The 2001 Daytona 500, the 43rd running of the event, was the first race of the 2001 NASCAR Winston Cup Series schedule. It was held on February 18, 2001, at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida, consisting of 200 laps and 500 miles on …

NASCAR race result for the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on Feb 18, 2001. NASCAR Standings after race number 1 of the NASCAR Winston Cup Series.

Michael Waltrip won his first race in 463 starts. However, the man that gave Waltrip the ride of his life would lose his own life on the final lap, as 'The Intimidator' Dale Earnhardt was just...

Jan 29, 2023 · Get the full results for the 2001 Daytona 500 NASCAR CUP Series race at Daytona International Speedway. Find out who dominated the race, key stats, and more.

Michael Waltrip raises his hands triumphantly in Victory Lane after winning the Daytona 500. "He had what I felt were life-ending type injuries at the time of impact and nothing could be done...

Sep 27, 2017 · Here are the facts and trivia that people are buzzing about. Date—Sunday, Feb. 18, 2001, at Daytona International Speedway. Distance—500 miles; Course—2.5 miles; Field—43 cars; Average speed—161.783 mph; Margin of victory—0.

Feb 18, 2001 · One of the most infamous NASCAR races of all time. On the final lap, a major accident occurred involving Dale Earnhardt Sr, Ken Schrader, and Sterling Marlin. Earnhardt's car crashed head-on into the retaining wall, killing Earnhardt instantly. Added to the end of the race are news reports of this tragic loss.

Oct 9, 2022 · As a race, the first 199 laps of the 2001 Daytona 500 were spectacular, a race everyone had anticipated and wanted. However, lap 200 would be the one to tear NASCAR apart. The triumph of Michael Waltrip and D.E.I would be made futile as one of motorsports legends passed on in the most unexpected of ways.

Michael Waltrip – 2001 Daytona 500 winner. February 18, 2001 the 43rd running of “The Great American Race” Bill Elliott started on the pole with a qualifying speed of 183.565 he would finish in 5th. The first 100 miles ran under a green flag.

The 2001 Daytona 500 was a NASCAR Winston Cup (now Monster Energy Cup) race held on February 18, 2001, at Daytona International Speedway during the 2001 Winston Cup Series. After 462 starts, Michael Waltrip was finally able to capture his …