The NASCAR Daytona 500 commenced on Sunday, February 16, however Florida rain screeched the race to a halt for some time — a number of hours to be precise. As excessive winds and torrential rain hit Daytona Beach, attendees and drivers have been compelled to attend it out. So, who received the 2025 Daytona 500?
Multiple celebrities, together with Captain America: Brave New World star Anthony Mackie, have been on the race. The 46-year-old Marvel Cinematic Universe hero gushed over how “amazing” it was to attend the occasion “and be welcomed this way,” per the Associated Press.
“The movie being No. 1 on top of that, with America’s great race, you know, it’s phenomenal, man,” Mackie mentioned. “I think it’s one of those moments where the perfect two things culminated at the right time. I couldn’t have asked for a better time.”
In addition to Anthony, Donald Trump was additionally on the Daytona 500 for a short time.
Below, get updates on who received the Daytona 500 this yr.
Was the Daytona 500 Postponed?
The race was not postponed to a different day, but it surely was interrupted by rain and had a three-hour delay.
Did Trump Leave the Daytona 500 Race?
Yes, the president left the race after the heavy downpour started. He spoke with reporters after he flew again to West Palm Beach, the place he instructed them he’d watch the race from residence.
When Trump arrived to the Daytona International Speedway, his motorcade led the drivers across the observe for 2 laps. He additionally instructed them to “have a lot of fun” and to additionally keep protected.
“This is your favorite president. I’m a big fan. I am a really big fan of you people,” Trump mentioned to the drivers, in line with the Associated Press. “How you do this I don’t know, but I just want you to be safe. You’re talented people and you’re great people and great Americans. Have a good day, have a lot of fun and I’ll see you later.”
Who Won the Daytona 500?
William Byron received the 2025 Daytona 500. According to a number of retailers, Byron known as his victory “really special,” since he shortly climbed from the ninth spot to first place on the finish of the race.
“It’s an amazing race, and obviously a lot of crazy racing out there tonight and just a lot of pushing and shoving, but just really proud of our team,” Byron mentioned after the race. “I can’t stress that enough. I’m just super thankful.”
Tyler Reddick completed in second place, and Jimmie Johnson completed in third.
Daytona 500 Leaderboard
The following drivers have been within the prime 5 spots on the leaderboard towards the tip of the race earlier than Byron received.
- Corey LaJoie
- Austin Cindric
- John Hunter Nemechek
- Denny Hamlin
- Austin Dillon
In the ultimate laps, although, a number of crashes occurred. During lap No. 196, Christopher Bell hit a wall after a nudge from Cole Custer. Ryan Preece additionally flipped after being hit, and a number of different drivers have been additionally concerned within the collision. However, all reported that they have been OK.