Ricky Rudd, known as the "Ironman" for his ... After a crash the week before the Daytona 500, Rudd's eyes were so swollen he used duct tape to keep them open so that he could race.

Ricky Rudd, known as the “Ironman” for his 788 consecutive starts over a 32-year career, was feted for his grit. Following a crash the week before the Daytona 500, Rudd’s eyes were so swollen he used ...

Ricky Rudd, known as the "Ironman" for his 788 consecutive starts over a 32-year career, was feted for his grit. After a crash the week before the Daytona 500, Rudd's eyes were so swollen he used duct ...

Ricky Rudd, known as the “Ironman” for ... Following a crash the week before the Daytona 500, Rudd’s eyes were so swollen he used duct tape to keep them open so that he could race.