A recent thread about the death of Terry Wente mentioned that he was the son of the third winningest USAC driver Bob Wente. A friend and I discussed who was the second winningest driver, but didn't Google or do any research. We mentioned Sleepy Tripp, Rich Vogler, Jimmy Carruthers and even Bob Tattersall as possibilities. Mel Kenyon is no doubt number one. How about it IOWers, what say you?

Kenyon Vogler wente

Kenyon Vogler Sleepy Tripp

I’m sure when Richie sees this thread he will post an updated list.

ALL-TIME USAC MIDGET NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP FEATURE WINS

(Entering the 2020 season)

[111 wins] Mel Kenyon
[95 wins] Rich Vogler
[78 wins] Bob Wente
[63 wins] Bob Tattersall
[59 wins] Sleepy Tripp
[48 wins] Jimmy Davies
[38 wins] Bryan Clauson
[35 wins] Tracy Hines
[31 wins] Gene Hartley & Chuck Rodee
[30 wins] Dave Darland, Mike McGreevy & Johnny Parsons

Still accurate in the top-10.

Ron, just think what the All-time Midget Win Record would be if Rich raced even, 10 more years! I love Mel, Don, Brice, & the whole family, but Rich was coming for him. R.I.P. Rich. ❤

Agreed and how many would BC have won had he stayed in USAC for another 15 or so years

automobile racing is full of what if's.