On April 2, 1950, the NASCAR Grand National Series returned to competition with the second race of the season at Charlotte Speedway in Charlotte, North Carolina. The three‑quarter‑mile dirt oval was one of the earliest NASCAR venues and drew an enthusiastic crowd of approximately 13,000 fans to watch stock cars race in the spring sunshine.
Early in the 150‑mile feature, Bob Flock led the opening laps in his Oldsmobile before Red Byron, who had won the pole, passed him and controlled much of the race’s middle stages. Tim Flock, driving a Lincoln similar to the one that had won earlier at Daytona, surged past Byron on lap 48 and went on to lead the rest of the way, ultimately claiming his first career NASCAR Grand National victory.
Flock’s win was a breakthrough moment in NASCAR history, launching a career that would include 39 victories. Bob Flock finished second, a half‑lap behind his brother, followed by Clyde Minter in third. Red Byron took fourth, and Bill Snowden rounded out the top five. The race featured multiple lead changes and showcased the rugged, competitive nature of early NASCAR racing on dirt tracks.
