HighPoint.com 400

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HighPoint.com 400

The HighPoint.com 400 is a NASCAR Cup Series stock car race held annually at the Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pennsylvania. The event is one of the two NASCAR Cup Series races held at the track, the other being the Pocono 350.

History

The race was first held in 1974 and has undergone several name changes due to sponsorship deals. It was originally known as the Purolator 500 and has been sponsored by various companies over the years. The current title sponsor, HighPoint.com, took over in 2020.

Track

Pocono Raceway, also known as "The Tricky Triangle," is a unique track in the NASCAR circuit. It is a tri-oval with three turns, each modeled after turns at different tracks: Turn 1 is similar to Trenton Speedway, Turn 2 is like Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and Turn 3 resembles The Milwaukee Mile. The track is 2.5 miles long, making it one of the longest tracks in the series.

Race Format

The HighPoint.com 400 is typically run over a distance of 400 miles, which equates to 160 laps around the Pocono Raceway. The race is known for its strategic challenges, as teams must navigate the unique layout and varying banking of the track's three turns.

Notable Moments

Over the years, the HighPoint.com 400 has seen numerous memorable moments and close finishes. Some of the most notable drivers in NASCAR history, including Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt, and Jeff Gordon, have competed and won at this event.

Winners

The race has been won by many of NASCAR's top drivers. Denny Hamlin and Jeff Gordon are among the drivers with the most wins at this event. The complete list of winners can be found on the List of NASCAR Cup Series winners at Pocono Raceway page.

Sponsorship

The race has had various title sponsors over the years. HighPoint.com, a technology solutions company, became the title sponsor in 2020. Previous sponsors include Purolator, Schaefer Beer, and Sunoco.

See Also

• NASCAR Cup Series
• Pocono Raceway
• Pocono 350
• List of NASCAR Cup Series races