Rain delays, crashes, and a dramatic final lap defined this year’s Daytona 500, creating one of the most chaotic finishes in recent history. However, not all fans were thrilled with the outcome. Adding to the day’s intrigue, Donald Trump attended the event.
After hours of weather-related stoppages and fierce on-track battles, the 2025 Daytona 500 came down to a final-lap shake-up that saw an unexpected driver
The event kicked off with high energy as actor Anthony Mackie, known for his recent role as the new Captain America, signaled the start of the engines
Once the green flag waved, the action was intense — but short-lived. Just 11 laps in, a storm system moved in, forcing drivers to pit road. This marked the sixth time in 14 years that weather had delayed the Daytona 500.