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2024 Daytona 500 complete race results
Byron narrowly avoided a major 20+ car pileup during the late stages of the race, setting up a battle for the win. As the race approached the white flag, Ross Chastain made a bold move between Byron and Austin Cindric, resulting in contact that sent Chastain and Cindric spinning. The caution flew, and with Byron leading at that moment, Hendrick Motorsports secured its 302nd NASCAR Cup Series victory and ninth Daytona 500 win. Chase Elliott took the win in the first stage, while Ryan Blaney claimed victory in the second stage. Five cautions occurred throughout the race, with the race ending in dramatic fashion.