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The Daytona 500 has crowned some of the biggest names in racing history, and the Andretti surname proudly sits on that list. Now, the legacy of a former Daytona 500 champion is making its way into NASCAR once again,
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Get live updates from the 2026 Daytona 500, including race results, leaderboard, highlights, stats, standings, breaking news and the reactions of winners Tyler Reddick and Michael Jordan in NASCAR’s season-opening race.
After the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season-opener, Tyler Reddick has a head start on the field; and the trends says that will likely land him a spot in The Chase for The Bill France Cup