Earnhardt follows in father's footsteps at Daytona 500
Dale Earnhardt Jr. won the Daytona 500 as 180000 fans watched. He passed Tony Stewart with 20 laps to go, celebrating in front of the black No. 3 car and lifting his crew on the victory lap. The win marked the third father son Daytona 500 duo, joining Pettys and Allisons, while Dale Earnhardt Inc. extended its dominance at Daytona and Talladega.
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Earnhardt Jr Wins Daytona 500 to Fulfill Dad’s Legacy
Dale Earnhardt Jr. becomes the Daytona 500 champion at Daytona International Speedway, finally breaking his family’s long wait. He reflects on his father’s rivalries and losses, says the win means more than any other race, and acknowledges unfinished business in Daytona despite the historic victory. Stewart offers praise as Jr. basks in the moment and the Nextel Cup era begins. Rain delays add a postscript with the Busch Series Hershey’s Kisses 300 ongoing.
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