This Sunday's Daytona 500 is scheduled. It is a highly prestigious race in NASCAR. The drivers competing will come from all corners of the country. Below is a list of the drivers that will compete. Kurt Busch is defending the title. Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott have never won the race. Jamie McMurray and Derrike Cope will also race in Daytona. Tony Stewart will also race the race.
Kurt Busch is the Daytona 500 defending winner
Popular driver in NASCAR, the Daytona 500 defending winner is Busch. Busch won the event four years in succession, including last season. He won Dover the last time he did so in 2012. He won the race by almost two seconds over Denny Hamlin that year. Busch is the current Cup champion and races for the 23XI team founded by Michael Jordan. Busch is not only the Daytona 500 champion but also won the race in a Ford as well as a Toyota.
Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson have not won this race
Ryan Blaney was passed by Kyle Larson on Sunday's opening lap of Daytona 500. He didn't see Elliott go three wide. Elliott spun as a result. Larson had three laps to go before he could beat the field. He did it. But, what came next was a bit more complicated.
Jamie McMurray (Derrike Cope) will race in Daytona
Rick Ware Racing has announced that Robby Gard and James Hinchcliffe will race in the Daytona 500. Jamie McMursray, Derrike Cope, and Jamie McMursray are the No. 15 cars are expected to participate in the event. Jacob Companies is a multifaceted construction firm that has been with the team for many years. For the past three years, Jacob Companies has been NASCAR’s primary partner.
Tony Stewart will call it.
The Daytona 500 is one of the most coveted races in the racing calendar, and FOX Sports has announced that NASCAR Hall of Famer Tony Stewart will join the broadcast booth. Clint Bowyer will join Mike Joy and Adam Alexander to call the race. Stewart will take over for Jeff Gordon, who retired from broadcasting last summer to become Vice-Chief of Hendrick Motorsports. Stewart will be a guest analyst at the Busch Light Clash in L.A. Coliseum on Feb. 6 and 2:30 PM ET on Feb. 20.
Live streaming
There are many ways to watch the Daytona 500 on the go. There are several streaming options available for those who can't watch the broadcast live on television. FuboTV, a popular streaming service, includes Fox channels and costs about $45 per year. However, it does not reach all parts of the country. VPNs can be used to circumvent these restrictions. You can also subscribe to DirecTV Now, which offers more than 65 different channels. To access the stream, however, you will need a data connection.
FAQ
How many people go into making a racecar?
Many race car manufacturers employ hundreds.
They produce parts such as wheels, tires suspension systems, body panels, engine components and engine components.
Who invented car racing?
Charles Brady King was the inventor of this racecourse, which was built in Long Island, New York in 1896. July 4th was the day that the first auto race took part.
Which country has the most car races?
USA - More than 100 countries host car races. USA holds over 300 car races each year.
Statistics
- Petty has won 200 NASCAR Cup Series races, a likely unbreakable record, along with a series record seven Cup championships. (frontstretch.com)
- According to thepostgame.com, “The Daytona 500 is one of four ‘restrictor plate' races on NASCAR's calendar, given both safety and competitive concerns for the long track and its famous 31-degree banking in its four corners.” (defensivedriving.com)
- In 2009, the slick tires returned as a part of revisions to the rules for the 2009 season; slicks have no grooves and give up to 18% more contact with the track. (en.wikipedia.org)
- This change may give an improvement of up to 29% fuel efficiency. (en.wikipedia.org)
- According to AutoSport, IndyCar's top speeds are 380km/h or 236 mph. (motorbiscuit.com)
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How to get started in motorsports
First, learn how to drive. Once you have this skill, you can start racing. A team is necessary if you are to race professionally. To do this, you must demonstrate your ability to communicate well with others and also show that you understand what it takes to win races. You should also be willing to take risks and put your life at risk. If you are interested in becoming a professional driver, it is important to study the sport and learn all aspects of driving.