Many of his former competitors were shocked to see him on the Yard of Bricks; it was the first time most had seen Rudd since his final Cup Series race in 2007.

One of the toughest drivers in NASCAR history joined one the most enigmatic drivers of the modern era as the newest inductees into the Hall of Fame in a star-studded Friday night ceremony.

Ricky Rudd, once known as NASCAR's "Iron Man," reflects on storied career before induction to NASCAR Hall of Fame as member of Class of 2025.