Preece claims first NASCAR Cup win at Daytona, enters Chase
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 3:29 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Ryan Preece secured his first career win in the NASCAR Cup Series by winning the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway. The race concluded in overtime, with Preece managing a victory despite running low on fuel. This win allows Preece to qualify for the NASCAR Cup Series Chase, marking a significant milestone in his racing career.
- •Ryan Preece won the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona.
- •The race ended in overtime due to a late caution.
- •Preece faced fuel issues but held on for the win.
- •This win marks his first career victory in the series.
- •Preece qualifies for the NASCAR Cup Series Chase.
- 3:29 AMRacer — Preece storms into NASCAR Cup Chase with first career win at Daytona
"Short on fuel in the late going, but with no dearth of tenacity, Preece won Saturday night’s Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway in overtime to force his way into the NASCAR Cup Series Chase.
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