Daytona 500 Grand Marshal 2026: Nate Bargatze first comedian in role

Nate Bargatze was named Grand Marshal a week after Kurt Russell was tabbed for pace-car duties. The Daytona 500 is Feb. 15 in Daytona Beach.

Nashville comedian Nate Bargatze named Daytona 500 grand marshal

Comedian Nate Bargatze has been named the Grand Marshal for the 2026 Daytona 500. Bargatze, a Grammy winner and "Saturday ...

Dario Franchitti Returns to NASCAR With TRICON at St. Petersburg

Dario Franchitti is set to return to NASCAR as he'll compete for TRICON Garage in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series street ...

Dario Franchitti to race for Tricon Garage at St. Petersburg Truck Series race

Four-time NTT IndyCar Series champion Dario Franchitti will compete with Tricon Garage at the St. Petersburg Truck Series street race.

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Franchitti to make NASCAR return for Truck Series race at St. Petersburg

Dario Franchitti will make his return to NASCAR in a one-off appearance at St. Petersburg with defending Craftsman Truck Series champions Tricon Garage.