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A.J. Foyt is best known for his Indy car success, but is one of the most decorated racers in history. (NSSN Archives photo)

Super Tex

A.J. Foyt became one of the most beloved racers of all time for his success on all types of race tracks and his fiery personality.

Foyt was the first four-time Indianapolis 500 winner, and also won the Daytona 500, 24 Hours of Le Mans, 24 Hours of Daytona and numerous dirt-track races from coast to coast.