1953: Fonty Flock wins the first Cup race at Raleigh Speedway, the Raleigh 300. Speedy Thompson finishes second and Tim Flock third. The 1-mile oval was the site of seven Cup races and three NASCAR Convertible Series races.
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Today in History: May 30
May 30, 2011, Sporting News Wire Service, NASCAR.com