Like Father, Like Son: Multi-Generational Sports Stars

Nature and nurture seem to play a role in these families' athletic success.

November 14, 2011
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Famous athlete father: Dale Earnhardt Sr.

Former Daytona 500 champion Dale Earnhardt Sr. looks on from the top of his hauler as he prepares to drive in 2000, the year before he died of a skull fracture in a crash at Daytona International Speedway. His nickname: The Intimidator.

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