U.S. Air Force Technical Sergeant Performs National Anthem At Daytona 500
on Feb 15, 2026
The Daytona 500 Took Place On Sunday, February 15
41 of NASCAR’s best drivers started their engines at Daytona 500 on Sunday, February 15. In fact, it was Grand Marshal Nate Bargatze who was the one to tell them, “Start your engines!” But not before he said, “This is the most American thing I’ve ever done in my life!”
Before the race, fans were treated to a pre-race concert from Miranda Lambert, who the Daytona Speedway called the “fastest girl in town.”
The singing of “America The Beautiful” by Fifth Harmony member Dinah Jane.
Another star who will be in attendance is Kurt Russell, who will be driving the honorary pace car!
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U.S. Air Force Technical Sergeant Benton Felty Did The Honors Of Performing The National Anthem
It couldn’t have gotten more patriotic than a member of the U.S. Air Force singing the national anthem moments before the iconic Air Force Thunderbirds flew over the speedway.
U.S. Air Force Technical Sergeant Benton Felty is a vocalist for the group Max Impact. He was previously a member of the Heritage of America Band at Langley Air Force Base and the The United States Air Force Band in Washington, D.C.
As a classically trained singer, Technical Sergeant Felty was the perfect choice for this patriotic moment. He has previously performed at various Major League Baseball games and other NASCAR events.
Watch the patriotic performance below.
