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    An action-packed first 250 miles at the annual running of Nascar's Daytona 500

    An action-packed first 250 miles at the annual running of Nascar's Daytona 500


    At least seven different drivers have held the lead as the 41-strong field concertina their way around the Daytona International Speedway.

    Shane van Gisbergen had surged his way to the front as they hit the halfway point.

    He was leading the pack through 100 laps - having started 13th.

    MOTORSPORT WITH CRC FIVE FIVE SIX.  NEW ZEALAND'S TOOLKIT IN A CAN

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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