CONCORD, N.C. -- All weekend long at Daytona International Speedway, Jimmie Johnson had photographer and filmmaker Lyle Owerko capturing the driver's Daytona 500 experience.
And it made for some compelling Instagram content.
Check out some of the highlights below, and head to Johnson's Instagram page for even more from the unique glimpse into the seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion's weekend.
/ waiting for the weather to clear in Daytona ! this is Jimmie Johnson's friend Lyle Owerko - I'll be taking over his social media postings this weekend while documenting the beginning of the 2017 NASCAR season and the Daytona 500 this Sunday ! Stay tuned for more behind the scenes imagery while we prepare for this weekend's big race !
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/ while the track is drying the training never stops (video by Lyle Owerko)
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/ beard game strong, ready to race
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/ one-on-one crew chief & driver meeting - a winning collaboration over many seasons between Jimmie & Chad #48 #chasing8 #daytona500 / photo by Lyle Owerko
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/ from the trailer to the track - Chad keeping an eye on Jimmie during today's practice runs #daytona500 #chasing8
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/ g'nite from Daytona - more imagery from behind the scenes at the Track tomorrow !
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/ the pressures of the office: Jimmie seamlessly transitions from the intensity of the track to the demands of the fans #chasing8
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/ end of day family time - Jimmie out with his daughter Lydia for a final lap around the track before the race on Sunday #chasing8
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/ the @lowesracing team is on point today - already earning spots on the track #Daytona500 #chasing8 #48
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/ sometimes you're just a Dad
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