The 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series will move to the Daytona International Speedway for the Wawa 250 on Friday, August 22, following the Mission 200 at The Glen. This event will bring intense competition as series drivers race on the 2.5-mile superspeedway for a substantial prize pool.
This year’s Wawa 250 highlights a total prize fund of $1,651,939, offering significant financial rewards for the winner and participants. Fans can watch the race live on CW, with radio coverage available on MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. The broadcast is scheduled for Saturday at 3 p.m. ET.
Details on the Prize Money and Broadcast Schedule
Bob Pockrass, a prominent NASCAR journalist, revealed the overall payout details for Daytona weekend, emphasizing the lucrative nature of the event. He posted on X:
“Purses for Daytona weekend, includes all payouts, all positions plus all charter payouts for Cup teams and all contingency awards, year-end points fund contribution, etc.: Cup: $9,797,935 Xfinity: $1,651,939” —Bob Pockrass, NASCAR Journalist
The Xfinity Series at Daytona will begin with qualifying on Friday at 3 p.m. ET, also airing live on CW. This session will set the starting grid for the 100-lap main race that concludes the event.
Competitor Lineup for the Wawa 250 at Daytona
A total of 39 NASCAR Xfinity Series drivers are confirmed to participate in the Wawa 250, aiming to claim their share of the $1.65 million prize pool. The 24th race of the 2025 season brings the field together for a fierce contest at the famed Daytona International Speedway on August 22.
The Wawa 250 stands as a key summer race in the Xfinity Series calendar, attracting high hopes from drivers and fans alike. Its large prize money and prestigious location underline the event’s importance within the NASCAR season.