Which race did NASA management ask Gordon Cooper to withdraw from in 1968?
24 Hours of Daytona
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Southwest Championship Drag Boat race
Orange Bowl Regatta
Answer
In 1968, NASA management asked Gordon Cooper to withdraw from the 24 Hours of Daytona, which he was competing in as a hobby. The request came after Cooper was involved in a minor accident during the race, and NASA officials feared that he would be injured or killed if he continued to compete. Cooper complied with the request and withdrew from the race.
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