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1951 / Year in Review

1951: Season Recap

With seven victories, Herb Thomas built a large lead over his competitors during the 41-race season, and while it dwindled during the final stretch of the season, Thomas had enough of a margin to walk away with the 1951 title. ...more

WINSTON CUP STANDINGS (TOP 10)
1.	Herb Thomas	4209
2.	Fonty Flock	4062
3.	Tim Flock	3723
4.	Lee Petty	2392
5.	Frank Mundy	1964
6.	Buddy Shuman	1369
7.	James Taylor	1214
8.	Dick Rathman	1040
9.	Bill Snowden	1009
10.	Joe Eubanks	1006


		Snapshots from the 50s: The legends, crews and cars of NASCAR.