Daytona 500

The Daytona 500 is the most prestigious and iconic race in NASCAR, often called “The Great American Race.” Held annually at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida, the event serves as the season-opening points race for the NASCAR Cup Series. First run in 1959, it immediately established itself as a crown jewel of American motorsports thanks to its history-making moments, high speeds, and tradition of close finishes.

The race covers 500 miles (200 laps) around a 2.5-mile high-banked tri-oval, drawing the world’s top stock car drivers and teams. The Daytona 500 is renowned for setting the tone for the NASCAR season and is widely considered the most coveted victory for drivers, teams, and manufacturers. Winning the Daytona 500 places a driver in elite company, with legends such as Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt, Jeff Gordon, and more recently, William Byron and others adding to its rich legacy.

2025 Daytona 500 Race

The 2025 Daytona 500 was held on Sunday, February 16, at Daytona International Speedway in Florida. Covering 200 laps and 500 miles, the race began at 2:30 PM ET. William Byron claimed his second consecutive Daytona 500 victory.

2024 Daytona 500 Race

The 2024 Daytona 500 took place on Monday, February 19, at Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, Florida, after a weather delay. Joey Logano started on pole, but William Byron secured his first Daytona 500 win, giving Hendrick Motorsports another superspeedway triumph.