Dale Earnhardt Sr. earned his reputation as ‘The Intimidator’ after the dramatic 1986 Richmond Race, where he was involved in a controversial wreck that brought the wrath of NASCAR down on him. 50 years ago,

On that day in 2001, according to race accounts, Earnhardt crashed on the last turn of the last lap vying for third place at the front of a tight five-car pack. In front of him, Michael Waltrip held off Dale Earnhardt Jr. for what should have been the biggest moment in the short history of Dale Earnhardt Inc.

Two-time Daytona 500 winner Dale Earnhardt Jr. isn't afraid to speak his mind about the current state of the NASCAR Cup Series. He made that abundantly clear on the latest episode of "The Dale Jr. Download.