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202159 min0documentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

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Petty Blue

202159 min0documentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

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Richard Petty won 200 races and secured seven NASCAR Cup Series championships during his legendary career in stock car racing.

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Richard Petty won 200 races and secured seven NASCAR Cup Series championships during his legendary career in stock car racing.

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Richard Petty, a NASCAR icon, reflects on his racing career in "Petty Blue." The film features interviews with Petty, Kyle Petty, and Mike Helton. It covers his seven NASCAR Cup Series championships and 200 race wins, along with archival footage from his time on the track. Challenges and victories in a competitive environment reveal insights into Petty's life and legacy in motorsport.

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See Richard Petty's 200 race wins in action.
Meet NASCAR legends sharing their insights.
Find out about Petty's seven championship titles.

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Richard Petty won seven NASCAR Cup Series championships.
He achieved a total of 200 race wins during his career.
The documentary features interviews with notable figures like Kevin Costner and Kyle Petty.
The film was directed by Mike Viney and released in 2021.

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How many NASCAR Cup Series championships did Richard Petty win?

Richard Petty won seven NASCAR Cup Series championships.

How many race wins does Richard Petty have in his career?

Richard Petty achieved 200 race wins during his career.

Who directed the documentary 'Petty Blue'?

The documentary 'Petty Blue' was directed by Mike Viney.

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