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1994 Coca-Cola 600: Gordon Wins

May 29, 1994

A 22-year-old Jeff Gordon wins the Coca-Cola 600 for his first career Cup Series victory. The Rainbow Warrior's legend begins at Charlotte.

The Finish

Jeff Gordon (#24) beat Dale Earnhardt (#3) to the checkered flag.

Key Moments

Dale Earnhardt (#3) leads early Rusty Wallace (#2) takes over mid-race Gordon (#24) wins his first career Cup race at just 22 The beginning of one of NASCAR's greatest careers.

Squares Result

Winning digit: 4 (P1) and 3 (P2). If you had the square at (4, 3), you won the final.