For some sports fans, the Daytona 500 is the biggest day of the year.

 

 

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One of the sport’s most marketable athletes is Dale Earnhardt Jr., and he decided to team with Goodyear to provide a fan with the experience of a lifetime. On Wednesday, Earnhardt Jr. surprised Vietnam veteran Paul Siverson (one of his biggest fans), while disguised as a pilot. Take a look.

 

It was the best of both worlds for the driver, as he was able to connect with someone who fought for his country while co-piloting a massive blimp.

Siverson will undoubtedly be cheering extra hard during tomorrow’s race.

(H/T FTW)