As of February 19, 2025, there have been official announcements from Netflix regarding a documentary focusing specifically on former President Donald Trump’s attendance at the NASCAR Daytona 500 qualifications. However, Netflix has previously explored both Donald Trump’s life and NASCAR events in separate productions.
In 2018, Netflix released “Trump: An American Dream,” a documentary series that delves into Trump’s journey from a real estate mogul to the President of the United States. The series provides insights from friends, associates, and critics, offering a comprehensive look at his life and career. While this series covers various aspects of Trump’s life, it does not specifically focus on his involvement with NASCAR or the Daytona 500.
Regarding NASCAR, Netflix premiered “NASCAR: Full Speed” on January 30, 2024. This documentary series offers a behind-the-scenes look at the drivers and races of the NASCAR Cup Series, particularly highlighting the regular season finale at Daytona and the playoffs of the 2023 season. The series features prominent drivers such as Ryan Blaney, William Byron, and Denny Hamlin, providing fans with an in-depth perspective on the sport.
While there isn’t a dedicated documentary on Trump’s attendance at the Daytona 500 qualifications, his notable appearance at the event occurred on February 16, 2020. Serving as the Grand Marshal for the 62nd Daytona 500, President Trump delivered the iconic command, “Gentlemen, start your engines.” He also took a ceremonial lap around the track in the presidential limousine, known as “The Beast,” marking a historic moment as he became the second sitting U.S. president to attend the Daytona 500, following George W. Bush’s appearance in 2004.
Despite the fanfare surrounding his visit, the 2020 Daytona 500 faced weather-related challenges. Rain delays ultimately led to the postponement of the race, marking only the second time in its 62-year history that the event was moved to a Monday. The initial delay occurred shortly after President Trump’s motorcade completed its ceremonial lap, with heavier rain later forcing officials to reschedule the race.
In summary, while Netflix has produced documentaries on both Donald Trump and NASCAR, there is currently no specific documentary focusing on Trump’s attendance at the Daytona 500 qualifications. His 2020 appearance at the event remains a memorable intersection of politics and sports, but it has not been the sole subject of a Netflix production to date.
