A multi-car crash in Stage 1 of the Daytona 500 sent NASCAR Cup Series rookie Harrison Burton on his roof and sent three-time 500 winner Denny Hamlin out of the race. With three laps to go in the stage (Lap 63 of 65), Burton was leading the outside lane and getting a push from behind by Brad Keselowski.
Who crashed in the Daytona 500 yesterday?
(AP) — Three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin became a spectator for the first time in his career at “The Great American Race.” Hamlin crashed out of NASCAR's premier event Sunday, his first DNF in 17 starts in the season opener. Hamlin was caught up on a eight-car melee near the end of the opening stage.
What caused the wreck at the Daytona 500?
Brad Keselowski, Harrison Burton contact triggers eight-car crash in Daytona 500. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — With fewer than five laps remaining in Stage 1 of Sunday's Daytona 500, an eight-car crash broke out at the front of the pack coming out of Turn 2 at Daytona International Speedway.
What happened at the end of the Daytona 500 today?
Austin Cindric won the Daytona 500 on Sunday, surviving a crash-filled ending and holding the lead throughout the two-lap overtime to take the checkered flag in just his eighth Cup Series start.
What was the result of the Daytona 500?
Daytona 500 race results: Austin Cindric edges Bubba Wallace to win NASCAR's big race. Daytona Beach, Fla. NASCAR Cup Series rookie Austin Cindric won Sunday's Daytona 500, beating Bubba Wallace by a nose. The field re-racked for overtime with Cindric lining up on the outside out front with the former driver of his No.
27 related questions foundWhere did Chase Elliott finish in the Daytona 500?
CONCORD, N.C. – Chase Elliott led the Hendrick Motorsports brigade to the checkered flag in the 64th running of the DAYTONA 500.
Who wrecked at Daytona today?
Ross Chastain, Brad Keselowski, Denny Hamlin, Kyle Busch, Christopher Bell, Harrison Burton, William Byron and Alex Bowman were involved in a nasty eight-car crash on Lap 63 of the Daytona 500, the season-opening race. The wreck sent Burton airborne, with his No.
Who won the Daytona race yesterday?
Austin Cindric held off Ryan Blaney and Bubba Wallace in the final run to the checkered flag and won Sunday's Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Cindric is the ninth driver to earn their first NASCAR Cup Series win in the Daytona 500.
Was there a crash at Daytona?
Myatt Snider crashes on the last lap at Daytona. Despite a terrifying flip amid a stunning scene, Myatt Snider was able to walk away under his own power. Snider's car got airborne, flipped over the car of Jade Buford and was perpendicular to the track as he slammed into the backstretch catchfence.
Who won the Daytona 500 in 2021?
2021 Daytona 500, winner – Michael McDowell
Michael McDowell won the 63rd annual Daytona 500 in 2021 after a crash on the final lap of the race. Joey Logano was leading and teammate Brad Keselowski tried to pass him on the backstretch.
What did the drivers say after the Daytona 500?
What Drivers Said after the Daytona 500
- Austin Cindric - No. 2 Discount Tire Ford - WINNER: Oh, my God. ...
- Bubba Wallace - No. 23 Mcdonald's Toyota - Finished Second: “What could have been, right? ...
- Chase Briscoe - No. ...
- Ryan Blaney - No. ...
- Aric Almirola - No. ...
- Kyle Busch - No. ...
- Michael McDowell - No. ...
- David Regan - No.
Did Denny Hamlin crash at Daytona 500?
Denny Hamlin crashed out of the Daytona 500 on Sunday, ending his bid for a fourth victory in NASCAR's premier event. Feb. 20, 2022, at 5:15 p.m.
What happened to Denny Hamlin Daytona 500?
Hamlin's car was damaged in a lap 63 accident on the back straightaway that involved eight cars and caused four to retire from the competition.
Does Greg Biffle still race?
Although he stopped racing in NASCAR full-time at the end of the 2016 season, Biffle never actually retired. After a few years of toiling in mid-pack, Biffle opted to walk away from the full-time Cup ride he long held at what is now RFK Racing in favor of a better opportunity -- whenever that came about.
Is Kurt Busch still married?
Kurt Busch acknowledged Thursday that he and wife are "legally separated... and in the upcoming weeks we'll work at formally terminating our marriage." Busch and Eva Bryan, who is from Chesapeake, were married July 23, 2006 - three years to the day after they met on a blind date.
Does Kurt Busch kids?
Kurt has not officially announced what exactly his relationship is with Driscoll, but one can only speculate it is more than a casual friendship. During Kurt and Eva's marriage, they had no children.
Who does Myatt Snider drive for?
Myatt Snider will drive the No. 31 Chevrolet for Jordan Anderson Racing in the 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. Fresh off a full-season with Richard Childress Racing, Snider earned his first career victory at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Feb. 27, 2021.
How many caution laps at Daytona 500?
MENCS: Eight Cautions Slow Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. The 59th running of the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway saw eight cautions throughout the 500-mile event. Two of those cautions involved 10-plus drivers and ended the afternoon for several key names.
How do NASCAR drivers pee?
What do NASCAR drivers do when they have to pee? They have to hold it as long as they can. At the very last moment, they don't have any option left except peeing on the seat.
Is there a Daytona 500 today?
The Daytona 500 is today. How to watch NASCAR's biggest race or listen on the radio. Daytona Beach, Fla. NASCAR's Daytona 500 is 2:30 p.m. Sunday on FOX.
