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Daytona 500

Graph of the Day for 02-18-2023: Daytona 500 Polesitters’ Fates

2023-02-18 Diandra 1

This one is near and dear because so many people strive to get the Daytona 500 pole despite the pole giving no advantage in the race itself. I wouldn’t go so far as to call it a disadvantage, but putting a lot of energy into anything except winning the race seems a waste to me. […]

Daytona 500

How Often do Daytona 500 Pole Winners Win the Race?

2022-02-17 Diandra 4

Teams put a lot of effort into winning the Daytona 500 pole. But does that have any impact on winning the race? […]

Center of Gravity

Did Danica Get the Daytona 500 Pole Because of Her Weight Advantage?

2013-02-20 Diandra 6

Did Danica Patrick win the Daytona 500 pole because she has a weight advantage? […]

Michigan International Speedway

Michigan International Speedway Pole Speeds

2012-06-16 Diandra 0

There’s been a huge increase in Michigan International Speedway pole speeds this year. Is it the biggest increase ever? […]

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