1986 Atlanta Journal 500

Network: ESPN

Date and time: November 2, 1986, 12:00 PM

Format: Live

Length: 4 and a half hours

The race was broadcast live and flag-to-flag on ESPN, under their "Auto Racing '86" banner. Dale Earnhardt clinched the championship in this race, making him the first NASCAR cup champion to be crowned on ESPN.

Personnel:

Announcers: Bob Jenkins, Larry Nuber

Pit reporter: Jack Arute