Seven-time NASCAR Cup champion Jimmie Johnson plans to run two series races this season, the Legacy Motor Club announced Thursday.
Johnson plans to compete in the Daytona 500 on February 16 and the Coca-Cola 600 on May 25.
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He is looking to make his 22nd start at the Daytona 500, a race he has won twice. He must qualify for this race since his car No. 84 does not have a charter. If he competes in the Daytona 500, the Coca-Cola 600 would be his 700th career Cup start. Johnson has four Coca-Cola 600 victories.
Carvana will sponsor Johnson’s car in both events.
“I am excited to return to competition in 2025,” Johnson said in a team release. “These two races hold a special place in my heart, and I have always loved the energy and excitement surrounding them.”
“The Daytona 500 is a crown jewel of NASCAR – there’s nothing like it. Charlotte Motor Speedway is where I made my first NASCAR Cup Series start, and it still feels like home Me.”
Johnson will be in one of at least seven open cars vying for what is expected to be four spots in the Daytona 500.
The open teams competing in the Daytona 500 are:
Martin Truex Jr. with Tricon Garage
JR Motorsports with Justin Allgaier
Beard Motorsports with Anthony Alfredo
Experience fast motorsports with BJ McLeod
MBM Motorsports (driver to be announced after NASCAR did not endorse Mike Wallace)
NY Racing with JJ Yeley
