L. Petty slated to undergo medical procedure

STATESVILLE, N.C. -- Lynda Petty, wife of NASCAR legend Richard Petty, will undergo a medical procedure Friday to determine the underlying cause of an ongoing medical condition.

"My family has always been my number one priority. I hate to miss any racing or racing-related event but at this time being with my wife Lynda is where I need to be," Richard Petty said.

The Petty family is thankful for the support from family, friends, fans, and all those in the racing community and asks for the continued respect for their privacy during this time.

Richard and Lynda Petty celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2009.