The Super Bowl has concluded, signaling that the Daytona 500 is fast approaching. The iconic race is scheduled for Sunday at the Daytona International Speedway in Florida, where Kyle Busch earned the pole position after clinching the fastest time during Wednesday’s qualifying session.
At BetMGM Sportsbook, however, Ryan Blaney is currently favored to win with 12-1 odds, tied with Joey Logano, while Denny Hamlin and William Byron follow closely at 14-1. Kyle Busch’s chances are set at 18-1. Notably, Hamlin attracts the highest percentage of bets—6.9% in wagers and 9% in total betting volume—making him the most bet-on driver to win at this sportsbook.
Here’s a breakdown of the Daytona 500 winning odds for each driver:
- Ryan Blaney: 12-1
- Joey Logano: 12-1
- Denny Hamlin: 14-1
- William Byron: 14-1
- Kyle Busch: 16-1
- Chase Elliott: 16-1
- Austin Cindric: 16-1
- Kyle Larson: 18-1
- Brad Keselowski: 18-1
- Alex Bowman: 20-1
- Bubba Wallace: 22-1
- Christopher Bell: 22-1
- Chase Briscoe: 22-1
- Chris Buescher: 22-1
- Ryan Preece: 25-1
- Ross Chastain: 30-1
- Carson Josevar: 30-1
- Corey Lajoie: 30-1
- Tyler Reddick: 30-1
- Ricky Stenhouse Jr.: 35-1
- Connor Giresh: 40-1
- Michael McDowell: 40-1
- Josh Berry: 40-1
- Erik Jones: 40-1
- Ty Gibbs: 40-1
- Austin Dillon: 50-1
- Justin Allgaier: 50-1
- Daniel Suarez: 50-1
- AJ Allmendinger: 60-1
- Todd Gilliland: 60-1
- Corey LaJoie: 60-1
- John Hunter Nemechek: 60-1
- Zane Smith: 60-1
- Noah Gragson: 60-1
- Jimmie Johnson: 80-1
- Shane Van Gisbergen: 80-1
- Cole Custer: 80-1
- Ty Dillon: 100-1
- Riley Herbst: 100-1
- Chandler Smith: 100-1
- Cody Ware: 200-1
- Anthony Alfredo: 200-1
- Casey Mears: 250-1
- JJ Yeley: 250-1
- BJ McLeod: 250-1
Fan Take:
With the Daytona 500 being one of NASCAR’s most prestigious events, these odds not only highlight the favorites but also reflect growing interest and fan engagement around key drivers like Ryan Blaney and Denny Hamlin. For NASCAR enthusiasts, this race could shape the entire season’s narrative, making it essential viewing for both hardcore fans and casual observers alike.
