1971: The race saw 48 lead changes — double the previous year. 1972: A.J. Foyt graced the cover of Sports Illustrated after ...

The Daytona 500 is one of the NASCAR Cup Series’ crown-jewel races. It’s the crown jewel of crown jewels and by far, the biggest race of the NASCAR schedule. It also opens the 36-race season every ...

1972: A.J. Foyt graced the cover of Sports Illustrated after winning the race. He was the first Daytona 500 champ to do so. 1973: Country music singer Marty Robbins made 35 NASCAR starts between ...