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The Watkins Glen International circuit has been racing for over 75 years, and first hosted a race in 1948.
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The circuit has been home of the annual NASCAR Sprint Cup race since 1986 and a round of the IndyCar Series since 2005.
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The circuit is a part of the Finger Lakes region in Upstate New York and boasts magnificent views of Seneca Lake and the surrounding hills.
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The original road-race course at Watkins Glen was originally 5.75 miles long and included the natural terrain of some 12 miles of public roads.
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The race track was the first road course to host all of NASCAR’s major series—the Sprint Cup, Xfinity, and Camping World Trucks series, beginning in 1986.
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The current circuit length is 3.4 miles with 11 turns, and is one of the longest race courses in the United States.
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Several famous drivers have raced at Watkins Glen, including Mario Andretti, A.J. Foyt, Johnny Rutherford, and Rick Mears.
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The circuit is known for its popularity among the drivers, with many having praised its layout and scenic views.
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The circuit has seen a wide range of racing action in its lifetime, from Formula One to the Trans-Am Series, American Le Mans Series and GRAND-AM.
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The circuit also hosts a number of vintage and historic racing events, including the Glenora Wine Cellars Vintage Grand Prix and the Watkins Glen Historics.