Event Brief
Jimmie Johnson to Retire After Daytona 500
Filed: Feb 14, 2026 at 1:03 PM ET
Summary: NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson announces the 2027 Daytona 500 will mark his final race in the Cup Series.
WHO: Jimmie Johnson
WHAT: Final race announcement
WHEN: Feb 14, 2026 at 12:23 PM ET
WHERE: Daytona
WHY: To close his career in stock car racing
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