But there’s a proud endurance-racing tradition on this side of the Atlantic too. Every year, before the NASCAR teams arrive, Daytona International Speedway plays host to a 24-hour race of its own.

Bandini’s 1967 Daytona teammate Chris Amon is often ... from the sport gave him space to pursue endurance racing, winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans twice and taking a World Endurance Championship ...