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Article: Mix of past, popular likely top ballots.(Sports)
- Article from:
- The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA)
- Article date:
- October 14, 2009
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By Dustin Long
The Virginian-Pilot
If Richard Petty had his way, he wouldn't even be considered for the inaugural class of the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Neither would Dale Earnhardt. Or David Pearson.
Instead, Petty said the first five-member class - to be announced today - would acknowledge the sport's pioneers, those who played key roles in the birth and early development of NASCAR.
Petty probably won't get his wish. He'll likely be in the first class, along with Earnhardt. Bill France Sr., who started NASCAR, is expected to make it, meaning at least one pioneer will be part of the first class.
Who makes the first class is a ...
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