Jeff Gordon ruled NASCAR’s road courses like few others, racking up nine Cup Series wins on those twisting tracks, five at Sonoma Raceway and four at Watkins Glen International. His dominance peaked in the late 1990s, with a streak of six straight road course victories from 1997 to 2000, including a memorable 1997 Watkins Glen battle where he outdueled Rusty Wallace in a weather-challenged thriller that showcased his precision under pressure.

Back then, road courses were a rare test, limited to just two per season, forcing drivers like Gordon to maximize every opportunity in an era when ovals dominated the schedule. His stats speak volumes: a career average finish of ~13 on road courses, blending aggressive passing with calculated strategy that made him the benchmark for generations.

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