Tim Flock

Race Car Driver

Birthday May 11, 1924

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Alabama

DEATH DATE Mar 31, 1998 (73)

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About

Champion NASCAR pioneer during the middle of the 20th century.

Before Fame

His older sister and her husband helped kickstart his racing career, while his brothers tried to talk him out of it.

Trivia

At the height of his career, in 1955, he set a NASCAR record with 18 wins and earned his second Grand National championship.

Family Life

His sister Ethel Mobley became just the second woman to compete in NASCAR.

Associated With

He and Rex White were both honored as NASCAR's 50 Greatest Drivers in 1998.