The 2025 Daytona 500 Full Results have reshaped the NASCAR Cup Series standings. A thrilling finish, unexpected turns, and a major achievement defined the season opener. One driver made history, while others delivered career-best performances. A legendary team added another milestone to its record. The championship battle is already taking shape, with a tight points race among top contenders. The race set the tone for an intense season, leaving fans eager to see what happens next.
Byron Makes History in NASCAR’s Biggest Race
Byron’s victory in the NASCAR Cup Series opener secured Hendrick Motorsports’ 313th career win. He broke a record previously held by Jeff Gordon, who was slightly older when he won his second Daytona 500 in 1999. Byron joins an elite group as only the fifth driver to achieve consecutive wins in the race.
Strong Performances from the Top Five Finishers
Runner-up Tyler Reddick earned his best Daytona 500 finish, improving from his previous worst of 27th place. Jimmie Johnson took third, marking his best result in the race since his 2013 victory.
Chase Briscoe finished fourth, the highest finish by a pole-sitter since Dale Jarrett’s 2000 win. John Hunter Nemechek secured fifth, tying his career-best Cup Series finish.
Daytona 500 Full Results
| Position | Driver | Car Number | Manufacturer |
| 1 | William Byron | 24 | Chevrolet |
| 2 | Tyler Reddick | 45 | Toyota |
| 3 | Jimmie Johnson | 84 | Toyota |
| 4 | Chase Briscoe | 19 | Toyota |
| 5 | John Hunter Nemechek | 42 | Toyota |
| 6 | Alex Bowman | 48 | Chevrolet |
| 7 | Ryan Blaney | 12 | Ford |
| 8 | Austin Cindric | 2 | Ford |
| 9 | Justin Allgaier | 40 | Chevrolet |
| 10 | Chris Buescher | 17 | Ford |
| 11 | Michael McDowell | 71 | Chevrolet |
| 12 | Erik Jones | 43 | Toyota |
| 13 | Daniel Suarez | 99 | Chevrolet |
| 14 | Ty Dillon | 10 | Chevrolet |
| 15 | Chase Elliott | 9 | Chevrolet |
| 16 | Ty Gibbs | 54 | Toyota |
| 17 | Riley Herbst | 35 | Toyota |
| 18 | Ricky Stenhouse Jr. | 47 | Chevrolet |
| 19 | Justin Haley | 7 | Chevrolet |
| 20 | Kyle Larson | 5 | Chevrolet |
| 21 | Cole Custer | 41 | Ford |
| 22 | Corey LaJoie | 1 | Ford |
| 23 | Austin Dillon | 3 | Chevrolet |
| 24 | Denny Hamlin | 11 | Toyota |
| 25 | Cody Ware | 51 | Ford |
| 26 | Brad Keselowski | 6 | Ford |
| 27 | Todd Gilliland | 34 | Ford |
| 28 | Noah Gragson | 4 | Ford |
| 29 | Bubba Wallace | 23 | Toyota |
| 30 | Carson Hocevar | 77 | Chevrolet |
| 31 | Christopher Bell | 20 | Toyota |
| 32 | Ryan Preece | 60 | Ford |
| 33 | Shane Van Gisbergen | 88 | Chevrolet |
| 34 | Kyle Busch | 8 | Chevrolet |
| 35 | Joey Logano | 22 | Ford |
| 36 | Zane Smith | 38 | Ford |
| 37 | Josh Berry | 21 | Ford |
| 38 | Martin Truex Jr. | 56 | Toyota |
| 39 | Helio Castroneves | 91 | Chevrolet |
| 40 | Ross Chastain | 1 | Chevrolet |
| 41 | AJ Allmendinger | 16 | Chevrolet |
Standings and Stage Wins Shake Up the Points Race
Despite a late crash, Ryan Blaney won Stage 2 and collected 51 points, taking the championship lead by one point over Byron. The rest of the top five drivers include Austin Cindric (48), Reddick (44), and Alex Bowman (42).
What This Means for NASCAR’s 2025 Season
Byron’s win solidifies him as a top contender in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series. His back-to-back victories add to Hendrick Motorsports’ legacy at Daytona. With a close points battle, the season is set for exhilarating competition in the coming races.
News in Brief: 2025 Daytona 500 Full Results
William Byron won his second straight Daytona 500, making history for Hendrick Motorsports. He became the youngest driver to win multiple Daytona 500s. The race saw strong performances from Tyler Reddick, Jimmie Johnson, and Chase Briscoe. Ryan Blaney leads the standings, setting up a competitive NASCAR season.
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