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LAST-SECOND 2007 DAYTONA 500 WIN

Harvick’s first and only win at the Daytona 500 undoubtedly makes the list of his most impressive career victories. His reputation for spectacular wins in the last second of a race only became more prevalent after this race. Harvick was nowhere close to winning 198 laps into the race, sitting in eighth place. In fact, fellow NASCAR great Mark Martin held a healthy lead, and it seemed he had the win in the bag. However, Harvick had other plans. In the next 1.5 laps, he was able to quickly maneuver his way even with Martin. However, taking the first-place spot would be a challenge with four other cars right behind them. The veteran Martin was no stranger to defending his position on the speedway. However, when the race ended in a drag run between the two opponents, Harvick was able to take the checkered flag by just 0.02 seconds as a fiery crash unfolded behind them.

Watch Kevin Harvick’s last lap in the legendary 2007 Daytona 500.

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