Feb. 8, 2025 – With a 7:15 a.m. start at the iconic Daytona International Speedway, approximately 1,100 athletes took their mark for either the half marathon or 5K distance event. Volusia County Sheriff, Mike Chitwood welcomed and cheered on participants ranging in age from six to 82 years young with 37 states and 7 countries including the U.S. represented. New for 2025, those racing the 13.1-mile course could compete in a team relay format with one or two other competitors. Awards and a finish line celebration took place at One Daytona.
Sheriff Mike Chitwood comments, “Congratulations to another unforgettable half marathon and 5K this morning past some of our most famous landmarks. What a privilege to host so many runners who come from all over to take part in this unique experience. Thank you for bringing your passion and excitement to Volusia County.”
Daytona Beach events’ themed aid stations on the course today were shaped with support from JEEP Beach, Volusia County Beach Safety and AMA Pro. Official sponsors included local businesses such as Brown & Brown Insurance, Daytona Beverage and Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management.
Emmy-award winning reporter, Molly Reed of WKMG was among the inspirational list of local age groupers taking part today in addition to professional Flat Track racers James Rispoli, Ryan Wells and Briar Bauman. Liz Lopez and her daughter, Summer who was injured in a car accident, competed to drive awareness for safe driving.
CLASH Endurance® is an innovative endurance event company led by athletes with a passion to provide exceptional race experiences at iconic speedways across the U.S. We embrace inclusion and welcome athletes of all ages and abilities, from elite professionals to first-time participants. The popular CLASH Endurance DAYTONA is held at the Daytona International Speedway®, home of “The Great American Race™®”—the Daytona 500 and has been featured on NBC and Fox Sports 1/2. The Daytona Beach Half Marathon & 5K takes athletes on a scenic tour of Daytona and its numerous communities and attractions each February. In addition, CLASH Endurance Miami takes place in March and continues to draw a decorated pro field, collegiate athletes and weekend warriors for a unique course at the Homestead-Miami Speedway®. The 2025 event weekend will also serve as a USAT Paratriathlon Nationals Qualifier, include the America’s Triathlon Cup and Collegiate Club National Championships as well as numerous triathlon, duathlon and cycling races. For media inquiries, contact Blair LaHaye, blair@clash-usa.com, 727-808-0646. Results for today can be found at: https://sportstats.one/event/daytona-2-beach?eventid=42469 .