

Dale Earnhardt was one of the most iconic personalities in NASCAR, and “The Intimidator” was called that for many reasons. From his rough, rugged image, to his aggressively fast driving style to his seven Cup Series titles. On top of that, he was the father of NASCAR’s most popular man, Dale Earnhardt Jr. Although, a good deal of NASCAR fans might not see Earnhardt as an emotional figure, it seems he softened up just this once for baby Chase Elliott.

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15 Feb 1996: Dale Earnhardt celebrates his seventh Gatorade125 Qualifying race as he chases the remarkable 500th win, at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. Mandatory Credit: David Taylor/Allsport
Recently, a picture of Dale Earnhardt surfaced on Twitter, holding Hendrick Motorsports’ golden boy and 2020 NASCAR Cup Series champion, Chase Elliott. The post followed a picture of Dale Earnhardt with his son in 2000.
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I took this picture years ago 😃 pic.twitter.com/w84udl7w5Z
— Albert Ott (@AlbertO83181799) May 28, 2022
It might appear a surprise to many fans, considering Chase Elliott‘s father, Bill Elliott, and Dale Earnhardt’s rivalry.
Despite that, it seems like they only maintained the rivalry on track. And, we see the seven-time Cup Series champion looking after his rival’s son. Certainly, a very wholesome blast from the part.
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DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 19: Chase Elliott, driver of the #9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, waits in the garage area during practice for NASCAR Cup Series 64th Annual Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 19, 2022 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)
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How Is Chase Elliott’s Season Going So Far?
The 2020 Cup Series Champion has had a very consistent season so far. In fact, he has stayed as the points leader for most of the season.

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 06: Chase Elliott, driver of the #9 NAPA Auto Parts Chevrolet, looks on during the qualifying heats for the NASCAR Cup Series Busch Light Clash at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on February 06, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Chris Gray then/Getty Images)
Although he spent most of his season with no wins, he changed that after a dominating final stage at Dover. So, it’s safe to say that his future seems secured!
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