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Rolex 24 at Daytona. What is the Rolex 24 race?. The Rolex 24 Hours race is not about who gets past the finish line first it is about who does more laps in 24 hours. The track is 3.50 miles. When is it?. It is on the last week of January or the first week of February. . History.
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What is the Rolex 24 race? • The Rolex 24 Hours race is not about who gets past the finish line first it is about who does more laps in 24 hours. • The track is 3.50 miles.
When is it? • It is on the last week of January or the first week of February.
History • The race has had several names over the years depending on who sponsored it. Pepsi and SunTrust bank were two sponsors. • The first race was held in 1962. It was a 3 hour race. • In 1966 the race extended to 24 hours.
What cars are used? The type of cars that are used are GT (Grand Touring) and Daytona prototype race cars. • Porsche • BMW • Chevrolet • Ford • Audi • Ferrari
2013 race • It is held on Saturday, January 26 • 3:30 PM
Interesting facts • Porsche has had the most wins. • The winners get a Rolex watch.