William Byron secured his second consecutive victory at the Daytona 500, navigating through a series of late-race wrecks to take the checkered flag at Daytona International Speedway on Sunday night. Byron, driving for Hendrick Motorsports, became the first back-to-back winner since Denny Hamlin in 2019-20.
The race was filled with drama, with multiple delays due to weather and a final lap wreck that NASCAR decided not to caution, allowing Byron to race to the finish line. President Donald Trump, who was in attendance, led the drivers on two laps around the track in his presidential limousine.
Byron’s win marked Hendrick Motorsports’ 10th Daytona 500 victory, setting a new record as the team surpassed Petty Enterprises. Despite the chaotic nature of the race, Byron expressed gratitude for the outcome, acknowledging the unpredictable circumstances that led to his win.
Several other top contenders, including Bubba Wallace, Kyle Larson, Daniel Suarez, and Brad Keselowski, were also caught in wrecks that ended their chances at victory. The race featured multiple crashes, including one that involved reigning NASCAR champion Joey Logano and several former Cup Series champions.
Tyler Reddick finished second behind Byron, with two-time Daytona 500 champion Jimmie Johnson coming in third. The Daytona 500 once again proved to be a thrill-filled event with unexpected twists and turns, showcasing the unpredictable nature of NASCAR racing.
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