Waltrip wins rain shortened Daytona 500 after 109 laps
The 2002 Daytona 500 finished under rain with Darrel Waltrip declared winner after 109 of 200 laps. Kyle Busch finished second followed by Johnson and Kevin Harvick as Ward Burton spun late and rain halted play. Earnhardt Jr led early but electrical issues slowed him.
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Earnhardt Falls Short At Daytona 500 On $2 Part
In a rain shortened Daytona 500 Earnhardt finishes 36th as an alternator and battery issues derail a potential four-race sweep. Teammate Michael Waltrip earns his second Daytona 500 victory in three years while Dale Sr. reflects on the wrenching setback and the $2 part.
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Rain Reduces NASCARs Biggest Race to 91 Laps
The Daytona rain forced a weather gamble as Michael Waltrip led in a race halted after 91 laps. Crew chiefs faced gas and tire choices amid repeated delays, and fans questioned the decision to call the event. Walton?
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Waltrip wins Daytona 500 in photo finish at speedway
Michael Waltrip dominates the Daytona 500 with a 2 hour 2 minute 8 second race time and a 133.870 mph average. Kurt Busch Jimmie Johnson and Kevin Harvick follow in the top spots as the field completes 109 laps under caution.
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