Racing Insights is forecasting an intriguing outcome for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race at North Wilkesboro Speedway, with projections suggesting the historic track could produce a first-time winner. The outlook adds another layer of interest to the Window World 450, a race that already stands out because of its return to the points-paying schedule.

The event marks the first points-paying Cup race at North Wilkesboro since 1996, giving the weekend added historical weight. With the race set for Sunday night under the lights, the combination of a revived venue and a competitive field has put extra attention on how the event may unfold.

According to NASCAR.com’s preview, Racing Insights has released full projections for the race, highlighting the possibility that a new winner could emerge from the field. While the complete modeling details were not included in the snippet, the headline points to North Wilkesboro as a track where the usual order may be challenged.

The Window World 450 is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET, with coverage available across TNT Sports, truTV, HBO Max, PRN Radio and SiriusXM. As the Cup Series returns to one of its classic venues for a points-paying race, the spotlight will be on whether North Wilkesboro delivers a memorable breakthrough result.