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The Budweiser Shootout at the Daytona International is a glamorous, star-studded, and non-point race in the NASCAR Sprint Cup series. And, there was some big news for the Budweiser Shootout in 2011.
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Amber Heard served as the Grand Marshall!
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Amber Heard Served as The Grand Marshall at The Budweiser Shootout
Actress Amber Heard, currently embroiled in a bitter defamation suit with superstar Johnny Depp, took the stage at the 33rd Annual Budweiser Shootout on Feb 12th, Saturday, 2011. In fact, she said the magic words that ring in every NASCAR fans’ head, “Gentleman, Start your engine”.
This was one of the most glamorous ways to start such an iconic race!
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Feb 20, 2022; Daytona Beach, Florida, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Kyle Busch (18) leads the field during the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-USA TODAY Sports
Track President Joie Chitwood III said, “Every NASCAR fan is anxiously waiting for Amber Heard to say the four most famous words in motorsports as we begin a new chapter in Daytona’s history,” He added, “This year’s Budweiser Shootout will provide the first opportunity for fans to witness their favorite NASCAR drivers getting their first taste of the new asphalt.”
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There is no doubt that everyone enjoyed seeing the Aquaman actress at The Daytona International Speedway back in 2011. In fact, the race was also quite fun, and fans saw Kurt Busch drive to the Victory Lane.
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