This episode has three major parts-- a discussion of '97 Winston Cup Schedule, a look at some of the important rules for the season, and a review of the preliminary events of Daytona Speedweeks leading up to the '97 Daytona 500. The changes to the schedule and the era of expansion to new markets is examined. Daytona 500 qualifying, the Busch Clash, and the Gatorade Twin 125 qualifying races are reviewed. Finally, the favorites to win the 1997 Daytona 500 are discussed.
