NASCAR lists 25 best drivers of all time in new rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 6:47 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
A new ranking identifies the 25 best NASCAR drivers of all time, highlighting careers that shaped the sport. Denny Hamlin leads a generation of modern stars with 64 Cup wins, while legends like Junior Johnson and Kurt Busch showcase various eras. This list reflects a mix of championships, wins, and cultural impact on NASCAR. With names like Fred Lorenzen and Ned Jarrett included, the debate over who defines greatness in stock car racing continues as newer drivers aim to reach their benchmarks.
- •Denny Hamlin has 64 Cup wins and three Daytona 500 victories.
- •Junior Johnson won 50 Cup races and was a pioneering team owner.
- •Kurt Busch is a 2004 Cup champion with 34 Cup wins.
- •Joey Logano is a three-time Cup champion and has 37 career wins.
- •Fred Lorenzen and Ned Jarrett are recognized for their historic contributions.
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"Arguing about the NASCAR’s most iconic drivers of all time is basically a second religion in the infield. The only thing everyone agrees on is that somebody got snubbed. The mix of drivers in the conversation tells the story of…
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