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1973 Daytona 500: Richard Petty wins his fourth Daytona 500
February 18, 1973
Richard Petty wins his fourth Daytona 500, holding off Bobby Allison. Dick Brooks finishes third.
The Finish
Richard Petty (#43) beat Bobby Allison (#12) to the checkered flag.
Key Moments
Richard Petty (#43) leads early
Bobby Allison (#12) challenges for the lead
Petty (#43) holds off Allison for his fourth 500 win Petty and Allison battled throughout the final stage.
Squares Result
Winning digit: 3 (P1) and 2 (P2). If you had the square at (3, 2), you won the final.