The 68-year-old made his mark with 23 Cup Series victories, including a thrilling win at the 1997 Brickyard 400.

Ricky Rudd, known as the “Ironman” for his 788 consecutive starts over a 32-year career, was feted for his grit.

Ricky Rudd, once known as NASCAR's "Iron Man," reflects on storied career before induction to NASCAR Hall of Fame as member ...

But two things tie Edwards and Rudd together — when each decided to retire, both essentially vanished from the NASCAR scene, ...

Carl Edwards and Ricky Rudd had very little overlap in their respective NASCAR careers. Edwards only entered the elite Cup ...