There’s no better way to start a NASCAR Cup Series campaign than by winning its first and most prestigious race of the season: the Daytona 500. Among NASCAR’s Crown Jewel races, the event has been a staple in American motorsports since 1959. With its rich legacy, the Daytona 500 is known as the “Super Bowl of Stock Car Racing.”
Throughout his 30-plus years on the NASCAR circuit, Richard Petty won the Daytona 500 more than any other driver, with seven titles to his name. In 2025, William Byron won the Dayona 500 for the second year in a row. At the 2026 event, he’ll attempt to become the first racer to win three Daytona 500 titles in a row.
Check out the all-time Daytona 500 winners below:
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