Robert Norfleet was born on July 7,1958 and is an American former professional racing driver.
10 Facts About Bobby Norfleet
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In 2000, Bobby Norfleet announced he would field and drive his own team in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, but was unable to come up with sponsorship.
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Bobby Norfleet came up with sponsorship from 40 Street Records and So So Def Records.
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Bobby Norfleet failed to qualify for his first race at Martinsville Speedway.
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Bobby Norfleet made his NASCAR debut at the Portland International Raceway road course.
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Bobby Norfleet was black-flagged three times by NASCAR for not maintaining the required minimum speed.
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Bobby Norfleet claimed the decision was racially motivated, and people protested outside NASCAR's headquarters.
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Bobby Norfleet returned to NASCAR as a car owner in 2005.
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Bobby Norfleet Racing fielded the No 24 Chevrolet Monte Carlo for Mike Harmon in a Busch Series race at Memphis Motorsports Park, but the entry failed to qualify.
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Bobby Norfleet had announced his team would compete in the Busch Series and the NEXTEL Cup Series in 2006, but did not field an entry.