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1997 Daytona 500: At just 25 years old

February 16, 1997

At just 25 years old, Jeff Gordon wins his first Daytona 500 in the No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet. Hendrick goes 1-2-3 with Gordon, Labonte, and Craven.

The Finish

Jeff Gordon (#24) beat Terry Labonte (#5) to the checkered flag.

Key Moments

Bill Elliott (#94) leads early Dale Earnhardt (#3) takes over mid-race Earnhardt crashes on lap 188. Gordon (#24) wins under caution Hendrick goes 1-2-3 with Gordon, Terry Labonte, and Ricky Craven.

Squares Result

Winning digit: 4 (P1) and 5 (P2). If you had the square at (4, 5), you won the final.