In his brief NASCAR Cup Series career, Gary Bradberry had one of the most statistically unique in the sport’s recent history. Characterized by surprising qualifying runs for long-struggling single-car teams, Bradberry left a unique mark on the sport that can only be appreciated when looking back on it.

Special thanks to LASTCAR.info supporter John P. who suggested the subject of this video, and to Bryan Hallman at the BRH Racing Archives for sharing his incredible photo collection.

PHOTOS
Bryan Hallman, BRH Racing Archives
CharlieBradberry.com
David Taylor, Getty Images
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Motorsport.com
Southeastern Racing Memories Facebook Page

CHAPTERS
0:00 - Intro
0:18 - Short track champion
2:01 - To ARCA
4:39 - Winston Cup debut
6:01 - Looking to build in '95
9:14 - Second-round qualifying master
13:15 - TriStar Motorsports
14:26 - Triad Motorsports
16:44 - Struggles and controversy
22:00 - Picking up rides
22:58 - Donlavey Racing
23:37 - Charlie Bradberry
24:36 - Conclusion

VIDEOS
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ARTICLES
*Baldwin, Mike. “Pile-ups damage track’s reputation,” The Daily Oklahoman, April 6, 1998.
*Brooks, Steve. “Success story sets 400 stage,” The Daily Reporter, August 3, 1996.
*Fryer, Brit. “Alabama’s best lag behind,” The Montgomery Advertiser, April 26, 1998.
*Korth, Joanne. Times Wires, Tampa Bad Times, February 9, 1997.
*McCollister, Tom. “NASCAR rookies different men, same dream,” The Atlanta Constitution, February 5, 1995.
*Poole, David. “Gordon’s success simple to explain,” The Charlotte Observer, May 26, 1998.
*Robinson, Mark. “Rookie seeks advice and pays attention,” The Indianapolis Star, August 3, 1996.
*Utter, Jim. “Bradberry finds a seat near the front for 600,” The Charlotte Observer, May 21, 1998.

UNCREDITED ARTICLES
*“Bickle keeps up hot streak, wins competitive Snowball Derby,” The Prattville Progress, December 6, 1990.
*Bradberry profile, The Anniston Star, February 11, 1998.
*Bradberrry quote on Texas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, April 6, 1998.
*“Car No. 41,” The Anniston Star, April 13, 2000.
*Frank Kimmel on Bradberry, The Courier-Journal, May 14, 1994.
*“Hut, Hut, Hut. . .” The Tribune, January 22, 1999.
*“Irwin takes first career pole at NAPA 500,” South Florida Sun Sentinel, November 7, 1998.
*“LaJoie avoids crash near end to win GN race,” The News and Observer, August 3, 1996.
*“Martin edges Dale Jr. for win,” The Courier-Journal, November 8, 1998.
*“One makes evening reservation,” Tampa Bay Rimes, August 24, 1997.
*Shoney’s Ad, Journal and Courier, July 28, 1996.
*“Shootout Field Set,” Tampa Bay Times, November 9, 1998.

WEBSITES
CharlieBradberry.com
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