"Big Daddy" Don Garlits breaks 270 mph barrier; 1986 Gatornationals

Don Garlits' record breaking run of 272 mph to earn him the distinction of being the 1st to break 270 mph in NHRA Drag Racing, while defeating former NFL Quarterback Dan Pastorini in the semis of Top Fuel at the 1986 Gatornationals, and without a doubt, this was THE race of the day.

Kids, this is why they will forever call him "BIG DADDY"