William Byron Wins Chaotic Daytona 500

The 2025 Daytona 500 was marked by intense drama and significant crashes, most notably involving Ryan Preece and Kyle Busch. Ryan Preece's car went airborne in a terrifying crash after Christopher Bell's collision, raising safety concerns as it flipped multiple times before he emerged unharmed. Kyle Busch criticized Joey Logano for triggering a pileup that led to his car's damage and eventual disqualification under NASCAR's Damaged Vehicle Policy. Former President Donald Trump attended the event, adding to the spectacle with a ceremonial motorcade. Despite the chaos, William Byron claimed his second consecutive Daytona 500 victory amid multiple weather delays and wrecks.