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Red Byron

Racecar driver (1915–1960)

  • Fame48.9
  • Momentum2.1
  • Wikipedia2.1K
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Lived 1915–1960, aged 45United States
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  • Era
    1915–1960
    Aged 45
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Updated 2026-07-03

Robert Nold "Red" Byron was an American stock car racing driver, who was successful in NASCAR competition in the sanctioning body's first years. He was NASCAR's first Modified champion in 1948 and its first Strictly Stock champion in 1949. Along with Bob Flock, he is considered one of the best drivers of the era. He won the first NASCAR race at Daytona Beach and Road Course and won the inaugural NASCAR Strictly Stock driver's championship.

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48.9
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Momentum2.1
Historical9.9
Source confidence60.0
Completeness50.0
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