Who Won the Daytona 500

 In a dramatic conclusion to the 67th Daytona 500 on February 16, 2025, 

William Byron secured his second consecutive victory in "The Great American Race." Byron, driving the No. 24 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports, became the first back-to-back winner since Denny Hamlin achieved the feat in 2019 and 2020. This triumph also marked the record-breaking 10th Daytona 500 win for Hendrick Motorsports, surpassing Petty Enterprises. (nascar.com)

The race was characterized by multiple weather delays, including a nearly four-hour rain stoppage, and several significant on-track incidents. A pivotal moment occurred during a two-lap overtime finish when a multi-car wreck unfolded on the backstretch. Byron, who was running ninth at the start of overtime, skillfully navigated through the chaos to emerge at the front. He held off Tyler Reddick, who finished second, and seven-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, who secured third place in his best Daytona 500 result since his 2013 victory. (nascar.com)

The final-lap crash was triggered when Cole Custer made contact with Denny Hamlin, leading to a chain reaction that involved several front-runners, including Austin Cindric. Despite the turmoil, NASCAR officials chose not to deploy the caution flag, allowing the race to conclude under green. Byron's victory was his 14th in the NASCAR Cup Series and solidified his status as one of the sport's rising stars. (nascar.com)

This win also underscored the dominance of Hendrick Motorsports at Daytona International Speedway, further cementing their legacy in NASCAR history. Byron's back-to-back victories have placed him among an elite group of drivers who have achieved consecutive Daytona 500 wins, highlighting his exceptional talent and the strength of his team.

For a visual recap of the race's thrilling conclusion, you can watch the final moments here: In a dramatic conclusion to the 67th Daytona 500 on February 16, 2025, William Byron secured his second consecutive victory in "The Great American Race." Byron, driving the No. 24 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports, became the first back-to-back winner since Denny Hamlin achieved the feat in 2019 and 2020. This triumph also marked the record-breaking 10th Daytona 500 win for Hendrick Motorsports, surpassing Petty Enterprises. (nascar.com)

The race was characterized by multiple weather delays, including a nearly four-hour rain stoppage, and several significant on-track incidents. A pivotal moment occurred during a two-lap overtime finish when a multi-car wreck unfolded on the backstretch. Byron, who was running ninth at the start of overtime, skillfully navigated through the chaos to emerge at the front. He held off Tyler Reddick, who finished second, and seven-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, who secured third place in his best Daytona 500 result since his 2013 victory. (nascar.com)

The final-lap crash was triggered when Cole Custer made contact with Denny Hamlin, leading to a chain reaction that involved several front-runners, including Austin Cindric. Despite the turmoil, NASCAR officials chose not to deploy the caution flag, allowing the race to conclude under green. Byron's victory was his 14th in the NASCAR Cup Series and solidified his status as one of the sport's rising stars. (nascar.com)

This win also underscored the dominance of Hendrick Motorsports at Daytona International Speedway, further cementing their legacy in NASCAR history. Byron's back-to-back victories have placed him among an elite group of drivers who have achieved consecutive Daytona 500 wins, highlighting his exceptional talent and the strength of his team.

For a visual recap of the race's thrilling conclusion, you can watch the final moments here: In a dramatic conclusion to the 67th Daytona 500 on February 16, 2025, William Byron secured his second consecutive victory in "The Great American Race." Byron, driving the No. 24 Chevrolet for Hendrick Motorsports, became the first back-to-back winner since Denny Hamlin achieved the feat in 2019 and 2020. This triumph also marked the record-breaking 10th Daytona 500 win for Hendrick Motorsports, surpassing Petty Enterprises. (nascar.com)

The race was characterized by multiple weather delays, including a nearly four-hour rain stoppage, and several significant on-track incidents. A pivotal moment occurred during a two-lap overtime finish when a multi-car wreck unfolded on the backstretch. Byron, who was running ninth at the start of overtime, skillfully navigated through the chaos to emerge at the front. He held off Tyler Reddick, who finished second, and seven-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson, who secured third place in his best Daytona 500 result since his 2013 victory. (nascar.com)

The final-lap crash was triggered when Cole Custer made contact with Denny Hamlin, leading to a chain reaction that involved several front-runners, including Austin Cindric. Despite the turmoil, NASCAR officials chose not to deploy the caution flag, allowing the race to conclude under green. Byron's victory was his 14th in the NASCAR Cup Series and solidified his status as one of the sport's rising stars. (nascar.com)

This win also underscored the dominance of Hendrick Motorsports at Daytona International Speedway, further cementing their legacy in NASCAR history. Byron's back-to-back victories have placed him among an elite group of drivers who have achieved consecutive Daytona 500 wins, highlighting his exceptional talent and the strength of his team.

For a visual recap of the race's thrilling conclusion, you can watch the final moments here: