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2003 Daytona 500: Waltrip wins a rain-shortened Daytona 500 for DEI

February 16, 2003

Waltrip wins a rain-shortened Daytona 500 for DEI. The race is called after 109 laps. DEI teammates finish 1-2 again.

The Finish

Michael Waltrip (#15) beat Dale Earnhardt Jr. (#8) to the checkered flag.

Key Moments

Dale Earnhardt Jr. (#8) leads early Michael Waltrip (#15) takes over before rain Rain shortens race; Waltrip (#15) declared winner Race called after 109 laps. DEI goes 1-2.

Squares Result

Winning digit: 5 (P1) and 8 (P2). If you had the square at (5, 8), you won the final.