Race Recap NextGen
Daytona International Speedway
Fri, Mar 13, 2026Round 1
Wild Ride at Daytona International Speedway: Akers2 Survives 14-Caution Thriller
Race at a Glance
🏁Field Size
49
🔄Laps
86
⏱Avg Lap Time
1:23.107
🟡Cautions
14
⚠️Caution Laps
41
🔀Lead Changes
15
🛡️Clean Runners
6
🏎️Lead Lap Finishers
21
Winner Spotlight
Jacob Akers
P1 Finish
Jacob Akers
Started P14 • Inc 18
John Dautel
Started P26 • Inc 19
Gerry Bergeron
Started P37 • Inc 2
Race Story
Jacob Akers2 captured the victory at Daytona International Speedway in DES NextGen action, navigating 15 lead changes across a competitive field of 49 cars to take the checkered flag from P14.
After starting in the 14 position, Jacob Akers2 methodically worked through the field, making strategic passes and capitalizing on opportunities to reach victory lane.
John Dautel secured second place, just behind Jacob Akers2. Gerry Bergeron rounded out the podium in third.
The hard charger award goes to Juan Cobbs Jr, who gained 36 positions from the starting grid to the checkered flag.
The race saw 14 caution periods, covering 41 laps, while 6 of 49 drivers completed the event without a single incident.
With the win, Jacob Akers2 adds another trophy to the cabinet. Full results below.
Top Movers
Juan Cobbs Jr30
▲ +36Gerry Bergeron1
▲ +34Paul Mrzywka47
▲ +27