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Pearson's death was initially released by The
Wood Brothers racing team. No other details were immediately
revealed.
Pearson recorded 105 career victories, second all-time behind
Richard Petty. Pearson was a three-time Cup champion, winning in
1966, 1968 and 1969.
Known as the "The Silver Fox," Pearson earned 113 poles during
his 27-season career from 1960-86.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. was among the former or current drivers who
expressed their condolences through Twitter.
"David Pearson was one of the all time greats. Anyone who raced
him will tell you he was the best. The Silver Fox lived up to
his persona on and off the track. What a badass. RIP," Earnhardt
tweeted.
Brad Keselowski tweeted the following: "RIP David Pearson. I'd
have to say if their was one driver who inspired me the most on
the race track it was you. Always gritty, witty and in position
at the end when it counted."
--Field Level Media
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