1972: A.J. Foyt graced the cover of Sports Illustrated after winning the race. He was the first Daytona 500 champ to do so.

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 ...

The Daytona 500 is the iconic 500-mile NASCAR Cup Series season-opener held annually at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. Considered the most prestigious and important ...

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 ...