First to Win Daytona 500

Trivia Question

Who was the first person to win the Daytona 500?

Trivia Question Answer

The winner of the inaugural Daytona 500 in 1959 was Lee Petty in a photo finish that was ultimately decided three days after the race. Johnny Beauchamp was initially called the winner.

NASCAR Flags

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Name all of the flags that may be used in a NASCAR race?

Trivia Question Answer

There are 9 flags that may be used in a NASCAR race. They are:

1. Green flag - This flag means that track is clear and cars may proceed at speed. It is used to start a race and for any restarts of the race.
2. Yellow flag - This flag means caution. It is used to indicate an accident, debris, or weather related problems. Cars must slow down and hold their position behind the pace car.
3. Red flag - This flag means the track is unsafe. Cars must go to a designated location and stop. It is used when the track is blocked, there is an accident that requires immediate medical attention, or heavy precipitation.
4. White flag - This flag means there is only 1 lap remaining in the race.
5. Checkered flag - This flag means the race is complete. The first car to receive the checkered flag wins the race.
6. Black flag - This flag means report to the pits immediately for a consultation. It is usually waived at an individual car because of mechanical failure or rules violation.
7. Black flag with white cross - This flag is shown to cars who refuse to acknowledge the black flag. It indicates that NASCAR is no longer scoring the car until it comes into the pits for consultation.
8. Blue flag with yellow stripe - This flag means pay attention to your mirrors because a faster car is approaching.
9. Yellow flag with red vertical stripes - This flag is used only on road courses by corner workers. It is used to signify debris or slippery conditions ahead.

First NASCAR Nationwide Series Race

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When was the first NASCAR Nationwide Series race held and who won that race?

Trivia Question Answer

The NASCAR Nationwide Series was formerly known as the NASCAR Busch Series through 2007 and became the Nationwide Series in 2008 with a change of sponsorship from Anheuser-Busch to Nationwide Insurance. The first race in the Busch/Nationwide Series was held in 1982. The champion in the 1982 inaugural year was Jack Ingram. The first race for that year was held at the Daytona International Speedway on February 13, 1982. It was won by Dale Earnhardt.

NASCAR Pit Crew

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What is the composition of a NASCAR pit stop pit crew?

Trivia Question Answer

NASCAR rules allow only 7 individuals to go "over the wall" to service a car during a pit stop. These 7 are: front tire changer, front tire carrier, rear tire changer, rear tire carrier, jack man, gas man and the gas catch can man.

First Woman to Win World Rally Championship Round

Trivia Question

Who was the first woman to win a round at the World Rally Championship (WRC)?

Trivia Question Answer

The World Rally Championship (WRC) is a rallying series culminating with a champion driver and manufacturer. Michele Mouton of France was the first and only woman to wine a round of the WRC. She did so at the Rallye Sanremo in 1981. In 1982 she finished 2nd in the World Rally Championship.

NASCAR White Flag

Trivia Question

What does the white flag mean in a NASCAR race?

Trivia Question Answer

In a NASCAR race, the white flag signifies one lap remaining in the race.

1st 4-Time Indy 500 Winner

Trivia Question

Who was the first 4-time winner of the Indianapolis 500?

Trivia Question Answer

A.J. Foyt was the first driver to win the Indianapolis 500 4 times. He won in 1961, 1964, 1967, and 1977.

First Sprint Cup Series

Trivia Question

When was NASCAR's Sprint Cup Series first held?

Trivia Question Answer

The Sprint Cup Series was first held as the Strictly Stock Series in 1949. Over the years, the series has gone by many different names, including:

• 1949: Strictly Stock Series
• 1950-1971: Grand National Series
• 1972-2003: Winston Cup Series
• 2004-2007: NEXTEL Cup Series
• 2008: Sprint Cup Series

First Woman IndyCar Winner

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Who was the first woman to win an IndyCar race?

Trivia Question Answer

Danica Patrick became the first woman to win an IndyCar race when she won the Japan 300 on April 20, 2008.

NASCAR Rookie Driver Banner

Trivia Question

What color strip on the back of a NASCAR race car signifies a rookie driver?

Trivia Question Answer

A yellow strip on the rear of a NASCAR race car indicates a rookie driver.

Where for First NASCAR Race

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Where was the first NASCAR race held?

NASCAR Name and Founding

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What does "NASCAR" stand for and when was it founded?

First with Back-to-Back Daytona 500 Wins

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Who was the first driver to win back-to-back Daytona 500s?

NASCAR Nextel Cup Races with Right Turns

Trivia Question

In NASCAR Nextel Cup races, two tracks have right turns in them. Name those two tracks?

Most Indianapolis 500 Wins

Trivia Question

What driver has won the most Indianapolis 500 races?