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1985 Coca-Cola 600: Waltrip Wins

May 26, 1985

Waltrip wins his third Coca-Cola 600, a record at the time. The charismatic driver dominates Charlotte's longest night.

The Finish

Darrell Waltrip (#11) beat Dale Earnhardt (#3) to the checkered flag.

Key Moments

Bill Elliott (#9) leads the early laps Dale Earnhardt (#3) takes over mid-race Waltrip (#11) takes the lead late for his third 600 win

Squares Result

Winning digit: 1 (P1) and 3 (P2). If you had the square at (1, 3), you won the final.