The Daytona 500, NASCAR's premier event, was delayed by two days due to persistent rain at the Daytona International Speedway. The race finally commenced on Monday, with the Xfinity Series event being rescheduled as the closing race of the day. Joey Logano started from the pole position for Team Penske, marking a significant milestone for the renowned team.
Despite Logano's initial advantage, three-time Daytona 500 champion Denny Hamlin emerged as the favorite just before the race began, as per FanDuel Sportsbook. The day's festivities were altered due to the weather, with the cancellation of the pre-race concert featuring Pitbull, who promised to return next year to fulfill his commitment.
