Throughout David Pearson's iconic NASCAR career, there was something very special about the Spartanburg, S.C. native. He collected 105 Cup Series victories and three championships and during that time and how he won more races at the famed Darlington (S.C.) Raceway that any other driver. No matter what type of car he drove, he mastered the 1.366-mile track better than any other driver. Wins came with Ford's Holman Moody, Wood Brothers Racing and Team owners Rod Osterlund and Hoss Ellington. His 105th and final win came at Darlington on April 13, 1980. This week marks the 50th anniversary when Pearson joined the Wood Brothers for the 1972 Rebel 400.. NASCAR historians Ben White and Jerry Bonkowski dedicate this week's show to Pearson and discuss his life and career and love for Darlington Raceway. They also discuss the origins of the No. 59 in NASCAR history during podcast No. 59 of "A Lifetime in NASCAR."  

Give "A Lifetime in NASCAR" a listen for some interesting information on this week's podcast. 

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