Jimmie Johnson plans to make one more Daytona 500 start in 2027 before ending his Cup career

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Jimmie Johnson plans to end his illustrious NASCAR Cup Series career at the 2027 Daytona 500.

The seven-time Cup champion announced Saturday, the day before the 68th running of “The Great American Race,” that he will enter one additional Daytona 500 before calling it a career. He wants to continue racing in other series, maybe even in other NASCAR events, but won’t return to stock car’s premier level again.

“I’ve been fortunate to accomplish more than I ever imagined in this sport,” said Johnson...