The NASCAR Cup Series season starts today with the 2026 Daytona 500. The green flag will fly sooner than originally scheduled thanks to inclement weather headed for Daytona International Speedway. William Byron of Hendrick Motorsports seeks an unprecedented third straight Daytona 500 win, but he starts 39th. Kyle Busch of Richard Childress Racing starts from pole position. We will have live leaderboard updates and highlights throughout, so please remember to refresh.When is the 2026 NASCAR Daytona 500? What is the date of the race? The Daytona 500 will be Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026.What time does the 2026 Daytona 500 green flag drop today? When is the NASCAR race start time on Sunday, Feb. 15,...
