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Trump at Daytona 500: Start Your Engines. Mother Nature: Not So Fast.

The weather put a damper on the excitement at the race after Trump delivered a speech and gave the command for drivers to start their engines.

NASCAR postponed the Daytona 500 until Monday due to heavy rain. “The Great American Race” has not been delayed to finish on a Monday since 2012. Race organizers had to halt the action twice on Sunday, including moments after the presidential limousine nicknamed “The Beast” completed a ceremonial lap around the Daytona International Speedway. Trump delivered a pre-race speech alongside first lady Melania Trump and gave the command for drivers to start their engines, but rain interfered. Drivers were called back to their cars around 6:30 p.m., but the event was ultimately postponed by the heaviest downpour of the day.