NASCAR Gatorade Duels Results: Long Shots and Sure Bets

With a fifth-place finish in the second Gatorade Duel, Brian Keselowski is probably the biggest surprise to make the field for the 53rd running of the Daytona 500. With help from his brother, Brad, Brian was able to make his way to the front of the pack at the end of the race to secure his spot for Sunday. Keselowski's performance is surprising given the fact he is driving a car owned by his father with no sponsor on the hood. Plus, he turned in some of the slowest speeds during the practice sessions. His finish highlights the point that the fastest car won't necessarily win the Daytona 500. The two big winners from the Duels was Kurt Busch, driving the No. 22 for Penske Racing; and Jeff Burton, driving the No. 31 for Richard Childress Raci...

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