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Donald Trump was in attendance for NASCAR’s first Cup Series race of the season, the landmark Daytona 500 known as ‘The Great American Race’.

NASCAR fans cheered as Donald Trump performed an extravagent fly over in Air Force One as he arrived at the Daytona 500.

The President flew over the track in his plane, making his imminent arrival obvious to those in the stands. The hundreds of thousands of fans in attendance cheered his arrival.

But his attendance meant enhanced security measures for fans and questions from some taxpayers over the use of their dollars to fund his extravagent attendance at both ‘The Great American Race’ and the Super Bowl last weekend.

Before attending the race, Trump said in a statement: “Today, I look forward to joining tens of thousands of American Patriots in Daytona Beach, Florida, for the “Great American Race”—the legendary Daytona 500—and the official start to the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series.

This iconic race showcases the fastest, most fearless drivers in motorsports, who represent our Nation’s love of tradition, competition, and automotive innovation. The Daytona 500 brings together people from all walks of life—from lifelong racing fans to first-time spectators—they all join in celebrating a shared passion for speed, adrenaline, and the thrill of the race.

From the roar of the engines on the track to the echo of “The Star-Spangled Banner” soaring through the stands, the Daytona 500 is a timeless tribute to the speed, strength, and unyielding spirit that make America great. That spirit is what will fuel America’s Golden Age, and if we harness it, the future is truly ours.

“Since the very beginning, NASCAR has carried forth a proud tradition of honoring our heroic Service members for their unwavering courage. While fans from around the world gather today at Daytona International Speedway, we extend our unending gratitude to the selfless men and women in uniform who risk their lives to keep us safe.