Happy Daytona Speedweek! It’s nearly time for the 2026 Daytona 500. This week, Nascar’s fastest drivers are headed down to Daytona Beach, Fla. to race 500 miles around the iconic oval track at Daytona International Speedway.

William Byron will try to become the first driver in history to win the Daytona 500 three consecutive years when the 68th running of “The Great American Race” opens the NASCAR season on Sunday. Byron won last year’s event in overtime after race leader Denny Hamlin got spun on the final lap,

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season begins in Daytona Beach with the Daytona 500. Will Donald Trump attend the Great American Race this year?

Now streaming on Prime Video A feature-length documentary capturing the chaos, pressure and legacy of the “Great American Race” After two seasons focused on the NASCAR Cup Series championship fight, “Full Speed” turns its 2026 attention to a single event — the Daytona 500.

Kyle Busch will be on the pole for the Daytona 500 this weekend. Busch claimed the top spot with a time of 49.006 in the final round of qualifying on Wednesday. Chase Briscoe will start in the second position. Kyle Busch (49.006)

The February 15, 2026, Daytona 500 was given a new start time. Due to inclement weather conditions, the race had to be rescheduled, so fans are wondering how and when they can tune into the annual event. Find out what time Daytona 500 is supposed to start ...

Rain washed out NASCAR Cup Series qualifying, putting Daytona 500 winner Tyler Reddick on the pole for the Autotrader 400. The 2026 Daytona 500 delivered roughly 7.5 million viewers on FOX, a strong increase from 2025.