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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.