🏁 2026 Daytona 500 Schedule and Official Channels
The 2026 Daytona 500 officially launches the new NASCAR Cup Series season on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the legendary Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. Known as “The Great American Race,” the 68th edition of this iconic event promises high-speed drama, tight drafting battles, and a packed grandstand atmosphere.
The green flag is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. ET, airing live on FOX. With 40+ drivers battling across 500 miles of superspeedway action, fans can expect unpredictable moments, bold strategy calls, and a photo finish that defines the start of the 2026 racing calendar.
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Don’t miss a single lap of the Daytona 500 2026. Stream FOX live and experience every restart, pit stop, and final-lap showdown from Daytona Beach.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Daytona 500 (68th Running) |
| Date | Sunday, February 15, 2026 |
| Start Time | 1:30 p.m. ET |
| Venue | Daytona International Speedway – Daytona Beach, Florida |
| TV Channel | FOX |
| Live Stream | Fubo |
🚗 2026 Daytona 500 Starting Lineup (Top 10)
| Pos. | Driver | Car No. | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kyle Busch | 8 | Richard Childress Racing |
| 2 | Chase Briscoe | 19 | Joe Gibbs Racing |
| 3 | Joey Logano | 22 | Team Penske |
| 4 | Chase Elliott | 9 | Hendrick Motorsports |
| 5 | Ryan Blaney | 12 | Team Penske |
| 6 | Carson Hocevar | 77 | Spire Motorsports |
| 7 | Austin Dillon | 3 | Richard Childress Racing |
| 8 | Kyle Larson | 5 | Hendrick Motorsports |
| 9 | Brad Keselowski | 6 | RFK Racing |
| 10 | Michael McDowell | 71 | Spire Motorsports |
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With elite drivers like Kyle Busch, Joey Logano, Chase Elliott, and Kyle Larson on the front rows, the 2026 Daytona 500 is set to deliver edge-of-your-seat racing. Superspeedway strategy, late cautions, and drafting alliances will determine who captures the first trophy of the season. Tune in live and witness history unfold at Daytona.
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