Denny Hamlin led a trio of Toyota drivers — the manufacturer claimed five of the top six spots — in the opening practice for the Daytona 500.

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Denny Hamlin climbs into his car during a practice session for the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona ...

Every year, the NASCAR Cup ... are guaranteed Daytona 500 entries — though not starting position — while the remaining nine drivers will be fighting for the four remaining spots.

The biggest event in NASCAR is back, as the Daytona 500 is just days away ... leaving four open spots for non-chartered cars. Wednesday’s one-lap qualifier will determine who has the front ...

The Daytona 500 has NASCAR’s most unique — and complicated ... The remaining four spots are filled by non-chartered cars, often referred to as “open teams." “It’s not just seven ...

Toyota has its first pole position for the Daytona 500. Chase Briscoe ... are entered for 40 spots in the race. Of those 45, 36 cars are guaranteed a starting spot via NASCAR’s charter system ...

FILE – Joey Logano (22) and Michael McDowell (34) lead the field to start the NASCAR Daytona 500 auto race at Daytona International Speedway, Feb. 19, 2024, in Daytona Beach, Fla. (AP Photo/John ...

They will command the front row and lead the field to NASCAR's ultimate green flag — the start of a brand new season as well as Go-Time for the Great American Race, the 67th Daytona 500 ...

Donald and Melania Trump attended Great American Race at Daytona International Speedway in Florida in 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, ...

The season-opener Daytona 500 is the most thrilling and prestigious race of the NASCAR Cup Series calendar. Whether you’re a die-hard NASCAR fan or a first-time attendee, selecting the right ...