJD Classics
02:45 Life After Racing
08:54 The Transition to Stock Car Racing
11:58 Family Ties
24:48 From Family Cars to Professional Racing
27:50 Transitioning to Richard Childress Racing
32:43 Friendships and Rivalries in Racing
35:50 The Emotional Impact of Team Changes
43:24 The Race That Changed Everything
46:08 Confrontations and Resolutions
56:23 Surviving the Daytona Crash
01:00:37 The Aftermath of Injury and Recovery