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The 2026 Daytona 500 kicks off Sunday at 1:30 p.m. ET on FOX. Originally set for 2:30 p.m. ET, the start time shifts due to potential rain. The iconic race takes place at Daytona International Speedway, a 2.5-mile tri-oval track in Daytona Beach, Florida. The field features 41 cars, with 37 drivers already locked in. Two spots remain up for grabs through single-car qualifying and duels.
The race spans 200 laps, totaling 500 miles, split into three stages: 65 laps, 65 laps, and a final 70 laps. William Byron, aiming for a historic third consecutive win, faces stiff competition. Past winners include Denny Hamlin, Daniel Suarez, and Joey Logano, among others. The forecast predicts high-70s temperatures with a 50% chance of rain. Coverage begins at 11:30 a.m. ET, with the green flag set for 2:13 p.m. ET.
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