Racing Career
He was a well established driver before NASCAR was formed. He took over NASCAR founder Bill France's ride in 1946. He won both events at the Daytona Beach Road Course in 1947.
He sat on the pole for NASCAR's first race at Charlotte Speedway on June 19, 1949. He had two wins that season, and finished third in the points behind Lee Petty and champion Red Byron.
He won two 100 lap ARCA races at Lakewood Speedway in 1954.
Bob Flock retired from driving when he broke his back in an on track accident. He had over 200 modified wins in his career.
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