The 267-lap race on the 1.5 miles (2.4 km) track was held on November 16 at Homestead-Miami Speedway in Homestead, Florida.

Surprises were abound in the qualifying session, as David Reutimann won his first pole position in his career.

Regan Smith wrapped up the Rookie of the Year award as Sam Hornish Jr. failed to make the field.

Results 1-Carl Edwards 2-Kevin Harvick 3-Jamie Mcmurray 4-Jeff Gordon 5-Clint Bowyer 6-Kasey Kahne 8-Travis Kvapil 9-Tony Stewert 10-Martin Truex Jr Aftermath With the 15th-place finish, Jimmie Johnson made history as he became just the second Sprint Cup driver to win three titles in a row.

The response from NASCAR fans was phenomenal, as he won many accolades and was celebrated worldwide after his championship victory.