"The Intimidator". Nothing else needs to be said. The mere mention of Dale Earnhardt's hard earned nickname sends shivers up any race fan's spine, and a look of awe will cloud their face. They will know immediately who you're talking about: the dirt roots, tough as nails, fearless driver who is one of NASCAR's finest. Earnhardt had no problem spinning someone out or running them into a wall to win a race. His temper could …
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…means. Race fans knew him, but did every one else? No. Did he prance around, buying expensive things, and flaunting his fame? No. That is exactly why he is such a hero to everyone. Earnhardt was so...normal, but still had that famous thing about him no one can really explain. He didn't always make the right choices and he wasn't perfect, but in racing, the Intimidator is as close to perfect as it gets.