2024 NASCAR Cup Series Opening Race - Daytona 500: Can Stenhouse Jr. earn back-to-back Harley J. Earl trophies? February 16, 2024 by Marc Jerbs

On Sunday, the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season formally opens with its first opening race, the Daytona 500. Race time is set 2:30PM ET at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, FL.

The Daytona 500, an iconic event in the world of motorsports, is NASCAR's premier racing spectacle. With its rich history dating back to 1959, the Daytona 500 attracts millions of viewers worldwide, showcasing high-speed thrills, intense competition, and unforgettable moments on the track.

The last three years of the NASCAR Cup Series taught us to expect the unexpected during the Daytona 500 race. In 2021, Michael McDonald won his 1st NASCAR Cup series win at Daytona 500. The following year, rookie driver claimed the victory while defending race champion Ricky Stenhouse Jr got the win and erased his six years race drought in the NASCAR Cup series. For this year, defending NASCAR Cup series champion Ryan Blaney is heavily favored to win the Daytona 500.

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As drivers battle for victory on the famed 2.5-mile oval, fans witness breathtaking maneuvers, dramatic finishes, and celebrations in Victory Lane. Experience the heart-pounding excitement of the Daytona 500, where speed, skill, and passion collide in an unforgettable racing extravaganza.