Kenneth Dale "Kenny" Irwin, Jr. (August 5, 1969 – July 7, 2000) was an American
stock car racing driver. He had driven in all three
NASCAR national touring series, and had two total victories, both in the
Craftsman Truck Series. Before that, he raced in the United States Auto Club against
Tony Stewart, who was one of his fiercest rivals. He died as a result of injuries suffered in a crash during a practice session at
New Hampshire Motor Speedway.