to win a third series title. Gordon topped Mark Martin for the series title by 364 points; Irwin was named the series' Rookie of the Year immediately following the race, beating Kevin Lepage by 14 rookie points. While the race was the final points event of the season for the Winston Cup Series, an exhibition race at Twin Ring Motegi in Japan was held two weeks later, won by Mike Skinner over Gordon. Results Qualifying Race results References NAPA 500 NAPA 500 NASCAR races at Atlanta Motor Speedway