Dale Earnhardt Jr vs Matt Kenseth
Dale Earnhardt Jr vs Matt Kenseth: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Dale Earnhardt Jr and Matt Kenseth?
The rivalry between Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Matt Kenseth was highlighted by their competitive spirit on the track, particularly during the early 2000s. Both drivers were known for their tenacity, making their races highly anticipated events.
Dale Earnhardt Jr
Key numbers
- NASCAR Cup Series Wins26
- NASCAR Cup Series Top Tens260
- NASCAR Cup Series Poles15
- NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Wins24
- NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Top Tens96
Top honours
- NASCAR Busch Series Champion1998, 1999
- Daytona 500 Winner2004, 2014
- NASCAR Most Popular Driver15 consecutive years (2003-2017)
- Bill France Award of Excellence2017
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Matt Kenseth
Key numbers
- NASCAR Cup Series Wins39
- NASCAR Cup Series Top Tens331
- NASCAR Cup Series Poles20
- NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Wins29
- NASCAR Canada Series Wins1
Top honours
- NASCAR Winston Cup Series Champion2003
- NASCAR Rookie of the Year2000
- Daytona 500 Winner2009, 2012
- International Race of Champions Champion2004