Daytona 500 Results: Finishing Order and Video Highlights from Memorable Race

Often compared to the Super Bowl in terms of its importance for NASCAR drivers and fans, the Daytona 500 is always a huge race that can shape the rest of the season. After an over-six-hour rain delay, several multi-car pileups and a win by the most popular driver in the sport, the 56th running of the Great American Race was certainly an unforgettable one. Dale Earnhardt Jr. became just the 11th driver in NASCAR history to win the race multiple times with his second win after finishing in second place in three of the previous four seasons. Hendrick Motorsports teammate Jeff Gordon, who finished fourth, talked about the significance of the win, per NASCAR on ESPN: Gordon: "The world is right right now, Dale Jr. just won the Daytona 500. Tha...

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