It's Race Day: DAYTONA 500 @ 1:30 PM ET

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A thrilling 41-driver field is set to take the green flag today at the DAYTONA 500, vying for the coveted Harley J. Earl Trophy and the prestigious title of champion in the legendary "Great American Race." Ways to Watch Lineup Tracker Earn points today! Check in while viewing the live leaderboard. Remember to submit or modify your fantasy lineup up to five minutes before the official green flag. Live Race Leaderboard Check-In 50 pts Join Fantasy Live 100 pts Set DAYTONA 500 Lineup 10 pts Earn Points NASCAR CUP SERIES A Spectacle Awaits One driver has a chance to etch his name into the record books where no Daytona legend has been. William Byron will aim to become the first to ever win three consecutive 500s, leading a stout No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports team into the season ahead. And if the frantic character of Thursday’s Duel qualifying races are any indicator, the potential for a nerve-jarring 500 is there. Read Article WHO YOU GOT? Lock in your drivers! Every pick matters. Set your lineup and see how you stack up. Remember, you have up to five minutes before the green flag to submit or modify your picks. Make Your Picks SCHEDULE     NEWS     TICKETS     SHOP © 2026 NASCAR, LLC, NASCAR Digital Media, LLC, and NASCAR Media Group, LLC. All Rights Reserved. NASCAR® and its marks are trademarks of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, LLC. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. NASCAR Digital Media | One Daytona Boulevard | Daytona Beach, FL 32114 USA Preference Center  |  Unsubscribe   |  Privacy Policy