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Reddicks Last-Lap Daytona 500 Win for Jordan

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Tyler Reddick won the Daytona 500 for 23XI Racing, co-owned by Michael Jordan and Denny Hamlin. He took the lead on the final lap after contact with Chase Elliott. Jordan celebrated the victory days after a legal settlement with NASCAR. read more


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Daytona 500 Chaos: Big One Wrecks Hamlin, Lifts Wallace

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A massive 20-car crash erupted at the Daytona 500, triggered when leader Justin Allgaier blocked Denny Hamlin. Hamlin spun out, collecting many contenders. Bubba Wallace avoided the wreck to win the stage under caution. read more

Daytona 500 Moves Start Time for Weather, Byron Chases History

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The Daytona 500 start is moved up an hour to 2:13 p.m. ET Sunday due to weather. William Byron seeks a historic third consecutive win, while Kyle Busch will start from the pole position. read more

Jimmie Johnson to Retire from Cup Series in 2027

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Seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson plans to end his Cup Series career at the 2027 Daytona 500. He will continue racing in other series but will not return to NASCAR's premier level, focusing instead on team ownership. read more

Daytona 500: Champions Chase Elusive Glory

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The 2026 Daytona 500 preview highlights favorites like Logano, Blaney, Hamlin, Byron, and Elliott. It notes Kyle Busch's pole position and the long drought since a pole-sitter last won in 2000. The piece also covers drivers racing through significant injuries. read more

Byron Aims for Daytona 500 Three-Peat from the Back

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William Byron will attempt a historic third consecutive Daytona 500 win, but must do so in a backup car after a qualifying wreck. He remains confident, having won his first 500 in a backup. The challenge requires both skill and fortune. read more

Gragson Disqualified for Daytona 500 Hand Rule Violation

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Noah Gragson became the first driver penalized under NASCAR's new rule, losing his Daytona 500 qualifying time for sticking his hand out the window. He admitted forgetting the rule, while others found the incident humorous. read more

Busch Snags Daytona 500 Pole, Aims to End Winless Streak

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Kyle Busch, winless in 20 Daytona 500 attempts, captured the pole position. This gives the two-time NASCAR champion a prime starting spot to end his long losing streak in the prestigious season-opening race. read more

Trump's Daytona 500 Appearance Raises Questions About Government Spending

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Donald Trump took a taxpayer-funded joyride at the rained-out Daytona 500, overshadowing the event. He used the presidential limousine, "The Beast," while Elon Musk's cost-cutting DOGE operation led to threats of massive firings in federal agencies. read more

Donald Trump to Attend Daytona 500; DHS Staff Cuts Continue

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President Trump is set to attend the Daytona 500 race amidst ongoing federal agency staff reductions. His presence also follows announcements of reciprocal tariffs, raising concerns about a potential global trade war. read more