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Michael Waltrip was bubbling with joy after his third career win. AP

Rejoicing in the rain

Michael Waltrip got the rain he prayed for and the trophy he wanted. Waltrip won the Daytona 500 on Sunday, earning his second victory in the event after the race was called just past the halfway point.

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