NASCAR: Winners and Losers At Daytona

NASCAR: Winners And Losers At Daytona

Feb 21, 2016; Daytona Beach, FL, USA; NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Carl Edwards (19), Kevin Harvick (4), Jaime McMurray (1), Ryan Blaney (21), Brad Keselowski (2) and Kyle Larson (42) during the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports /

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Feb 21, 2016; Daytona Beach, FL, USA; NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Kevin Harvick (4) and Brad Keselowski (2) race during the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /

Winner: Kevin Harvick

Kevin Harvick entered the Daytona 500 after a failed attempt at winning back-to-back championships.

Going into the race on Sunday, Harvick was one of the favorites to win. After joining Stewart-Haas Racing in 2014, he’s elevated his racing to an elite level in the sport and was looking for his second win in The Great American Race.

Early on, Harvick made a race-saving move to ensure a continued day on the track. Coming out of Turn 4, a spot where many wrecks occurred throughout the day, Harvick got loose and went for a ride out on the pavement left of the fast-moving lines. He was able to wiggle himself back into position and take a spot near the back of the field.

By doing that, Harvick potentially saved his car and helped himself stay in the race to secure a 4th-place finish. His incredible car control made the difference in his day.

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