"Daytona 500 Victory: William Byron Triumphs in Crash-Filled Finish"

William Byron wins the rain-delayed Daytona 500, ending Hendrick Motorsports' nine-race losing streak in the event and marking the team's 40th anniversary season with a victory. The win, which came under caution, was an emotional moment for Byron and his crew chief, Rudy Fugle. The victory ties Hendrick Motorsports with Petty Enterprises for the most Daytona 500 wins in NASCAR history. The race, delayed due to persistent rain, also saw the hiring of a top antitrust and sports lawyer by the teams amid an ongoing dispute with NASCAR over a new revenue-sharing model.