Dennis Setzer
Dennis Setzer
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Dennis Setzer was born Dennis Wayne Setzer on July 17, 1967, in Statesville, North Carolina.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: July 17, 1967
Died: Not applicable (still alive)
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American NASCAR driver
Early Life and Background
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Dennis Setzer's passion for racing began at a young age. Growing up in the NASCAR-rich state of North Carolina, he was exposed to the world of stock car racing from an early age. His father, who also participated in local racing events, played a significant role in nurturing his son's interest in the sport.
Setzer attended and graduated from North Iredell High School in 1985. Following high school, he pursued a career in professional racing, driven by his desire to make it big in the NASCAR world.
Major Accomplishments
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Setzer has had an impressive career in NASCAR, marked by numerous accomplishments that have contributed significantly to his success:
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Champion (2001): Setzer's most notable achievement was winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Championship in 2001. This prestigious title cemented his status as a talented driver and further solidified his place within the racing community.
Multiple Top-Ten Finishes: Throughout his career, Setzer has consistently demonstrated his skill behind the wheel with numerous top-ten finishes in various NASCAR series.
Notable Works or Actions
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In addition to his impressive driving record, Dennis Setzer is also notable for:
Participation in Various Racing Series: Setzer's extensive racing experience spans multiple series, including the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, and the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
Racing Team Ownership: In 2010, Setzer founded his own racing team, Dennis Setzer Racing. This venture showcases his dedication to the sport and commitment to fostering young talent.
Impact and Legacy
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Dennis Setzer's impact on the world of professional stock car racing is undeniable:
Inspiration to Young Drivers: As a seasoned driver and successful racing team owner, Setzer has inspired countless aspiring drivers with his accomplishments and perseverance.
Legacy in NASCAR: Setzer's achievements have left an indelible mark on the sport, serving as a testament to his unwavering passion for racing.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Dennis Setzer is widely quoted and remembered due to:
His Resilience and Work Ethic: Throughout his career, Setzer has consistently demonstrated an unyielding commitment to excellence, inspiring fans and fellow drivers alike.
Significant Contributions to the Racing Community: His numerous achievements, both as a driver and team owner, have significantly impacted the world of professional stock car racing.
Quotes by Dennis Setzer
It's hard to do those last three or four laps. It's like the track films over or the tires glaze over. We were using everything we had. Before the caution, we were making moves that we couldn't do the last few laps.
Of course we do, ... I know that it is going to be difficult, but we are by no means out of it. Our team still feels like it has a string of victories that we can put together, and if that happens it will certainly help our chances. Things are going to have to fall our way, but if we can do what we are capable of, I think that we have a chance.
We were pretty good all day, ... That's fun racing. We all know that we have to take care of each other. Nobody's out there to wreck each other.
We need to come to a track like this and hopefully turn our luck back around, ... This track has been pretty good to me over the years and our Silverado team needs a good run to get ourselves pointed back in the right direction.
We need to come to a track like this and hopefully turn our luck back around. This track has been pretty good to me over the years and our Silverado team needs a good run to get ourselves pointed back in the right direction.
We were really good. After the last restart, (Crawford) got out in front of us a little bit, and I thought I saw him grinning back at us in his rearview mirror.
With about 30 laps to go my team told me to come in. We knew we might be the only one. We knew we had a pretty good truck.
We were all evenly matched and it was just who got a little edge was going to win it. We'd been having some bad lucky lately, and Ted and I both know we need to work to stay ahead of the cats behind us. They're just waiting for us to make a mistake.
