CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Editor's Note: Video featured aired during All-Star Race Weekend.
Richard Petty was joined by his family at the NASCAR Hall of Fame Museum Monday for the unveiling of 'The King's Hat' statue, according to Petty's X account, formerly known as Twitter.
A large version of his iconic cowboy hat was displayed at the North Wilkesboro Speedway just ahead of All-Star Race Weekend in May.
NASCAR is unveiling Petty hats at several racetracks throughout the 2024 season as a way to honor 75 years of Petty Racing. Petty is the winningest NASCAR Cup Series champion and has the most wins of any driver at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
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