Watkins Glen International is more than just a track. It’s a proving ground where NASCAR’s toughest have etched their names in history. Tucked in New York’s wine country, this 2.45-mile road course has been dishing out drama since the Cup Series first rolled in back in 1957. From wild wrecks to gutty performances, The Glen’s twists and turns have a knack for creating moments that stick with fans for years.

Take 1993, when Mark Martin kicked off his reign as Glen royalty. With 150,000 fans roaring, Martin nailed a late-race restart, charging to the win with surgical precision. That victory sparked a three-peat and cemented his legacy as a road-course king. His calmness under pressure set a standard that still echoes through the garage. The Glen became a place where drivers dream of shining

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