1996 DieHard 500: A Memorable Race at Talladega Superspeedway
Race Highlights
The 1996 DieHard 500 was a thrilling NASCAR Winston Cup Series event held on July 28, 1996, at Talladega Superspeedway. It was the 18th race of the season and attracted a large audience.Jeff Gordon, a future NASCAR Hall of Famer, emerged victorious in his first Talladega Superspeedway win. This victory marked the 80th of his career and his 12th on a plate track. With this win, Gordon set a new record for most superspeedway wins, surpassing the legendary Dale Earnhardt.
Remarkably, the race was completed without any caution flags, an unusual occurrence at Talladega Superspeedway. Mark Martin, another top driver, finished second, securing a memorable 1-2 finish for the day.
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