Third Hyperpole appearance of season for No. 34 Racing Team Turkey Corvette SĀO PAULO, Brazil (July 11, 2026) – TF Sport’s two Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs will roll off the LMGT3 grid nose-to-tail Sunday of the FIA World Endurance Championship’s Six Hours of Sāo Paulo at Brazil’s Interlagos circuit.

The No. 34 Corvette will start 10th after it advanced from the first qualifying session into the 10-car Hyperpole period around the 2.677-mile, 15-turn track. Peter Dempsey moved the red Racing Team Turkey by TF Corvette out of the 12-minute qualifying round – setting the best time in the process – and teammate Salih Yoluc was 10th in the final standings. It was the second time this season that Dempsey went quickest in the opening qualifying round. He, Yoluc and Corvette factory driver Charlie Eastwood are coming off a sixth-place finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans for the team’s best finish to date. Eastwood also was part of a runner-up effort in last year’s LMGT3 race at Interlagos in a TF Sport Corvette. Speaking of Le Mans, the class-winning and championship-leading No. 33 Corvette Z06 GT3.R of Ben Keating, Johnny Edgar and Nico Varrone will start 12th in LMGT3 after a very encouraging qualifying run by Keating. The result came as a pleasant surprise with the Corvette carrying a significant amount of success ballast due to heading the points standings and the Le Mans victory. The Six Hours of Sāo Paulo is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Brasilia Time / 10:30 a.m. ET on Sunday, July 12. Live streaming coverage of the race plus timing and scoring is available through a subscription on FIA WEC Plus. Additional live streaming is on the HBO Max app in the U.S., plus live TV coverage on TruTV. Radio Le Mans also will provide live streaming audio coverage as well.

CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R POST-QUALIFYING DRIVER QUOTES

PETER DEMPSEY, NO. 34 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “It’s my first time coming to a track on the calendar this year where I had never been prior to an event apart obviously from Le Mans. It was nice to be able to test at Imola and Spa before those races. Definitely a new challenge. When you arrive and do your prep in the sim, it helps to understand the lay of the land. Then you see new patches of asphalt laid down to give you different grip levels and you have to manipulate the car for areas of performance. But honestly the car has felt really good this weekend. We’ve just been fine-tuning on balance to keep it in a good window so the team has done a great job with that to let us roll off strong. Qualifying was good. It was my first time on a new set of tires this weekend, so there was a bit of a learning curve in two laps to figure out. Overall that did the job and I’m happy where we are.”(Impact of WEC being only series on track) “That’s probably why the track keeps ramping up through the weekend. We noticed that from the first practice to Practice Two to Practice Three. It’s gained a lot and it will continue all the way through the race.”

BEN KEATING, NO. 33 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I’m very happy with how we qualified. I did not expect to be P12. In the last session, I did a qualifying sim and I was one place away from being P-last. This qualifying performance was over a full second faster than I was able to do this morning. And so, yeah, I did not think we would be in this position. Because we won Le Mans and because we’re leading the championship, we’re carrying an extra 36 kilograms, and so we’re heavier than any other car out here. On this track with all the tight, twisty turns, it really makes a big difference. So when I look at our place and our time compared to everyone else that doesn’t have weight, I’m pretty happy with where we are.”

CORVETTE RACING AT SĀO PAULO: Corvettes in Close QuartersThird Hyperpole appearance of season for No. 34 Racing Team Turkey Corvette SĀO PAULO, Brazil (July 11, 2026) – TF Sport’s two Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs will roll off the LMGT3 grid nose-to-tail Sunday of the FIA World Endurance Championship’s Six Hours of Sāo Paulo at Brazil’s Interlagos circuit.

The No. 34 Corvette will start 10th after it advanced from the first qualifying session into the 10-car Hyperpole period around the 2.677-mile, 15-turn track. Peter Dempsey moved the red Racing Team Turkey by TF Corvette out of the 12-minute qualifying round – setting the best time in the process – and teammate Salih Yoluc was 10th in the final standings. It was the second time this season that Dempsey went quickest in the opening qualifying round. He, Yoluc and Corvette factory driver Charlie Eastwood are coming off a sixth-place finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans for the team’s best finish to date. Eastwood also was part of a runner-up effort in last year’s LMGT3 race at Interlagos in a TF Sport Corvette. Speaking of Le Mans, the class-winning and championship-leading No. 33 Corvette Z06 GT3.R of Ben Keating, Johnny Edgar and Nico Varrone will start 12th in LMGT3 after a very encouraging qualifying run by Keating. The result came as a pleasant surprise with the Corvette carrying a significant amount of success ballast due to heading the points standings and the Le Mans victory. The Six Hours of Sāo Paulo is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Brasilia Time / 10:30 a.m. ET on Sunday, July 12. Live streaming coverage of the race plus timing and scoring is available through a subscription on FIA WEC Plus. Additional live streaming is on the HBO Max app in the U.S., plus live TV coverage on TruTV. Radio Le Mans also will provide live streaming audio coverage as well.

CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R POST-QUALIFYING DRIVER QUOTES

PETER DEMPSEY, NO. 34 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “It’s my first time coming to a track on the calendar this year where I had never been prior to an event apart obviously from Le Mans. It was nice to be able to test at Imola and Spa before those races. Definitely a new challenge. When you arrive and do your prep in the sim, it helps to understand the lay of the land. Then you see new patches of asphalt laid down to give you different grip levels and you have to manipulate the car for areas of performance. But honestly the car has felt really good this weekend. We’ve just been fine-tuning on balance to keep it in a good window so the team has done a great job with that to let us roll off strong. Qualifying was good. It was my first time on a new set of tires this weekend, so there was a bit of a learning curve in two laps to figure out. Overall that did the job and I’m happy where we are.”(Impact of WEC being only series on track) “That’s probably why the track keeps ramping up through the weekend. We noticed that from the first practice to Practice Two to Practice Three. It’s gained a lot and it will continue all the way through the race.”

BEN KEATING, NO. 33 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I’m very happy with how we qualified. I did not expect to be P12. In the last session, I did a qualifying sim and I was one place away from being P-last. This qualifying performance was over a full second faster than I was able to do this morning. And so, yeah, I did not think we would be in this position. Because we won Le Mans and because we’re leading the championship, we’re carrying an extra 36 kilograms, and so we’re heavier than any other car out here. On this track with all the tight, twisty turns, it really makes a big difference. So when I look at our place and our time compared to everyone else that doesn’t have weight, I’m pretty happy with where we are.”

NICO VARRONE, NO. 33 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “First of all coming into this round, I’m grateful to Corvette Racing, to TF Sport and to Ben for having the confidence in me. I’m so happy to be here. I’m already enjoying it a lot. It feels really good to come in after winning Le Mans. They are leading the championship so my role is to help them to get the best result possible like any race that I do, maximize the potential we have and take as many points as possible. I want to help the team with my experience in setting up the car and try to deliver on the track good pace and whatever the race brings to us to help with the championship run.”

LOCUST GROVE, AR (July 10, 2026) — Matt Covington is not going to let a chance at his first American Sprint Car Series title slip away.

The Glenpool, OK racer took his first National Tour win at Batesville Motor Speedway in a 25-lap Feature that highlighted major points implications at the top.

As Covington started the race from the inside of the second row, polesitter Sam Hafertepe Jr. took the lead over Brady Baker as Covington and Seth Bergman overtook Baker on Lap 2 to occupy the podium positions.

Through the first five laps, Hafertepe marched away from the two drivers by 1.8 seconds until lapped traffic came into his crosshairs.

With Hafertepe stuck in traffic, Covington and Bergman shredded the gap by 0.3 seconds each lap to catch him by Lap 10. Covington caught Hafertepe with momentum and reached for the inside of the No. 15H in Turn 3. Both drivers used every inch of racing room exiting Turn 4, but they made contact, sending Hafertepe into the wall and spinning across the frontstretch, prematurely ending the night as Covington took the lead.

On Lap 13, Bergman suffered a flat right-rear tire, which forced him into the pits and squandered his hopes of a third Series win in 2026. With Hafertepe and Bergman out of contention, Covington had to face Christopher Townsend and Whit Gastineau for the remaining 12 laps around the 3/8-mile oval.

Covington’s No. 95 Triple X Chassis flew away with the lead around the bottom lane while Townsend and Gastineau attempted different lines to gain an edge. Covington ran away to a 2.3-second gap by Lap 19, only to be gridlocked in lap traffic. Then, it was Townsend and Gastineau’s turn to chase down the leader, recing within one second of the back of Covington’s machine until the final caution waved on Lap 22.

In the remaining three laps, Covington scurried away from Townsend and Gastineau to lock up his 24th career Series win – tying 2015 champion Aaron Reutzel for 12th on the all-time wins list.

“My vantage point was that I thought I had room, and I thought I could stay off (Hafertepe),” Covington said. “That’s the last guy I want to run into on the racetrack. Sam, as fast as he is and as many races he wins, he’s the cleanest guy I know that’s been out here. I’m just real happy about tonight, other than making some contact. It looked like it tore Sam’s stuff up pretty good, so a bad night in that regard, but a good night to finish on top.”

Leaving the night at Batesville, Covington became the new Series points leader by two points over Hafertepe and 64 markers in front of Bergman. 

Townsend finished second for a career high on the National Tour, and Gastineau cemented the Friday podium in his first visit to the facility. Baker finished fourth, and sophomore racer Ryder LaPlante made up the night’s top five finishers.

Recap Notes:

Quick Time Award: Sam Hafertepe Jr. (12.055 sec.)

Heat Race Winners: Ryder LaPlante, Matt Covington, Seth Bergman

Hard Charger Award: Whit Gastineau (+7)

Up Next: The American Sprint Car Series is headed southwest of “The Natural State” to Texarkana 67 Speedway for the Ralph Henson Memorial on Saturday, July 11.

TEXARKANA TICKETS

Where can you watch every lap of the American Sprint Car Series? Live on DIRTVision.

RESULTS: Feature (25 Laps): 1. 95-Matt Covington[3]; 2. 71T-Christopher Townsend[7]; 3. 2-Whit Gastineau[10]; 4. 71-Brady Baker[2]; 5. 88R-Ryder Laplante[5]; 6. 10-Landon Britt[9]; 7. 3-Cole Schroeder[8]; 8. 45X-Kyler Johnson[12]; 9. 63-Jack Thomas[13]; 10. 938-Bradley Fezard[16]; 11. 88-Terry Easum[18]; 12. 88C-Brogan Carder[17]; 13. 16G-Austyn Gossel[11]; 14. 23-Seth Bergman[4]; 15. 12W-Dale Wester[6]; 16. 47-Dale Howard[15]; 17. 15H-Sam Hafertepe Jr[1]; 18. 9JR-Derek Hagar[14]

Matt Covington Takes ASCS Points Lead, Secures 24th Career Victory at Batesville LOCUST GROVE, AR (July 10, 2026) — Matt Covington is not going to let a chance at his first American Sprint Car Series title slip away.

The Glenpool, OK racer took his first National Tour win at Batesville Motor Speedway in a 25-lap Feature that highlighted major points implications at the top.

As Covington started the race from the inside of the second row, polesitter Sam Hafertepe Jr. took the lead over Brady Baker as Covington and Seth Bergman overtook Baker on Lap 2 to occupy the podium positions.

Through the first five laps, Hafertepe marched away from the two drivers by 1.8 seconds until lapped traffic came into his crosshairs.

With Hafertepe stuck in traffic, Covington and Bergman shredded the gap by 0.3 seconds each lap to catch him by Lap 10. Covington caught Hafertepe with momentum and reached for the inside of the No. 15H in Turn 3. Both drivers used every inch of racing room exiting Turn 4, but they made contact, sending Hafertepe into the wall and spinning across the frontstretch, prematurely ending the night as Covington took the lead.

On Lap 13, Bergman suffered a flat right-rear tire, which forced him into the pits and squandered his hopes of a third Series win in 2026. With Hafertepe and Bergman out of contention, Covington had to face Christopher Townsend and Whit Gastineau for the remaining 12 laps around the 3/8-mile oval.

Covington’s No. 95 Triple X Chassis flew away with the lead around the bottom lane while Townsend and Gastineau attempted different lines to gain an edge. Covington ran away to a 2.3-second gap by Lap 19, only to be gridlocked in lap traffic. Then, it was Townsend and Gastineau’s turn to chase down the leader, recing within one second of the back of Covington’s machine until the final caution waved on Lap 22.

In the remaining three laps, Covington scurried away from Townsend and Gastineau to lock up his 24th career Series win – tying 2015 champion Aaron Reutzel for 12th on the all-time wins list.

“My vantage point was that I thought I had room, and I thought I could stay off (Hafertepe),” Covington said. “That’s the last guy I want to run into on the racetrack. Sam, as fast as he is and as many races he wins, he’s the cleanest guy I know that’s been out here. I’m just real happy about tonight, other than making some contact. It looked like it tore Sam’s stuff up pretty good, so a bad night in that regard, but a good night to finish on top.”

Leaving the night at Batesville, Covington became the new Series points leader by two points over Hafertepe and 64 markers in front of Bergman. 

Townsend finished second for a career high on the National Tour, and Gastineau cemented the Friday podium in his first visit to the facility. Baker finished fourth, and sophomore racer Ryder LaPlante made up the night’s top five finishers.

Recap Notes:

Quick Time Award: Sam Hafertepe Jr. (12.055 sec.)

Heat Race Winners: Ryder LaPlante, Matt Covington, Seth Bergman

Hard Charger Award: Whit Gastineau (+7)

Up Next: The American Sprint Car Series is headed southwest of “The Natural State” to Texarkana 67 Speedway for the Ralph Henson Memorial on Saturday, July 11.

TEXARKANA TICKETS

Where can you watch every lap of the American Sprint Car Series? Live on DIRTVision.

RESULTS: Feature (25 Laps): 1. 95-Matt Covington[3]; 2. 71T-Christopher Townsend[7]; 3. 2-Whit Gastineau[10]; 4. 71-Brady Baker[2]; 5. 88R-Ryder Laplante[5]; 6. 10-Landon Britt[9]; 7. 3-Cole Schroeder[8]; 8. 45X-Kyler Johnson[12]; 9. 63-Jack Thomas[13]; 10. 938-Bradley Fezard[16]; 11. 88-Terry Easum[18]; 12. 88C-Brogan Carder[17]; 13. 16G-Austyn Gossel[11]; 14. 23-Seth Bergman[4]; 15. 12W-Dale Wester[6]; 16. 47-Dale Howard[15]; 17. 15H-Sam Hafertepe Jr[1]; 18. 9JR-Derek Hagar[14]

ARTICLE:https://ascsracing.com/recap/matt-covington-takes-ascs-points-lead-secures-24th-career-victory-at-batesville/

By Dawson Elliott

CRYSTAL, MI (July 11, 2026) – A two-year winless drought is tough on anyone, but for Ryan Unzicker, it felt like an eternity.

The El Paso, IL native put that to an end Friday night at Crystal Motor Speedway with the DIRTcar Summer Nationals, leading all 40 laps to pick up the $10,000 check and his first Series win since Spoon River Speedway in 2024.

“I’m pumped to be back in Victory Lane; it has been way too long,” Unzicker said. “Momentum is huge; you have to have confidence in racing. We had great momentum up until two weeks ago, and then I decided to park the equipment and regroup. I was scared to have the momentum lost, but we picked right back up where we left off, and just having that little bit of a break felt good.”

The main event kicked off with Unzicker launching to the lead from the pole, leaving outside polesitter Devin Shiels to battle with points leader Tanner English for second.

English took second rolling the bottom in Turns 1 and 2 and then tried to put pressure on Unzicker, but the No. 24 machine was stronger around the middle lane in Turns 3 and 4.

Lap traffic became a factor on Lap 8, giving English an opportunity to chip into Unzicker’s 1.3-second advantage. But a caution one lap later for a spun Mitch McGrath helped put Unzicker back in clean air once the race resumed.

The No. 24 built another impressive lead until lap traffic returned on Lap 21, giving English another opportunity to close. However, Unzicker never allowed him the opportunity. He led every lap to the checkered flag, becoming the third different winner in the Series’ three appearances at the Crystal, MI oval.

He is also now tied with Jeep Van Wormer for 13th on the overall wins list.

“Starting on the front row is a big point of it. Last night, I felt like if we started on the front row, we had a good shot for the win,” Unzicker said. “The track was definitely challenging tonight, and just finding a smooth line was difficult. I feel like my car all year long has been accepting to a little bit of choppy and a little bit of rough, and it just feels really good right now when it’s like that.

“I knew we had a good car; I knew we had a chance, and it’s just one of those deals where you hope you make the right decisions. We put on a hard tire, and a lot of them went on with threes (NLMT tire). I don’t know if that hurt them, but mine felt really good after we fired after five laps.”

English maintained second, extending his Week 5 points lead – currently 50 points ahead of Luke Morey – Frank Heckenast Jr. finished third, Shiels finished fourth, and Morey rounded out the top five.

UP NEXT
The DIRTcar Summer Nationals head to Ohio’s Oakshade Raceway for the Birthday Race on Saturday, July 11.

How can you watch the DIRTcar Summer Nationals if you’re not at the track? Every race is live on DIRTVision.

RESULTS
Feature (40 Laps): 1. 24-Ryan Unzicker[1]; 2. 96-Tanner English[3]; 3. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[5]; 4. 51-Devin Shiels[2]; 5. 49-Luke Morey[6]; 6. 4-Travis Stemler[11]; 7. 42-Chad Finley[7]; 8. 16S-Sam Seawright[9]; 9. 6M-Dona Marcoullier[15]; 10. 07-Rylee Knoll[13]; 11. 74-Mitch McGrath[8]; 12. 27-Eric Spangler[12]; 13. 21B-Rich Bell[14]; 14. 18-Brenten Deyoung[18]; 15. 18B-Chase Burda[16]; 16. 30-Mark Voigt[19]; 17. 06-Jake Rendel[22]; 18. 32-Chad Roush[20]; 19. 57V-Mason VanderVeen[17]; 20. M14-Brandon Thirlby[4]; 21. 21N-Logan Nickerson[10]; 22. 41-Mike Vandermark Jr[21]

ARTICLE: https://dirtcarsummernationals.com/recaps/ryan-unzicker-returns-to-summer-nationals-victory-lane-at-crystal/

Nusbaum Outduels McKenzie For First Career Summit Modified Triumph at Crystal

By Dawson Elliott

Dillon Nusbaum has been on the verge of his first DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals victory all week. On Friday night at Crystal Motor Speedway, he finally scored.

After finishing third, fourth, and second, respectively, in the first three races of Week 5 of the Hell Tour, the Warsaw, IN driver won a 25-lap brawl against his neighbor and current Series points leader Zeke McKenzie to earn his first Series win.

“There’s a lot of prestige that comes with winning a Summer Nationals race, and we’ve been trying for several years now,” Nusbaum said. “We don’t get to travel a whole lot or run a whole lot of the schedule, but we try and hit at least this swing that’s up here by us.”

The beginning stages of the main event saw front-row starters, Nusbaum and McKenzie, exchange the lead multiple times, trading sliders around the 3/8-mile dirt track. Nusbaum led the opening lap before McKenzie led Lap 2 as he drove around an attempted slider by the No. 17N of Nusbaum.

Nusbaum threw another slider in Turn 4, clearing McKenzie’s No. 24 car, giving him the lead back on Lap 3. McKenzie abandoned the top and ran the bottom in an attempt to get around Nusbaum, but it wasn’t enough as Nusbaum led the final 24 laps to become the newest first-time winner with the Series.

“I knew I had to get out in front of him there and kind of set the pace myself,” Nusbaum said. “Honestly, once I got out in front of him, I almost backed the pace down a little but just to kind save equipment. I didn’t want to catch lap cars any quicker than I had too. It was a lot of fun throwing haymakers back and forth with Zeke (McKenzie) there at the beginning. It’s a lot of fun when you can race with somebody that close and that hard, I don’t think we touched a single time.”

McKenzie finished second, John Toppozini finished third, his first career Series podium, Todd Sherman was fourth, and Brennan Sherman was fifth.

UP NEXT
The DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals head to Oakshade Speedway in Wauseon, OH for the Birthday Race on Saturday, July 11.

How can you watch the Summit Modifieds? Every race is live on DIRTVision.

RESULTS
Feature (25 Laps): 1. 17N-Dillon Nusbaum[1]; 2. 24-Zeke McKenzie[2]; 3. T23-John Toppozini[3]; 4. 65-Todd Sherman[4]; 5. 82-Brennan Sherman[10]; 6. 60-Shannon Fisk[14]; 7. 87Z-George Zieman[9]; 8. B5-Matthew Baker[15]; 9. 25L-Josh Lolmaugh[11]; 10. 1A-Andrew Hollister[13]; 11. (DNF) 8C-Corey Bevard[8]; 12. (DNF) 12M-John McClure[12]; 13. (DNF) 14-Dalton Lane[6]; 14. (DNF) 18B-Bradley Inman[17]; 15. (DNF) 7L-Matt Leland[16]; 16. (DNF) 9R-Garrett Rons[7]; 17. (DNS) 17J-Jarrod Klay

Ryan Unzicker Returns to Summer Nationals Victory Lane at Crystal

By Dawson Elliott

CRYSTAL, MI (July 11, 2026) – A two-year winless drought is tough on anyone, but for Ryan Unzicker, it felt like an eternity.

The El Paso, IL native put that to an end Friday night at Crystal Motor Speedway with the DIRTcar Summer Nationals, leading all 40 laps to pick up the $10,000 check and his first Series win since Spoon River Speedway in 2024.

“I’m pumped to be back in Victory Lane; it has been way too long,” Unzicker said. “Momentum is huge; you have to have confidence in racing. We had great momentum up until two weeks ago, and then I decided to park the equipment and regroup. I was scared to have the momentum lost, but we picked right back up where we left off, and just having that little bit of a break felt good.”

The main event kicked off with Unzicker launching to the lead from the pole, leaving outside polesitter Devin Shiels to battle with points leader Tanner English for second.

English took second rolling the bottom in Turns 1 and 2 and then tried to put pressure on Unzicker, but the No. 24 machine was stronger around the middle lane in Turns 3 and 4.

Lap traffic became a factor on Lap 8, giving English an opportunity to chip into Unzicker’s 1.3-second advantage. But a caution one lap later for a spun Mitch McGrath helped put Unzicker back in clean air once the race resumed.

The No. 24 built another impressive lead until lap traffic returned on Lap 21, giving English another opportunity to close. However, Unzicker never allowed him the opportunity. He led every lap to the checkered flag, becoming the third different winner in the Series’ three appearances at the Crystal, MI oval.

He is also now tied with Jeep Van Wormer for 13th on the overall wins list.

“Starting on the front row is a big point of it. Last night, I felt like if we started on the front row, we had a good shot for the win,” Unzicker said. “The track was definitely challenging tonight, and just finding a smooth line was difficult. I feel like my car all year long has been accepting to a little bit of choppy and a little bit of rough, and it just feels really good right now when it’s like that.

“I knew we had a good car; I knew we had a chance, and it’s just one of those deals where you hope you make the right decisions. We put on a hard tire, and a lot of them went on with threes (NLMT tire). I don’t know if that hurt them, but mine felt really good after we fired after five laps.”

English maintained second, extending his Week 5 points lead – currently 50 points ahead of Luke Morey – Frank Heckenast Jr. finished third, Shiels finished fourth, and Morey rounded out the top five.

UP NEXT
The DIRTcar Summer Nationals head to Ohio’s Oakshade Raceway for the Birthday Race on Saturday, July 11.

How can you watch the DIRTcar Summer Nationals if you’re not at the track? Every race is live on DIRTVision.

RESULTS
Feature (40 Laps): 1. 24-Ryan Unzicker[1]; 2. 96-Tanner English[3]; 3. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[5]; 4. 51-Devin Shiels[2]; 5. 49-Luke Morey[6]; 6. 4-Travis Stemler[11]; 7. 42-Chad Finley[7]; 8. 16S-Sam Seawright[9]; 9. 6M-Dona Marcoullier[15]; 10. 07-Rylee Knoll[13]; 11. 74-Mitch McGrath[8]; 12. 27-Eric Spangler[12]; 13. 21B-Rich Bell[14]; 14. 18-Brenten Deyoung[18]; 15. 18B-Chase Burda[16]; 16. 30-Mark Voigt[19]; 17. 06-Jake Rendel[22]; 18. 32-Chad Roush[20]; 19. 57V-Mason VanderVeen[17]; 20. M14-Brandon Thirlby[4]; 21. 21N-Logan Nickerson[10]; 22. 41-Mike Vandermark Jr[21]

ARTICLE: https://dirtcarsummernationals.com/recaps/ryan-unzicker-returns-to-summer-nationals-victory-lane-at-crystal/

Nusbaum Outduels McKenzie For First Career Summit Modified Triumph at Crystal

By Dawson Elliott

Dillon Nusbaum has been on the verge of his first DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals victory all week. On Friday night at Crystal Motor Speedway, he finally scored.

After finishing third, fourth, and second, respectively, in the first three races of Week 5 of the Hell Tour, the Warsaw, IN driver won a 25-lap brawl against his neighbor and current Series points leader Zeke McKenzie to earn his first Series win.

“There’s a lot of prestige that comes with winning a Summer Nationals race, and we’ve been trying for several years now,” Nusbaum said. “We don’t get to travel a whole lot or run a whole lot of the schedule, but we try and hit at least this swing that’s up here by us.”

The beginning stages of the main event saw front-row starters, Nusbaum and McKenzie, exchange the lead multiple times, trading sliders around the 3/8-mile dirt track. Nusbaum led the opening lap before McKenzie led Lap 2 as he drove around an attempted slider by the No. 17N of Nusbaum.

Nusbaum threw another slider in Turn 4, clearing McKenzie’s No. 24 car, giving him the lead back on Lap 3. McKenzie abandoned the top and ran the bottom in an attempt to get around Nusbaum, but it wasn’t enough as Nusbaum led the final 24 laps to become the newest first-time winner with the Series.

“I knew I had to get out in front of him there and kind of set the pace myself,” Nusbaum said. “Honestly, once I got out in front of him, I almost backed the pace down a little but just to kind save equipment. I didn’t want to catch lap cars any quicker than I had too. It was a lot of fun throwing haymakers back and forth with Zeke (McKenzie) there at the beginning. It’s a lot of fun when you can race with somebody that close and that hard, I don’t think we touched a single time.”

McKenzie finished second, John Toppozini finished third, his first career Series podium, Todd Sherman was fourth, and Brennan Sherman was fifth.

UP NEXT
The DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals head to Oakshade Speedway in Wauseon, OH for the Birthday Race on Saturday, July 11.

How can you watch the Summit Modifieds? Every race is live on DIRTVision.

RESULTS
Feature (25 Laps): 1. 17N-Dillon Nusbaum[1]; 2. 24-Zeke McKenzie[2]; 3. T23-John Toppozini[3]; 4. 65-Todd Sherman[4]; 5. 82-Brennan Sherman[10]; 6. 60-Shannon Fisk[14]; 7. 87Z-George Zieman[9]; 8. B5-Matthew Baker[15]; 9. 25L-Josh Lolmaugh[11]; 10. 1A-Andrew Hollister[13]; 11. (DNF) 8C-Corey Bevard[8]; 12. (DNF) 12M-John McClure[12]; 13. (DNF) 14-Dalton Lane[6]; 14. (DNF) 18B-Bradley Inman[17]; 15. (DNF) 7L-Matt Leland[16]; 16. (DNF) 9R-Garrett Rons[7]; 17. (DNS) 17J-Jarrod Klay

ARTICLE: https://dirtcarsummernationals.com/recaps/nusbaum-outduels-mckenzie-for-first-career-summit-modified-triumph-at-crystal/

Homegrown Hero: McCowan Earns First Career Lucas Oil Victory at Lucas Oil Speedway

WHEATLAND, Mo. (July 10, 2026) – Dillon McCowan scored the biggest victory of his racing career in front of his hometown crowd Friday night at Lucas Oil Speedway, capturing the inaugural Salute to Forrest Lucas and earning his first career Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series victory. The two-time Lucas Oil Speedway Modified track champion, who grew up racing at the Wheatland facility, became the 95th different winner in series history. McCowan collected the $15,000 winner’s purse along with an additional $1,000 bonus from Steering Buddy. McCowan took the lead on lap 29 from fellow O’Reilly Auto Parts Rookie of the Year contender Josh Rice and pulled away over the closing laps to win by 2.104 seconds. Rice finished second, while Jonathan Davenport completed the Big River Steel Podium in third. Chase Junghans finished fourth, followed by Hudson O’Neal in fifth. O’Neal’s fifth-place finish, combined with Brandon Sheppard’s 16th-place result after entering the night as the series points leader, leaves the two drivers tied atop the championship standings heading into Saturday night’s CMH Diamond Nationals finale. McCowan, a native of Urbana, Missouri, became the race’s third different leader before celebrating an emotional victory lane interview in front of a cheering hometown crowd. “I have tried my whole life to do this right here. It’s the only thing I ever wanted in my life, to win a Lucas Oil feature over here. I used to sit right up there in those stands and watch every feature every Saturday night. I honestly can’t put it into words. This is unreal,” said the 22-year-old, who lives approximately 20 minutes from Lucas Oil Speedway. “I joked with my dad that we just may retire if we ever win one of these things over here. I can’t explain it. Nobody knows the hours we spend in the shop or what we have overcome to get here. I can’t thank everybody enough. My mom and dad have sacrificed so much for us to be out here on the road, and for my dad to be with me. This is a dream come true.” McCowan admitted the closing laps were anything but comfortable. “I could tell my right rear was getting hot. I started to feel a heck of a vibration. I took the lead, and when I saw there were five laps to go, I said, ‘The heck with it, we’ll burn it down.’ This place has been my rock. We’ve been coming over here every Saturday night since I was 15 years old trying to win these feature races. It’s such a blessing to race at such a beautiful facility and for everything the Lucas family has done for this place and for motorsports in general.” Rice, who won the Cowboy Classic at Lucas Oil Speedway in May, led a race-high 23 laps after taking the lead from Davenport on lap five. Contact with the wall in turns three and four ultimately cost him the lead. “I remember my first Lucas Oil win at Florence, so it was pretty cool to see him (McCowan) win that. I slid up there and thought I barely hit the fence, but I guess my spoiler caught the catch fence just right. I knew he was right there. I wish we could have raced it out because he did a heck of a job. He stayed right there the whole time and pressured me just enough that I got into the fence. That’s just part of it, I guess. It’s cool for us to run second, but obviously you want to win.” Davenport, who led the opening five laps, challenged Rice for second during the closing stages but settled for third. “No doubt these young guys are tough to run with. Congratulations to McCowan. That’s awesome. Getting your first win here when you’re from this area makes it even more special. I guess I just wasn’t driving hard enough. We all had the same tire, and I felt like my car was pretty decent. I ran the top one lap before that caution came out, and it was a little slimy up there. I stayed on the bottom too long. I just didn’t move to the top quickly enough, and after that I was just trying to keep pace with them.” The winning Longhorn Chassis, owned by Charles McCowan, is powered by a Scott Bailey Racing Engine and sponsored by Midwest Sheet Metal, BLC Transportation, Sonic America’s Drive-In, Empire Energy, Pomeroy Services, and Mel Hambleton Ford. Completing the top 10 were Garrett Alberson, Brandon Overton, Brian Shirley, Tyler Bruening, and Daniel Hillsabeck. Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Race Summary Salute to ForrestFriday, July 10, 2026Lucas Oil Speedway | Wheatland, MO Allstar Performance Time TrialsFast Time Group A: Jonathan Davenport | 14.922 seconds (Overall)Fast Time Group B: Josh Rice | 15.090 seconds Penske Shocks Heat Race #1 Finish (8 Laps, Top 4 Transfer): 1. 49-Jonathan Davenport[1]; 2. 22-Daniel Hilsabeck[2]; 3. 40B-Kyle Bronson[5]; 4. 20RT-Ricky Thornton Jr[4]; 5. 58-Garrett Alberson[8]; 6. 99-Devin Moran[6]; 7. 11G-Gordy Gundaker[3]; 8. 3J-Jake Nightingale[7]; 9. 7J-Ryan Johnson[9]; 10. 8K-Tyler Kuykendall[10]; 11. 15L-Payton Looney[11] Summit Racing Products Heat Race #2 Finish (8 Laps, Top 4 Transfer): 1. 8-Dillon McCowan[1]; 2. 18J-Chase Junghans[2]; 3. 71-Hudson O’Neal[5]; 4. 21-Billy Moyer Sr[3]; 5. 93O-Mason Oberkramer[10]; 6. 17SR-Brody Smith[4]; 7. 3W-Brennon Willard[7]; 8. 6-Clay Harris[8]; 9. 17A-Austin Howes[9]; 10. 13-Dallon Murty[6] Cool-It Thermo-Tec Heat Race #3 Finish (8 Laps, Top 4 Transfer): 1. 11-Josh Rice[1]; 2. 16-Tyler Bruening[2]; 3. 76-Brandon Overton[3]; 4. 111-Max Blair[4]; 5. 60-Dan Ebert[6]; 6. 4W-Tyler Wolff[5]; 7. 93L-Cory Lawler[10]; 8. 24C-Brandon Conkwright[11]; 9. 50-Kayden Clatt[7]; 10. 7D-Dusty Leonard[8]; 11. (DNS) 44-Cole Wells Simpson Race Products Heat Race #4 Finish (8 Laps, Top 4 Transfer): 1. 3S-Brian Shirley[1]; 2. 93-Carson Ferguson[2]; 3. 1-Brandon Sheppard[3]; 4. 15-Clay Stuckey[6]; 5. 17SS-Brenden Smith[8]; 6. 1X-Aaron Marrant[5]; 7. 98-Justin Wells[4]; 8. 96X-Dalton Imhoff[9]; 9. 25B-Chevy Boyer[11]; 10. 53-Andrew Kosiski[7]; 11. 0X-Jason Sivils[10] Fast Shafts B-Main Race #1 Finish (10 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 58-Garrett Alberson[1]; 2. 93O-Mason Oberkramer[2]; 3. 99-Devin Moran[3]; 4. 11G-Gordy Gundaker[5]; 5. 6-Clay Harris[8]; 6. 17SR-Brody Smith[4]; 7. 3W-Brennon Willard[6]; 8. 15L-Payton Looney[13]; 9. 8K-Tyler Kuykendall[11]; 10. 7J-Ryan Johnson[9]; 11. 17A-Austin Howes[10]; 12. 3J-Jake Nightingale[7]; 13. (DNS) 13-Dallon Murty UNOH B-Main Race #1 Finish (10 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 60-Dan Ebert[1]; 2. 17SS-Brenden Smith[2]; 3. 4W-Tyler Wolff[3]; 4. 1X-Aaron Marrant[4]; 5. 24C-Brandon Conkwright[7]; 6. 93L-Cory Lawler[5]; 7. 98-Justin Wells[6]; 8. 53-Andrew Kosiski[12]; 9. 96X-Dalton Imhoff[8]; 10. 0X-Jason Sivils[14]; 11. (DNS) 50-Kayden Clatt; 12. (DNS) 25B-Chevy Boyer; 13. (DNS) 7D-Dusty Leonard; 14. (DNS) 44-Cole Wells Salute to Forrest | Feature Finish (40 Laps):Pos – Start – Car # – Competitor – Hometown – Earnings1 – 3 – 8 – Dillon McCowan – Urbana, MO – $16,1002 – 2 – 11 – Josh Rice – Crittenden, KY – $7,0003 – 1 – 49 – Jonathan Davenport – Blairsville, GA – $5,0004 – 7 – 18J – Chase Junghans – Manhattan, KS – $4,0005 – 11 – 71 – Hudson O’Neal – Martinsville, IN – $3,0006 – 17 – 58 – Garrett Alberson – Las Cruces, NM – $2,5007 – 10 – 76 – Brandon Overton – Evans, GA – $2,4008 – 4 – 3S – Brian Shirley – Chatham, IL – $2,3009 – 6 – 16 – Tyler Bruening – Decorah, IA – $2,20010 – 5 – 22 – Daniel Hilsabeck – Earlham, IA – $2,10011 – 8 – 93 – Carson Ferguson – Lincolnton, NC – $2,00012 – 14 – 111 – Max Blair – Centerville, PA – $1,80013 – 23 – 6 – Clay Harris – Jupiter, FL – $1,60014 – 9 – 40B – Kyle Bronson – Brandon, FL – $1,50015 – 21 – 99 – Devin Moran – Dresden, OH – $1,40016 – 12 – 1 – Brandon Sheppard – New Berlin, IL – $1,40017 – 13 – 20RT – Ricky Thornton Jr – Chandler, AZ – $1,20018 – 19 – 93O – Mason Oberkramer – Broseley, MO – $1,10019 – 15 – 21 – Billy Moyer Sr – Batesville, AR – $1,00020 – 18 – 60 – Dan Ebert – Lake Shore, MN – $1,00021 – 16 – 15 – Clay Stuckey – Shreveport, LA – $1,00022 – 22 – 4W – Tyler Wolff – Fayetteville, AR – $1,00023 – 24 – 93L – Cory Lawler – Hanover, PA – $1,00024 – 20 – 17SS – Brenden Smith – Dade City, FL – $1,000 Race Statistics  Entrants: 43Bilstein Shocks Pole Sitter: Jonathan DavenportMD3 Lap Leaders: Jonathan Davenport (Laps 1-5); Josh Rice (Laps 6-28); Dillon McCowan (Laps 29-40)Hellraizer Jacks Halfway Leader: Josh RiceWieland Feature Winner: Dillon McCowanMargin of Victory: 2.104 secondsHellraizer Jacks Cautions: Brandon Sheppard (Lap 2)MyRacePass Series Provisional: Clay Harris; Cory LawlerFast Time Provisional: n/aEmergency Provisionals: n/aTrack Provisional: n/aBig River Steel Podium Top 3: Dillon McCowan, Josh Rice, Jonathan DavenportPenske Shocks Top 5: Dillon McCowan, Josh Rice, Jonathan Davenport, Chase Junghans, Hudson O’NealBehrent’s One-Lap-to-Go Top 3: Dillon McCowan, Josh Rice, Jonathan DavenportPEM 4th Place Feature: Chase JunghansDiversified Machine 5th Place Feature: Hudson O’NealWilwood Brakes 7th Place Feature: Brandon OvertonWehrs Machine 11th Place Feature: Carson FergusonVelocity Manufacturing 13th Place Feature: Clay HarrisXS Power Batteries 15th Place Feature: Devin MoranHoker Trucking Hard Charger of the Race: Garrett Alberson (Advanced 11 positions)MD3 Most Laps Led: Josh Rice (23 Laps)Sunoco Race Fuels Race for Gas Highest Finisher: Josh RiceMidwest Sheet Metal Spoiler Challenge Point Leader: Brandon SheppardO’Reilly Auto Parts Rookie of the Race: Dillon McCowanPro Fabrication Headers Fastest Lap of the Race: Josh Rice | Lap 3 | 15.712 secondsFK Rod Ends Hard Luck Award: Brandon SheppardVictory Fuel Power Move of the Race: Josh RiceOuterwears Crew Chief of the Race: Riley DuncanARP Engine Builder of the Race: Scott Bailey Racing EnginesMiller Welders Chassis Builder of the Race: Longhorn ChassisDirt Draft Fastest in Hot Laps: Dan Ebert | 15.0907 secondsTime of Race: 13 minutes 24 seconds Big River Steel Championship Standings Presented by ARP:Pos – Car # – Competitor – Hometown – Points – Earnings1 – 1 – Brandon Sheppard – New Berlin, IL – 4735 – $205,5002 – 71 – Hudson O’Neal – Martinsville, IN – 4735 – $196,7503 – 99 – Devin Moran – Dresden, OH – 4605 – $258,9244 – 76 – Brandon Overton – Evans, GA – 4370 – $102,1005 – 111 – Max Blair – Centerville, PA – 4315 – $114,4756 – 20RT – Ricky Thornton Jr – Chandler, AZ – 4200 – $125,2257 – 58 – Garrett Alberson – Las Cruces, NM – 4070 – $84,6258 – 11 – Josh Rice – Crittenden, KY – 3995 – $81,9759 – 3s – Brian Shirley – Chatham, IL – 3980 – $71,75010 – 40B – Kyle Bronson – Brandon, FL – 3845 – $62,57511 – 93 – Carson Ferguson – Lincolnton, NC – 3810 – $64,50012 – 6 – Clay Harris – Jupiter, FL – 3805 – $75,55013 – 60 – Dan Ebert – Lake Shore, MN – 3600 – $61,25014 – 8 – Dillon McCowan – Urbana, MO – 3530 – $62,40015 – 22 – Daniel Hilsabeck – Earlham, IA – 3255 – $45,17516 – 17SS – Brenden Smith – Dade City, FL – 3035 – $35,92517 – 93L – Cory Lawler – Hanover, PA – 2855 – $25,175

The winningest driver this season fends off a challenge from Cole Macedo for his ninth victory in 2026

WILMOT, WI (July 10, 2026) – Running second can get old fast.

It’s one spot away from victory and all that comes with it. It’s watching someone else celebrate while being left to wonder how to be one position better. It’s not a preferable place to continually wind up, especially for a driver and team accustomed to winning as often as Michael “Buddy” Kofoid and Roth Motorsports.

Entering Friday’s O’Reilly Auto Parts presented the Larry Hillerud Memorial opener at Wilmot Raceway, Kofoid had collected three consecutive runner-up finishes. He also led the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series in victories this season with eight and was hungry to put the Toyota Racing No. 83 back in Victory Lane. Consider that hunger satisfied.

The Penngrove, CA native started on the pole for Friday’s 35-lapper and nearly led the entire way. Series sophomore Cole Macedo surged to give him a fight and took the top spot for two laps, but Kofoid quickly rallied to snatch it back. Two-time and defending World of Outlaws champion David Gravel climbed to second in the closing laps, but it was too little too late as Kofoid got to the checkered flag before he had a shot to make a move.

“I don’t even know how I did it, but I blasted the backstretch wall going into (Turn) 3 and knocked the (Jacob’s) ladder out when Cole passed me and was just kind of hanging on there at the end,” Kofoid explained. “I just think keeping the restarts unpredictable definitely helps. Dylan (Buswell), Nate (Knotts), and Gage (Tyra) did a great job all day today. It’s nice to have a good day start to finish again, and I owe it all to them. This isn’t an easy place to get comfortable at, and they did just that for me. Can’t do it without them and, of course, Dennis and Teresa Roth.”

Kofoid upped his lead as the season’s winningest driver with his ninth triumph of 2026. It was also his second in a row at Wilmot, putting him alongside David Gravel (four), Carson Macedo (three), and Donny Schatz (two) as multi-time winners at the Wisconsin oval. The 24-year-old is up to 31 career victories with The Greatest Show on Dirt, making him the 24th winningest driver in Series history. Kofoid also chipped away ever so slightly into David Gravel’s championship lead, narrowing the margin between the two to 80 markers.

The reason Kofoid couldn’t cut more into the difference is Gravel charged from seventh to a runner-up result, his 18th podium of the year in the Big Game Motorsports No. 2.

Sheldon Haudenschild stole third coming to the checkered flag to collect his ninth podium in the last 11 races with the KCP Racing crew.

Cole Macedo and Logan Schuchart completed the top five.

NIGHTLY NOTES

Carson Macedo claimed his second Race//Ready Hottest Lap of the Night in 2026.

Buddy Kofoid grabbed Simpson Quick Time honors in Honest Abe Roofing Qualifying.

Heat Races belonged to Buddy Kofoid (NOS Energy Drink Heat One), David Gravel (Knoxville Bound Heat Two), Garet Williamson (WIX Filters Heat Three), and Spencer Bayston (Golf Cart Services Heat Four).

The SPA Technique #1 Redraw went to Buddy Kofoid.

Kofoid also topped the Toyota Dash.

Logan Julien won the Micro-Lite Last Chance Showdown.

Logan Schuchart moved from 11th to fifth to be the KSE Racing Products Hard Charger.

Spencer Bayston was the Tub O’ Towels Seventh Place Finisher.

Ashton Torgerson was the Five Star Bodies Rookie of the Race.

Buddy Kofoid clocked the ACME Trading Company Fast Lap.

The Smith Titanium Brake Systems Break of the Race went to Conner Morrell.

UP NEXT: The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars complete the O’Reilly Auto Parts presented the Larry Hillerud Memorial at Wilmot Raceway on Saturday, July 11 before a huge week in Ohio at Attica Raceway Park’s Ohio Logistics Brad Doty Classic presented by dac Vitamins and Minerals on Tuesday, July 14 and Eldora Speedway’s Kings Royal on Friday-Saturday, July 17-18. For tickets, CLICK HERE.

Where can you watch every World of Outlaws race? Live on DIRTVision.

Where can you see the World of Outlaws in 2026? Click to see the full schedule.

FEATURE RESULTS:

NOS Energy Drink Feature (35 Laps): 1. 83-Michael Kofoid[1]; 2. 2-David Gravel[7]; 3. 18-Sheldon Haudenschild[5]; 4. 2C-Cole Macedo[2]; 5. 1S-Logan Schuchart[11]; 6. 23-Garet Williamson[6]; 7. 17-Spencer Bayston[3]; 8. 41-Carson Macedo[12]; 9. 20-Bill Balog[10]; 10. 21H-Brady Bacon[16]; 11. 7S-Chris Windom[4]; 12. AU55-Parker Scott[14]; 13. 15-Donny Schatz[18]; 14. 51-Ashton Torgerson[13]; 15. 25-Jy Corbet[19]; 16. 16C-Skylar Gee[17]; 17. 85J-Logan Julien[21]; 18. 15K-Creed Kemenah[24]; 19. 28M-Conner Morrell[8]; 20. 27-Emerson Axsom[9]; 21. 6-Scott Neitzel[15]; 22. (DNF) 87A-Austin Hartmann[22]; 23. (DNF) 79-Blake Nimee[23]; 24. (DNF) 10V-Matt VanderVere[20]

For complete results, CLICK HERE.

BACK ON TOP: Kofoid Flexes Muscle with Another Wilmot Win

The winningest driver this season fends off a challenge from Cole Macedo for his ninth victory in 2026

WILMOT, WI (July 10, 2026) – Running second can get old fast.

It’s one spot away from victory and all that comes with it. It’s watching someone else celebrate while being left to wonder how to be one position better. It’s not a preferable place to continually wind up, especially for a driver and team accustomed to winning as often as Michael “Buddy” Kofoid and Roth Motorsports.

Entering Friday’s O’Reilly Auto Parts presented the Larry Hillerud Memorial opener at Wilmot Raceway, Kofoid had collected three consecutive runner-up finishes. He also led the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series in victories this season with eight and was hungry to put the Toyota Racing No. 83 back in Victory Lane. Consider that hunger satisfied.

The Penngrove, CA native started on the pole for Friday’s 35-lapper and nearly led the entire way. Series sophomore Cole Macedo surged to give him a fight and took the top spot for two laps, but Kofoid quickly rallied to snatch it back. Two-time and defending World of Outlaws champion David Gravel climbed to second in the closing laps, but it was too little too late as Kofoid got to the checkered flag before he had a shot to make a move.

“I don’t even know how I did it, but I blasted the backstretch wall going into (Turn) 3 and knocked the (Jacob’s) ladder out when Cole passed me and was just kind of hanging on there at the end,” Kofoid explained. “I just think keeping the restarts unpredictable definitely helps. Dylan (Buswell), Nate (Knotts), and Gage (Tyra) did a great job all day today. It’s nice to have a good day start to finish again, and I owe it all to them. This isn’t an easy place to get comfortable at, and they did just that for me. Can’t do it without them and, of course, Dennis and Teresa Roth.”

Kofoid upped his lead as the season’s winningest driver with his ninth triumph of 2026. It was also his second in a row at Wilmot, putting him alongside David Gravel (four), Carson Macedo (three), and Donny Schatz (two) as multi-time winners at the Wisconsin oval. The 24-year-old is up to 31 career victories with The Greatest Show on Dirt, making him the 24th winningest driver in Series history. Kofoid also chipped away ever so slightly into David Gravel’s championship lead, narrowing the margin between the two to 80 markers.

The reason Kofoid couldn’t cut more into the difference is Gravel charged from seventh to a runner-up result, his 18th podium of the year in the Big Game Motorsports No. 2.

Sheldon Haudenschild stole third coming to the checkered flag to collect his ninth podium in the last 11 races with the KCP Racing crew.

Cole Macedo and Logan Schuchart completed the top five.

NIGHTLY NOTES

Carson Macedo claimed his second Race//Ready Hottest Lap of the Night in 2026.

Buddy Kofoid grabbed Simpson Quick Time honors in Honest Abe Roofing Qualifying.

Heat Races belonged to Buddy Kofoid (NOS Energy Drink Heat One), David Gravel (Knoxville Bound Heat Two), Garet Williamson (WIX Filters Heat Three), and Spencer Bayston (Golf Cart Services Heat Four).

The SPA Technique #1 Redraw went to Buddy Kofoid.

Kofoid also topped the Toyota Dash.

Logan Julien won the Micro-Lite Last Chance Showdown.

Logan Schuchart moved from 11th to fifth to be the KSE Racing Products Hard Charger.

Spencer Bayston was the Tub O’ Towels Seventh Place Finisher.

Ashton Torgerson was the Five Star Bodies Rookie of the Race.

Buddy Kofoid clocked the ACME Trading Company Fast Lap.

The Smith Titanium Brake Systems Break of the Race went to Conner Morrell.

UP NEXT: The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars complete the O’Reilly Auto Parts presented the Larry Hillerud Memorial at Wilmot Raceway on Saturday, July 11 before a huge week in Ohio at Attica Raceway Park’s Ohio Logistics Brad Doty Classic presented by dac Vitamins and Minerals on Tuesday, July 14 and Eldora Speedway’s Kings Royal on Friday-Saturday, July 17-18. For tickets, CLICK HERE.

Where can you watch every World of Outlaws race? Live on DIRTVision.

Where can you see the World of Outlaws in 2026? Click to see the full schedule.

FEATURE RESULTS:

NOS Energy Drink Feature (35 Laps): 1. 83-Michael Kofoid[1]; 2. 2-David Gravel[7]; 3. 18-Sheldon Haudenschild[5]; 4. 2C-Cole Macedo[2]; 5. 1S-Logan Schuchart[11]; 6. 23-Garet Williamson[6]; 7. 17-Spencer Bayston[3]; 8. 41-Carson Macedo[12]; 9. 20-Bill Balog[10]; 10. 21H-Brady Bacon[16]; 11. 7S-Chris Windom[4]; 12. AU55-Parker Scott[14]; 13. 15-Donny Schatz[18]; 14. 51-Ashton Torgerson[13]; 15. 25-Jy Corbet[19]; 16. 16C-Skylar Gee[17]; 17. 85J-Logan Julien[21]; 18. 15K-Creed Kemenah[24]; 19. 28M-Conner Morrell[8]; 20. 27-Emerson Axsom[9]; 21. 6-Scott Neitzel[15]; 22. (DNF) 87A-Austin Hartmann[22]; 23. (DNF) 79-Blake Nimee[23]; 24. (DNF) 10V-Matt VanderVere[20]

For complete results, CLICK HERE.

ARTICLE: https://worldofoutlaws.com/sprintcars/back-on-top-kofoid-flexes-muscle-with-another-wilmot-win/

Kody Kopp (No. 12) races Briar Bauman (No. 3) at the 2026 DuQuoin Mile.Download high-resolution photo from AMA Pro’s Digital Asset Management system

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 10, 2026) – The 2026 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, picks right back up this weekend with the Appalachian Harley-Davidson Williams Grove Half-Mile at Williams Grove Speedway, in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, July 11.  Hopping Back into the Hotbed  The round marks the series’ first race in Pennsylvania since the 2022 Port Royal Half-Mile, and its first at Williams Grove Speedway since 2020.  Any stop in the state carries outsized significance due to its historic status as one of the planet’s preeminent motorcycle dirt track talent hotbeds. The list of all-time superstars the state has produced is stunning, headlined by none other than ten-time Grand National Champion Jared Mees.   And Pennsylvania continues to crank out seriously fast riders to this day, with a hugely impressive list of active riders who hail from the state.   The following are just some of the native Pennsylvanians who have competed in Progressive AFT this season:

17-time Mission AFT SuperTwins Main Event winner Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R) 2019 KICKER AFT Singles champion Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) 2023 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award winner Evan Renshaw (No. 95 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) Progressive AFT podium finisher Cameron Smith (No. 34 Fredericktown Yamaha/Thee Kathy Gray Yamaha MT-07) Four-time World Championship ICE Racing Series champion Logan McGrane (No. 14 Schaffers MotorSports/Ryan Varnes Racing KTM 790 Duke).

Progressive AFT Powers Back to Historic Hotbed

Kody Kopp (No. 12) races Briar Bauman (No. 3) at the 2026 DuQuoin Mile.Download high-resolution photo from AMA Pro’s Digital Asset Management system

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 10, 2026) – The 2026 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, picks right back up this weekend with the Appalachian Harley-Davidson Williams Grove Half-Mile at Williams Grove Speedway, in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, July 11.  Hopping Back into the Hotbed  The round marks the series’ first race in Pennsylvania since the 2022 Port Royal Half-Mile, and its first at Williams Grove Speedway since 2020.  Any stop in the state carries outsized significance due to its historic status as one of the planet’s preeminent motorcycle dirt track talent hotbeds. The list of all-time superstars the state has produced is stunning, headlined by none other than ten-time Grand National Champion Jared Mees.   And Pennsylvania continues to crank out seriously fast riders to this day, with a hugely impressive list of active riders who hail from the state.   The following are just some of the native Pennsylvanians who have competed in Progressive AFT this season:

17-time Mission AFT SuperTwins Main Event winner Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R) 2019 KICKER AFT Singles champion Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) 2023 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award winner Evan Renshaw (No. 95 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) Progressive AFT podium finisher Cameron Smith (No. 34 Fredericktown Yamaha/Thee Kathy Gray Yamaha MT-07) Four-time World Championship ICE Racing Series champion Logan McGrane (No. 14 Schaffers MotorSports/Ryan Varnes Racing KTM 790 Duke).

And this list becomes all the more impressive if you include transplants as well…  Home Cookin’  Chief among the home-state heroes is two-time Grand National Champion Briar Bauman (No. 3 Super.com/RWR/Rocket Doctor Harley-Davidson XG750R).  It’s a tough beat for the opposition that Bauman was able to kickstart a five-race win streak with back-to-back victories in front of his home fans at Ventura Raceway and Silver Dollar Speedway, and he’ll now look to start another in front of his home fans at Williams Grove Speedway on the other side of the country.  While a native of Salinas, California, Bauman resides in Pennsylvania and has made the state his home for essentially half of his life at this point. And if you think Bauman’s four consecutive California wins is indicative of how fiercely he defends his home turf, get a load of his race record in Pennsylvania:  The Rick Ware Racing star enters this weekend boasting a six-race win streak in Pennsylvania, including two at Port Royal (‘21 and ‘22) and four straight at Williams Grove (‘18, 19, and ‘20×2).  In fact, the last time he failed to stand atop the podium inside the state’s borders was in 2017, when he finished third to a pair of factory Indians while aboard a private Kawasaki.  And Bauman could definitely use some home cookin’ about now. Earlier this season, he trailed Kopp by 22 points but surged to take the lead courtesy of the aforementioned five straight victories.  He now finds himself 20 points back of Kopp and aiming to win his way back out of a hole yet again. And with some friendly tracks ahead, he’s certainly capable of pulling it off.  The Title Leader and the Title Defender  You know the Pennsylvania of it all looms large when we get this far before mentioning Mission AFT SuperTwins points leader Kody Kopp (No. 12 Latus Motors Racing Harley-Davidson XG750R) or reigning Grand National Champion Dallas Daniels (No. 1 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07).  Kopp’s latest achievement puts him in rarified air. He’s now tied with Jim Rice, Dave Aldana, and Steve Eklund for second all-time in terms of rookie GNC Main Event wins at three.  If he continues along this trajectory, Kopp will have a strong claim for the most impressive rookie season the sport has ever witnessed. And the fact that he’s doing so while pit up against a pair of peak-level Grand National Champions in Bauman and Daniels makes it all the more impressive.  Kopp’s title chances received a huge boost with his win in DuQuoin, which not only padded his advantage but demonstrated just how much progress the XG750R has made in terms of its Mile prowess. That’s a pivotal development considering the season will be decided with a doubleheader in Springfield.  Meanwhile, Daniels continues to hang in there, still only eight points back despite the lingering feeling he’s yet to completely hit his stride in ‘26.  Whatever the situation, you can always trust that he’ll fight and claw his way for every point possible in a Mees-ian fashion. And like Bauman, some of his favorite tracks are just ahead. Daniels could yet be unleashed before this year is out.  Catching Fire  Even following weeks in which Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke) finished outside the top five, or even top ten, we repeatedly warned that he could catch fire and mix it up with the title contenders at any moment.  That moment has arrived with Fisher logging three consecutive podiums, including a runner-up just 0.012 seconds removed from victory a few days back.  A fully competitive Fisher not only makes things that much more interesting, it creates the possibility for bigger point swings from week to week. While he’s nearly 70 points out of the title fight himself, he still has a role to play in determining who gets crowned this year’s Grand National Champion.  There are several others in the field who could make a similar impact in any given race.  Already this year, Aidan RoosEvans (No. 26 FRA Trust Advisors Harley-Davidson XG750R) and Chad Cose (No. 49 Parker Racing/Pro Roofing Yamaha MT-07) have finished on the box.   Meanwhile, Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Mission Foods Honda CB750 Hornet),  Ben Lowe (No. 25 Rackley Racing/Roof Systems KTM 790 Duke), Declan Bender (No. 70 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Yamaha MT-07), and Hunter Bauer (No. 24 G&G Racing Yamaha MT-07) are just four more of the 14 riders who have finished fifth or better at least once this season.  And here’s one who hasn’t that you should still keep an eye out for this weekend: KICKER AFT Singles ace Tarren Santero (No. 75 Roof Systems/Vinson Construction/Mission Foods Harley-Davidson XG750R) is set to make his Mission AFT SuperTwins debut in wild card duty this weekend.  Flat Trackin’ Fun for the Whole Family  Fans of all ages will be entertained for the entire day at the Williams Grove Half-Mile. Beyond the spectacular racing, the event will feature big-screen viewing, numerous vendor displays, a Kid Zone, and a wide variety of food and beverage options.  General Admission tickets are just $40, while Reserved Grandstand Seating and Premium Reserved Grandstand Seating are available for $50 and $60, respectively. Kids 12 and under receive $15 off all ticket options. Additionally, students can get their ticket for just $30 at the door with a valid ID.  The Pit Pass add-on provides fans a chance to get an up-close look at the racebikes and meet the riders and their teams.  The H-D VIP Experience includes GA seating with full pit access, dedicated VIP H-D motorcycle parking, a guided tour of the infield podium and start/finish line – photo ops included – a meet-and-greet with the Harley-Davidson riders, and exclusive swag. The H-D VIP Experience is available for $135, along with the option to be purchased as a $95 add-on to upgraded seating options.  Fans who choose to camp can reserve a spot for $50.  To purchase tickets for the Appalachian Harley-Davidson Williams Grove Half-Mile, visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/2026-williams-grove-half-mile-185952.  For more information about Appalachian Harley-Davidson, visit https://appalachianharley-davidson.com.  Gates will open for fans at 3:00 p.m. ET/12:00 p.m. PT on Saturday with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 7:05 p.m. ET/4:05 p.m. PT.

11-YEAR-OLD LUCAS STONE WINS 2026 KIDS COLOR PPG CONTESTWinning design selected by Josh Berry to be featured as pit wall banner at Indianapolis

STUART, Va. (July 10, 2026) – Wood Brothers Racing and PPG announced today that 11-year-old Lucas Stone of Bassett, Virginia, has been selected as the winner of the 2026 Kids Color PPG program. Stone’s winning design will be featured on the No. 21 PPG team’s pit wall banner during the Brickyard 400 presented by PPG at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 26.Josh Berry, driver of the No. 21 PPG Ford Mustang Dark Horse, selected the winning artwork from entries submitted by a talented group of young race fans from across the country.”We saw a lot of creative designs, and it was really fun to go through all of them,” Berry said. “Lucas did an awesome job bringing this year’s ‘America’s Birthday Celebration’ theme to life. It has a lot of great color and creativity, and I’m looking forward to seeing it on pit road in a few weeks at Indianapolis.”Stone’s winning artwork celebrates America’s 250th birthday through a vibrant patriotic design featuring bold red, white and blue elements that capture the spirit of the historic milestone. His artwork will be transformed into a full-size pit wall banner that will be displayed throughout the 400-mile race before being signed by the No. 21 team and given to Stone following the event.The 2026 edition marks the second year of the Kids Color PPG program with Wood Brothers Racing, continuing a tradition of celebrating creativity and inspiring the next generation of race fans. Prior to expanding to the No. 21 team in 2025, the program featured fellow PPG-sponsored driver Josef Newgarden, with winning artwork showcased on a variety of items over the years, including a helmet, firesuit and pit wall banner.”We’re proud to continue the Kids Color PPG program and celebrate the creativity of young race fans through this special initiative,” said Trish Allen, strategic relationships manager, PPG. “Lucas created a wonderful design that perfectly captures this year’s theme, and we’re excited to showcase his artwork at the Racing Capital of the World.”The Brickyard 400 presented by PPG is scheduled for Sunday, July 26, at 2 p.m. ET with live television coverage on TNT.

WE SECRETLY BUILT A DRIFT CAR FOR LANDO NORRIS

We’ve been keeping this a secret. #ProjectWildcard

If life wasn’t stressful enough building a 1,000BHP Toyota GR Corolla drift car in time for Goodwood Festival of Speed, we’ve been tasked to build ANOTHER drift car for somebody very special. But Baggsy and his team always push the limit, they never give up. With the support of Monster Energy, SB Motorsport x GDA Garage are proud to introduce the Liberty Walk Super Silhouette Nissan Silvia (180SX S13), for reigning Formula 1 World Champion Lando Norris.

The S13’s striking widebody is the latest design from legendary automotive tuner Liberty Walk, the specially crafted LB-Super Silhouette kit is the very first to enter UK shores. This super aggressive kit pays homage to the iconic Group 5 Super Silhouette cars of the 80s Japanese Touring Car Championship. The huge boxy flares, a vintage slant-nose look, that wing and all of the aero.However, it’s not just the body kit that gives this S13 a presence. The powertrain  delivers performance to match its insane look.

Working closely with our good friends at GDA performance, the S13 pairs an engine package with a transmission and drivetrain designed to make car super peppy and extremely responsive – make no mistake, this is a rowdy one.  Powering Lando’s S13 is a LS 427 V8 by Billy’s Speed Shop, producing 630HP and 763NM. A Quaife 69G 6-speed sequential transmission provides lightning fast gear changes so Lando can absolutely send it with ease. KW V3 suspension keeps the S13 planted with precision, while the custom forged wheels by STRÖM gives a nod to Lando’s F1 wheels and are wrapped in the tried and tested Accelera 651 Sport semi-slick tyres for all the sends.

Working closely with our good friends at GDA performance, the S13 pairs an engine package with a transmission and drivetrain designed to make car super peppy and extremely responsive – make no mistake, this is a rowdy one.  Powering Lando’s S13 is a LS 427 V8 by Billy’s Speed Shop, producing 630HP and 763Nm. A Quaife 69G 6-speed sequential transmission provides lightning fast gear changes so Lando can absolutely send it with ease. KW V3 suspension keeps the S13 planted with precision, while the custom forged wheels by STRÖM gives a nod to Lando’s F1 wheels and are wrapped in the tried and tested Accelera 651 Sport semi-slick tyres for all the sends.

“What an incredible project! You’d expect an F1 driver to be behind the wheel of an F1 car… but instead, he’s driving a LIBERTYWALK machine! A huge thank you to Monster Energy. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to creating even more together. Monster Energy × LIBERTYWALK × Lando Norris” -Wataru Kato, Owner and Founder of Liberty Walk

Here’s what Baggsy had to say about this project: “I’m incredibly proud to see the S13 drift car finally unveiled on the Goodwood Festival of Speed hill climb. This project has been a true labour of love, with countless hours spent refining every detail to make sure it performs just as well as it looks – all in secret.  We never wanted to rush the process, so we had our good friends at GDA Garage helping us get it ready for Lando. Now that the covers are finally off, I can’t wait to see Lando shred really see what it’s capable of.“

QUINCY, MI (July 9, 2026) — As the DIRTcar Summer Nationals begins to wind down in the home stretch, Tanner English is still bringing the heat.

The Benton, KY-racer led the final 28 laps of the main event Thursday night at Butler Motor Speedway to get his tenth career Hell Tour triumph and his fourth win of the summer. 2026 has been a summer that has seen him finish in the top 10 every start he’s made thus far except one, showing just how dominant a force English has been in 2026.

“It’s just amazing when things start falling your way, they just fall your way. It’s been a great year, and I can’t thank everybody enough,” English said. “I think we pretty much got the national deal wrapped up since Jason (Feger) is gone, which is a big weight off my shoulders. We still got work to do and we’re just going to try to win every race from here on it, that’s the goal. Now I feel like we can try some stuff and get out of our comfort zone to get even better.”

Michigan native Chad Finley led the field to green in the 30-lap main event with points leader English on the outside of the front row. Finley got a good start on the initial green flag and led the opening lap of the Summer Nationals’ seventh appearance at Butler.

English found the bottom lane was clear and showed the nose to Finley as the No. 42 washed high exiting Turn 4. Finley and English drag raced to the line and English led by only .012 seconds over Finley on Lap 2.

English nailed the bottom once more as Finley struggled to find traction on the top in Turns 1 and 2, which allowed English to pull away on Lap 3. Finley began to backtrack a bit as Ryan Unzicker found some traction on the top side of the speedway and moved around Finley down the back stretch to take second place.

Unzicker began to close English’s gap in lap traffic on Lap 10 as he continued to make the top work around Butler. But English was consistent on the bottom, maintaining space between himself and Unzicker over the next 20 laps as he drove the field back around to collect his fourth checkered flag in the last nine races on the Hell Tour.

“I dreaded every car I got to because it was pretty bottom dominant, but I kind of surprised myself a few times when I’d go to the outside and I’d get right around them,” English said. “The slower cars were keeping a really good pace and were hard to pass. It was just really dirty and there was nothing much outside the bottom. I was counting laps and looking for that white flag.”

Unzicker finished second, Finley finished third, Frank Heckenast Jr. rebounded after a broken rear end last night to finish fourth, and Luke Morey rounded out the top five.

UP NEXT

The DIRTcar Summer Nationals heads to Crystal Motor Speedway in Crystal, MI, on Thursday, July 9. Tickets will be sold at the track on race day.

How can you watch every DIRTcar Summer Nationals race if you can’t be at the track? Every race is broadcasted live on DIRTVision.

Feature (30 Laps): 1. 96-Tanner English[2]; 2. 24-Ryan Unzicker[6]; 3. 42-Chad Finley[1]; 4. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[3]; 5. 49-Luke Morey[5]; 6. 16S-Sam Seawright[12]; 7. 89-Mike Spatola[9]; 8. LIL91-Carter Schlenk[4]; 9. 6M-Dona Marcoullier[8]; 10. 41-Mike Vandermark Jr[11]; 11. 27-Eric Spangler[7]; 12. 19M-Carter Murday[10]; 13. 21B-Rich Bell[14]; 14. 18-Chase Burda[16]; 15. 32-Chad Roush[13]; 16. 4-Travis Stemler[17]; 17. 74-Mitch McGrath[19]; 18. 07-Rylee Knoll[15]; 19. 30-Mark Voigt[22]; 20. 46-Colin Shipley[18]; 21. 15-Austin Harnick[21]; 22. 1*-Kyle Moore[20]

David Stremme Goes Back-to-Back with Summit Modifieds at Butler

David Stremme had gone his whole career without winning with the DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals before this week. After 25 laps around Butler Motor Speedway, he’s now won two-in-a-row.

Stremme, of Mifflintown, PA, made it back-to-back victories with the Summit Modifieds Friday night after first going to Victory Lane Thursday at I-96 Speedway. The 49-year-old led every circuit around the 3/8-mile oval of Butler, continuing to spearhead his self-built Lethal Chassis company and carry the brand’s name into Victory Lane.

“We just keep working, I mean everyone. All of our customers, our partners, we all just keep working at it,” Stremme said. “Probably a month ago, we started on a new package and this all has to do with everyone involved. The guys at the shop, our friends, everybody that plays a part in it. They’re not easy, so we’ll keep after it.”

Stremme and Indiana native Dillon Nusbaum led the field to green, and it was Stremme who got the jump on the outside lane of the speedway in Turn 4 to lead the opening lap. 

Stremme then hit lap traffic on Lap 8 and vacated the bottom lane that was working so well for him. However, a restart on Lap 10 gave the No. 35 a clear track and his preferred bottom lane back.

Stremme continued to be patient over the final 15 laps, surviving an additional restart and leading the field back around to the checkered flag unchallenged to seal the victory.

“I knew I had to be aggressive with Dillon (Nusbaum) — this is his home track and he runs good here. I knew I had to give it everything right at the beginning. It was a way different mentality because last night you didn’t know where they were running and tonight you knew if you carried speed on the bottom, everything was good. We’ve had a lot of fun the last couple days.” 

Nusbaum finished second, Tyler Spalding was third, Zeke McKenzie was fourth, and Mike McKinnney finished fifth.

UP NEXT

The DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modifieds head to Crystal Motor Speedway in Crystal, MI, on Friday, July 9. 

How can you watch the Summit Modifieds? Every race is live on DIRTVision.

Feature (25 Laps): 1. 35-David Stremme[2]; 2. 17N-Dillon Nusbaum[1]; 3. 1TS-Tyler Spalding[5]; 4. 24-Zeke McKenzie[3]; 5. 96M-Mike McKinney[4]; 6. 14-Dalton Lane[7]; 7. 5CS-Curt Spalding[6]; 8. B5-Matthew Baker[8]; 9. 45-Robby Henderson[9]; 10. 65-Todd Sherman[10]; 11. 8C-Corey Bevard[11]; 12. 9R-Garrett Rons[13]; 13. 5D-David VanGuilder[15]; 14. 82-Brennan Sherman[18]; 15. T23-John Toppozini[12]; 16. 17J-Jarrod Klay[16]; 17. 1A-Andrew Hollister[14]; 18. 18B-Bradley Inman[17]; 19. 84-Brandon Beeching[22]; 20. 11-Tyler Morehouse[19]; 21. 14S-Terry Sroufe[20]; 22. 41-Connor Stetler[21]

Tanner English Dominates Butler for Fourth Hell Tour Win of 2026

QUINCY, MI (July 9, 2026) — As the DIRTcar Summer Nationals begins to wind down in the home stretch, Tanner English is still bringing the heat.

The Benton, KY-racer led the final 28 laps of the main event Thursday night at Butler Motor Speedway to get his tenth career Hell Tour triumph and his fourth win of the summer. 2026 has been a summer that has seen him finish in the top 10 every start he’s made thus far except one, showing just how dominant a force English has been in 2026.

“It’s just amazing when things start falling your way, they just fall your way. It’s been a great year, and I can’t thank everybody enough,” English said. “I think we pretty much got the national deal wrapped up since Jason (Feger) is gone, which is a big weight off my shoulders. We still got work to do and we’re just going to try to win every race from here on it, that’s the goal. Now I feel like we can try some stuff and get out of our comfort zone to get even better.”

Michigan native Chad Finley led the field to green in the 30-lap main event with points leader English on the outside of the front row. Finley got a good start on the initial green flag and led the opening lap of the Summer Nationals’ seventh appearance at Butler.

English found the bottom lane was clear and showed the nose to Finley as the No. 42 washed high exiting Turn 4. Finley and English drag raced to the line and English led by only .012 seconds over Finley on Lap 2.

English nailed the bottom once more as Finley struggled to find traction on the top in Turns 1 and 2, which allowed English to pull away on Lap 3. Finley began to backtrack a bit as Ryan Unzicker found some traction on the top side of the speedway and moved around Finley down the back stretch to take second place.

Unzicker began to close English’s gap in lap traffic on Lap 10 as he continued to make the top work around Butler. But English was consistent on the bottom, maintaining space between himself and Unzicker over the next 20 laps as he drove the field back around to collect his fourth checkered flag in the last nine races on the Hell Tour.

“I dreaded every car I got to because it was pretty bottom dominant, but I kind of surprised myself a few times when I’d go to the outside and I’d get right around them,” English said. “The slower cars were keeping a really good pace and were hard to pass. It was just really dirty and there was nothing much outside the bottom. I was counting laps and looking for that white flag.”

Unzicker finished second, Finley finished third, Frank Heckenast Jr. rebounded after a broken rear end last night to finish fourth, and Luke Morey rounded out the top five.

UP NEXT

The DIRTcar Summer Nationals heads to Crystal Motor Speedway in Crystal, MI, on Thursday, July 9. Tickets will be sold at the track on race day.

How can you watch every DIRTcar Summer Nationals race if you can’t be at the track? Every race is broadcasted live on DIRTVision.

Feature (30 Laps): 1. 96-Tanner English[2]; 2. 24-Ryan Unzicker[6]; 3. 42-Chad Finley[1]; 4. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[3]; 5. 49-Luke Morey[5]; 6. 16S-Sam Seawright[12]; 7. 89-Mike Spatola[9]; 8. LIL91-Carter Schlenk[4]; 9. 6M-Dona Marcoullier[8]; 10. 41-Mike Vandermark Jr[11]; 11. 27-Eric Spangler[7]; 12. 19M-Carter Murday[10]; 13. 21B-Rich Bell[14]; 14. 18-Chase Burda[16]; 15. 32-Chad Roush[13]; 16. 4-Travis Stemler[17]; 17. 74-Mitch McGrath[19]; 18. 07-Rylee Knoll[15]; 19. 30-Mark Voigt[22]; 20. 46-Colin Shipley[18]; 21. 15-Austin Harnick[21]; 22. 1*-Kyle Moore[20]

David Stremme Goes Back-to-Back with Summit Modifieds at Butler

David Stremme had gone his whole career without winning with the DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals before this week. After 25 laps around Butler Motor Speedway, he’s now won two-in-a-row.

Stremme, of Mifflintown, PA, made it back-to-back victories with the Summit Modifieds Friday night after first going to Victory Lane Thursday at I-96 Speedway. The 49-year-old led every circuit around the 3/8-mile oval of Butler, continuing to spearhead his self-built Lethal Chassis company and carry the brand’s name into Victory Lane.

“We just keep working, I mean everyone. All of our customers, our partners, we all just keep working at it,” Stremme said. “Probably a month ago, we started on a new package and this all has to do with everyone involved. The guys at the shop, our friends, everybody that plays a part in it. They’re not easy, so we’ll keep after it.”

Stremme and Indiana native Dillon Nusbaum led the field to green, and it was Stremme who got the jump on the outside lane of the speedway in Turn 4 to lead the opening lap. 

Stremme then hit lap traffic on Lap 8 and vacated the bottom lane that was working so well for him. However, a restart on Lap 10 gave the No. 35 a clear track and his preferred bottom lane back.

Stremme continued to be patient over the final 15 laps, surviving an additional restart and leading the field back around to the checkered flag unchallenged to seal the victory.

“I knew I had to be aggressive with Dillon (Nusbaum) — this is his home track and he runs good here. I knew I had to give it everything right at the beginning. It was a way different mentality because last night you didn’t know where they were running and tonight you knew if you carried speed on the bottom, everything was good. We’ve had a lot of fun the last couple days.” 

Nusbaum finished second, Tyler Spalding was third, Zeke McKenzie was fourth, and Mike McKinnney finished fifth.

UP NEXT

The DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modifieds head to Crystal Motor Speedway in Crystal, MI, on Friday, July 9. 

How can you watch the Summit Modifieds? Every race is live on DIRTVision.

Feature (25 Laps): 1. 35-David Stremme[2]; 2. 17N-Dillon Nusbaum[1]; 3. 1TS-Tyler Spalding[5]; 4. 24-Zeke McKenzie[3]; 5. 96M-Mike McKinney[4]; 6. 14-Dalton Lane[7]; 7. 5CS-Curt Spalding[6]; 8. B5-Matthew Baker[8]; 9. 45-Robby Henderson[9]; 10. 65-Todd Sherman[10]; 11. 8C-Corey Bevard[11]; 12. 9R-Garrett Rons[13]; 13. 5D-David VanGuilder[15]; 14. 82-Brennan Sherman[18]; 15. T23-John Toppozini[12]; 16. 17J-Jarrod Klay[16]; 17. 1A-Andrew Hollister[14]; 18. 18B-Bradley Inman[17]; 19. 84-Brandon Beeching[22]; 20. 11-Tyler Morehouse[19]; 21. 14S-Terry Sroufe[20]; 22. 41-Connor Stetler[21]

ARTICLE: https://dirtcarsummernationals.com/recaps/tanner-english-leads-flag-to-flag-at-butler-for-fourth-hell-tour-win-of-2026/, https://dirtcarsummernationals.com/recaps/david-stremme-goes-back-to-back-with-summit-modifieds-at-butler/

The KCP Racing No. 18 heads to Victory Lane for the third time in the last five races

HARTFORD, MI (July 9, 2026) – Sheldon Haudenschild picked up right where he left off before summer break.

The Wooster, OH native put the KCP Racing/NOS Energy Drink No. 18 in Victory Lane at Cedar Lake Speedway before the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series took Fourth of July weekend off.

The tour got back to business on Thursday with the first trip to Michigan in seven years with Hartford Speedway hosting the Pure Michigan Showdown, and Haudenschild ended the night in Victory Lane yet again.

Haudenschild dominated the 30-lapper. Bill Balog started on the pole, but it was Haudenschild rocketing to the top spot on the outside when the green flag flew. Lapped traffic gave Haudenschild a few frightening moments, but ultimately the hottest Sprint Car driver in the country couldn’t be stopped. He motored away to the checkered flag.

“I’m just confident from right when we unload,” Haudenschild said. “I know we’re going to be fast and qualify well. (Kyle) Ripper, Adam (Clark), and Dauson (Heitritter) have been putting the work in, and it shows on the track. We don’t give up. If you look back at Lincoln and the two Pevely races were just pretty bad races, or else I think we’d be right there in the (championship) hunt.”

Haudenschild and the KCP crew are now up to three wins in their last five races. They’ve also collected eight top two finishes in the last 11 races. The No. 18 hasn’t finished worse than seventh in 16 consecutive main events, dating back to May 15. Haudenschild’s 51st career victory with The Greatest Show on Dirt equals him with Jeff Swindell for 18th all-time. It was also his second overall Hartford score to go along with an All Star Circuit of Champions triumph in 2016.

Michael “Buddy” Kofoid brought the Roth Motorsports No. 83 home second to notch his third straight runner-up finish. That broke a tie with Carson Macedo and gave Kofoid sole possession of the second spot in points.

David Gravel finished third in the Big Game Motorsports No. 2, a Series leading 17th podium run for the two-time and defending champions.

Garet Williamson and Logan Schuchart completed the top five.

NIGHTLY NOTES

Sheldon Haudenschild laid down the Race//Ready Hottest Lap of the Night.

David Gravel clocked his 14th Simpson Quick Time of the year and set a new track record in Honest Abe Roofing Qualifying.

Heat Races belonged to David Gravel (NOS Energy Drink Heat One), Logan Schuchart (Knoxville Bound Heat Two), and Sheldon Haudenschild (WIX Filters Heat Three).

The SPA Technique #1 Redraw went to Bill Balog.

Balog also topped the Toyota Dash.

Zane DeVault won the Micro-Lite Last Chance Showdown.

Ashton Torgerson marched from 22nd to 15th to earn the KSE Racing Products Hard Charger.

Chris Windom was the Tub O’ Towels Seventh Place Finisher.

That also gave Torgerson the Five Star Bodies Rookie of the Race.

Sheldon Haudenschild set the ACME Trading Company Fast Lap.

The Smith Titanium Brake Systems Break of the Race went to Cole Macedo.

UP NEXT: The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars make their last Wisconsin stop of the year at Wilmot Raceway on July 10-11 before a huge week in Ohio at Attica Raceway Park’s Ohio Logistics Brad Doty Classic presented by dac Vitamins and Minerals on Tuesday, July 14 and Eldora Speedway’s Kings Royal on Friday-Saturday, July 17-18. For tickets, CLICK HERE.

Where can you watch every World of Outlaws race? Live on DIRTVision.

Where can you see the World of Outlaws in 2026? Click to see the full schedule.

FEATURE RESULTS:

NOS Energy Drink Feature (30 Laps): 1. 18-Sheldon Haudenschild[2]; 2. 83-Michael Kofoid[4]; 3. 2-David Gravel[3]; 4. 23-Garet Williamson[7]; 5. 1S-Logan Schuchart[5]; 6. 17B-Bill Balog[1]; 7. 7S-Chris Windom[9]; 8. 15-Donny Schatz[14]; 9. 24D-Danny Sams III[11]; 10. 17-Spencer Bayston[8]; 11. 41-Carson Macedo[6]; 12. 16C-Skylar Gee[12]; 13. 25-Jy Corbet[13]; 14. 98-Ricky Peterson[18]; 15. 51-Ashton Torgerson[22]; 16. 27-Emerson Axsom[20]; 17. AU55-Parker Scott[23]; 18. 77-Geoff Dodge[16]; 19. 85-Dustin Daggett[21]; 20. 28M-Conner Morrell[25]; 21. (DNF) 2C-Cole Macedo[10]; 22. (DNF) 2MD-Darin Naida[17]; 23. (DNF) 6-Kasey Jedrzejek[15]; 24. (DNF) 14-Zane DeVault[19]; 25. (DNF) 71H-Max Stambaugh[24]

For complete results, CLICK HERE.

HAUD STAYS HOT: Sheldon Haudenschild Dominates World of Outlaws Return to Hartford

The KCP Racing No. 18 heads to Victory Lane for the third time in the last five races

HARTFORD, MI (July 9, 2026) – Sheldon Haudenschild picked up right where he left off before summer break.

The Wooster, OH native put the KCP Racing/NOS Energy Drink No. 18 in Victory Lane at Cedar Lake Speedway before the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series took Fourth of July weekend off.

The tour got back to business on Thursday with the first trip to Michigan in seven years with Hartford Speedway hosting the Pure Michigan Showdown, and Haudenschild ended the night in Victory Lane yet again.

Haudenschild dominated the 30-lapper. Bill Balog started on the pole, but it was Haudenschild rocketing to the top spot on the outside when the green flag flew. Lapped traffic gave Haudenschild a few frightening moments, but ultimately the hottest Sprint Car driver in the country couldn’t be stopped. He motored away to the checkered flag.

“I’m just confident from right when we unload,” Haudenschild said. “I know we’re going to be fast and qualify well. (Kyle) Ripper, Adam (Clark), and Dauson (Heitritter) have been putting the work in, and it shows on the track. We don’t give up. If you look back at Lincoln and the two Pevely races were just pretty bad races, or else I think we’d be right there in the (championship) hunt.”

Haudenschild and the KCP crew are now up to three wins in their last five races. They’ve also collected eight top two finishes in the last 11 races. The No. 18 hasn’t finished worse than seventh in 16 consecutive main events, dating back to May 15. Haudenschild’s 51st career victory with The Greatest Show on Dirt equals him with Jeff Swindell for 18th all-time. It was also his second overall Hartford score to go along with an All Star Circuit of Champions triumph in 2016.

Michael “Buddy” Kofoid brought the Roth Motorsports No. 83 home second to notch his third straight runner-up finish. That broke a tie with Carson Macedo and gave Kofoid sole possession of the second spot in points.

David Gravel finished third in the Big Game Motorsports No. 2, a Series leading 17th podium run for the two-time and defending champions.

Garet Williamson and Logan Schuchart completed the top five.

NIGHTLY NOTES

Sheldon Haudenschild laid down the Race//Ready Hottest Lap of the Night.

David Gravel clocked his 14th Simpson Quick Time of the year and set a new track record in Honest Abe Roofing Qualifying.

Heat Races belonged to David Gravel (NOS Energy Drink Heat One), Logan Schuchart (Knoxville Bound Heat Two), and Sheldon Haudenschild (WIX Filters Heat Three).

The SPA Technique #1 Redraw went to Bill Balog.

Balog also topped the Toyota Dash.

Zane DeVault won the Micro-Lite Last Chance Showdown.

Ashton Torgerson marched from 22nd to 15th to earn the KSE Racing Products Hard Charger.

Chris Windom was the Tub O’ Towels Seventh Place Finisher.

That also gave Torgerson the Five Star Bodies Rookie of the Race.

Sheldon Haudenschild set the ACME Trading Company Fast Lap.

The Smith Titanium Brake Systems Break of the Race went to Cole Macedo.

UP NEXT: The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars make their last Wisconsin stop of the year at Wilmot Raceway on July 10-11 before a huge week in Ohio at Attica Raceway Park’s Ohio Logistics Brad Doty Classic presented by dac Vitamins and Minerals on Tuesday, July 14 and Eldora Speedway’s Kings Royal on Friday-Saturday, July 17-18. For tickets, CLICK HERE.

Where can you watch every World of Outlaws race? Live on DIRTVision.

Where can you see the World of Outlaws in 2026? Click to see the full schedule.

FEATURE RESULTS:

NOS Energy Drink Feature (30 Laps): 1. 18-Sheldon Haudenschild[2]; 2. 83-Michael Kofoid[4]; 3. 2-David Gravel[3]; 4. 23-Garet Williamson[7]; 5. 1S-Logan Schuchart[5]; 6. 17B-Bill Balog[1]; 7. 7S-Chris Windom[9]; 8. 15-Donny Schatz[14]; 9. 24D-Danny Sams III[11]; 10. 17-Spencer Bayston[8]; 11. 41-Carson Macedo[6]; 12. 16C-Skylar Gee[12]; 13. 25-Jy Corbet[13]; 14. 98-Ricky Peterson[18]; 15. 51-Ashton Torgerson[22]; 16. 27-Emerson Axsom[20]; 17. AU55-Parker Scott[23]; 18. 77-Geoff Dodge[16]; 19. 85-Dustin Daggett[21]; 20. 28M-Conner Morrell[25]; 21. (DNF) 2C-Cole Macedo[10]; 22. (DNF) 2MD-Darin Naida[17]; 23. (DNF) 6-Kasey Jedrzejek[15]; 24. (DNF) 14-Zane DeVault[19]; 25. (DNF) 71H-Max Stambaugh[24]

For complete results, CLICK HERE.

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ATTICA, OH (July 13, 2026) – All eyes in the Sprint Car world are on Ohio.

The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series is “Buckeye State” bound for a big week.

First up is a trip to Attica Raceway Park on Tuesday, July 14, to salute one of the sport’s greats. Brad Doty was one of the most promising drivers before a 1988 injury derailed his career, but the Apple Creek, OH native remained committed to the sport he loves. He’s contributed through a variety of avenues since and continues to do so with the Ohio Logistics Brad Doty Classic presented by dac Vitamins and Minerals. The midweek battle will dish out $20,000 to the winner.

Then, the sport will converge on Rossburg, OH’s Eldora Speedway for the 43rd running of the Kings Royal. The weekend begins with the $25,000-to-win Knight Before on Friday, July 17, before one of the sport’s crown jewels takes center stage as a stacked field of Sprint Car drivers will battle for the crown, $200,000 in riches, and a place in the history books on Saturday, July 18 at “The Big E.”

If you’re a Sprint Car fan, “The Heart of it All” is where you need to be this week.

BUY BRAD DOTY CLASSIC TICKETS HERE
BUY KINGS ROYAL TICKETS HERE

WATCH LIVE ON DIRTVision

Let’s look at the top stories to watch this week in Ohio:

HAUD-EST TEAM IN THE SPORT

Sheldon Haudenschild is always a major story during this week in his home state, but even more eyes than usual are fixed on him this year.

He and KCP Racing are unquestionably the hottest team in Sprint Car racing as the Wooster, OH native prepares to pursue two races near the top of his bucket list. Haudenschild has won four of the last seven World of Outlaws races and has been on the podium in 10 of the last 12 with a 2.17 average finish over that dozen. The 32-year-old is arguably performing better than he ever has in his career during his first season with KCP as he and longtime crew chief Kyle Ripper made the move over the off-season.

Like most Sprint Car drivers born in Ohio, there aren’t many events Haudenschild wants more than the Brad Doty Classic and Kings Royal. His father, Jac, won “The Doty” in 2007 and wore the crown at Eldora three times. Sheldon was runner-up at the 2023 Brad Doty Classic. He’s got four top fives in the Kings Royal, including driving from eighth to second in 2020. His best chance at winning both may be this week with tons of momentum on his side.

BDC HISTORY

The Brad Doty Classic has become one of the most coveted events in the Sprint Car hotbed in Ohio through nearly four decades of history, and several former winners plan to be in attendance on Tuesday at Attica.

It’s no surprise the driver who boasts the most victories is 10-time World of Outlaws champion Donny Schatz with four. He topped a pair when the event was held at Limaland Motorsports Park (2011 and 2013) and two more after it shifted back to Attica (2016 and 2018). Schatz has also won at Attica three more times in World of Outlaws competition, making him the Series’ winningest driver there.

Kyle Larson has the opportunity to equal Schatz’s Brad Doty Classic record this week in the Silva Motorsports No. 57. All three of “Yung Money’s” triumphs in the event occurred at Attica (2020, 2022, and 2023). Larson has five wins in 13 Sprint Car outings in 2026.

David Gravel aced Attica in 2017 with CJB Motorsports and in 2024 with Big Game Motorsports, and is one of six multi-time Brad Doty Classic victors. The Watertown, CT native goes for a third on Tuesday.

The first World of Outlaws win of Spencer Bayston’s career came at the 2021 Brad Doty Classic. That was behind the wheel of the Sam McGhee Motorsports No. 11, and he’ll aim for a second in the Stenhouse Jr./Marshall Racing No. 17 this week.

Carson Macedo is the most recent to add his name to the list of winners as he and Jason Johnson Racing captured the Attica checkered flag last year. The Lemoore, CA native could join Larson as only the second driver to claim two in a row.

Greg Wilson won one for the locals back in 2004, and the Benton Ridge, OH native plans to be in action on Tuesday.

CHASING ROYALTY

Donny Schatz has the opportunity to equal one of the sport’s greatest records this weekend at Eldora.

No driver sat atop the Kings Royal throne more than “The King” himself, Steve Kinser, with seven crowns. Schatz is a six-time victor, conquering the crown jewel in 2007, 2009, 2016-2018, and 2023. He’s been close to tying Kinser already with four second-place runs, most recently driving from 20th to runner-up in 2024.

Schatz’s Eldora speed over the years shows little reason to doubt him this weekend. He’s won 19 total races at “The House that Earl Built.” Eighteen of those have come in World of Outlaws competition, which ranks behind only Steve Kinser and Sammy Swindell for third all-time. In his last 22 races at Eldora, he’s been on the podium in half of them. Schatz goes for his record-tying seventh crown and first with CJB Motorsports this week.

CAST OF KINGS

Schatz is far from the only former King that’ll be aiming to claim the crown again. Six more champions are planning to be in the Eldora pit area.

King Kerry XXXI: Kerry Madsen finally sat atop the throne in 2014 after several close calls, driving the Keneric No. 29 from the fourth row to victory. The “Madman” could become the ninth different multi-time winner this week aboard the Vermeer Motorsports No. 55. The Australian owns six total Eldora scores, and they’ve all come with the World of Outlaws.

King Brad XXXVI: Brad Sweet has a pair of Kings Royal crowns in his trophy collection (2013 and 2019). Both of those came with Kasey Kahne Racing, and he’ll go for one in the Silva Motorsports No. 94 this time around. Sweet and Paul Silva have already won four times together in 2026, split between Silva’s own car and the Kevin Kozlowski-owned ride on the West Coast.

King Tyler XXXVIII: The first-ever World of Outlaws win of Tyler Courtney’s career came in the form of the 2021 Kings Royalwhen he put the Clauson Marshall Racing/NOS Energy Drink No. 7BC in Victory Lane with a $175,000 score. “Sunshine” goes for a second worth $200,000 this week.

King Brent XXXIX: Brent Marks is one of three Pennsylvania-born Kings Royal champions. His came during a lucrative week in 2022 when the “Myerstown Missile” claimed both the Kings Royal and Historical Big One to become the first driver in Sprint Car racing history to bank a pair of six-figure paychecks in the same week. Marks is making the trip to Eldora for the 43rd running.

King David XLI: David Gravel matched Marks’ financial feat two years later when he bagged both the Joker’s Jackpot and Kings Royal to pocket $100,000 and $175,000 paydays. Gravel heads to Ohio atop the World of Outlaws points.

King Anthony XLII: An injury sidelined Anthony Macri earlier this year, but he hasn’t missed a beat since climbing back aboard the Macri Motorsports No. 39M. He won four times during PA Speedweek and claimed the mini-series title. Now, the Dillsburg, PA native aims to become only the second driver ever to win two consecutive Kings Royal crowns.

CONQUERING THE KINGDOM

Eldora attracts talent from all across the land, including several competitors who are looking to wear the crown for the first time and etch their name in the history books.

Logan Schuchart badly wants to add a Kings Royal crown to his trophy collection. Eldora is his favorite track, and “The Big E” has welcomed him and Shark Racing to Victory Lane on seven occasions. The highlight of those is undoubtedly 2023’s Eldora Million, which made him the richest winner in the sport’s history. But the history of the Kings Royal brings another level of prestige Schuchart hopes to reach.

Rico Abreu has won just about everything there is to win at “The Big E” except for the Kings Royal. He’s topped 14 races at the 1/2 mile, including six of his 22 career World of Outlaws checkered flags. The last two Knight Before Features belonged to the St. Helena, CA driver.

Carson Macedo is among the sport’s elite lacking a Kings Royal crown. He’s been on the podium twice (2020 and 2022) and hasn’t missed the top 10 in any of the five finales he’s made. He and Jason Johnson Racing have won three Eldora races together.

Michael “Buddy” Kofoid has never won at Eldora, but it’s tough to question his capabilities considering his 2026 performance with Roth Motorsports. They lead the World of Outlaws in wins this season with nine. Kofoid’s top result at Eldora is a pair of runner-ups, one with the All Star Circuit of Champions in 2023 and one at #LetsRaceTwo earlier this year.

Corey Day is returning to his Sprint Car roots to pursue the crown. The two-time winner with the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series this season visited Eldora Victory Lane last year with a Double Down Duels score.

Expect plenty of additional stars to come looking to sit atop the throne including Garet Williamson (Columbia, MO), Bill Balog (North Pole, AK), Cole Macedo (Lemoore, CA), Justin Peck (Monrovia, IN), Brian Brown (Higginsville, MO), Brady Bacon (Broken Arrow, OK), Giovanni Scelzi (Fresno, CA), and many more.

THIS WEEKEND AT A GLANCE

WHEN AND WHERE 
Tuesday, July 14 at Attica Raceway Park in Attica, OH
Friday-Saturday, July 17-18 at Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, OH

AROUND THE TURN
Tuesday-Wednesday, July 21-22 at Ohsweken Speedway in Ohsweken, ON, Canada (TICKETS)
Saturday-Sunday, July 25-26 at Weedsport Speedway in Weedsport, NY (TICKETS)

CURRENT CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS (37/82 Races):
1. David Gravel – Big Game Motorsports No. 2 (4974 PTS)
2. Michael Kofoid – Roth Motorsports No. 83 (-92 PTS)
3. Sheldon Haudenschild – KCP Racing No. 18 (-120 PTS)
4. Carson Macedo – Jason Johnson Racing No. 41 (-120 PTS)
5. Logan Schuchart – Shark Racing No. 1S (-260 PTS)
6. Donny Schatz – CJB Motorsports No. 15 (-302 PTS)
7. Garet Williamson – Fischer Motorsports No. 23 (-444 PTS)
8. Cole Macedo – TwoC Racing No. 2C (-528 PTS)
9. Chris Windom – Sides Motorsports No. 7S (-594 PTS)
10. Spencer Bayston – Stenhouse Jr./Marshall Racing No. 17 (-620 PTS)

NOS ENERGY DRINK FEATURE WINNERS (14 Drivers):
9 Wins – Michael Kofoid
7 Wins – David Gravel
6 Wins – Sheldon Haudenschild
4 Wins – Carson Macedo
2 Wins – Anthony Macri
1 Win – Spencer Bayston, Donny Schatz, Tyler Courtney, Brad Sweet, Kasey Kahne, Rico Abreu, Logan Schuchart, Aaron Reutzel, Brent Marks

FEATURE LAPS LED (25 Drivers):
255 Laps Led – Michael Kofoid
249 Laps Led – David Gravel
81 Laps Led – Carson Macedo
74 Laps Led – Sheldon Haudenschild
60 Laps Led – Garet Williamson
50 Laps Led – Logan Schuchart
44 Laps Led – Bill Balog
40 Laps Led – Anthony Macri, Aaron Reutzel
37 Laps Led – Tyler Courtney
35 Laps Led – Donny Schatz
33 Laps Led – Brady Bacon, Rico Abreu
28 Laps Led – Ryan Timms
25 Laps Led – Brad Sweet, Kasey Kahne
21 Laps Led – Kasey Jedrzejek
17 Laps Led – Spencer Bayston
15 Laps Led – Christopher Thram
12 Laps Led – Cole Macedo
11 Laps Led – Giovanni Scelzi, Emerson Axsom
7 Laps Led – Brian Brown
6 Laps Led – Brock Zearfoss
3 Laps Led – Brent Marks
PODIUM FINISHES (27 Drivers):
19 Podiums – David Gravel
17 Podiums – Michael Kofoid
15 Podiums – Sheldon Haudenschild
12 Podiums – Carson Macedo
6 Podiums – Donny Schatz
4 Podiums – Ryan Timms, Garet Williamson
3 Podiums – Anthony Macri, Spencer Bayston, Rico Abreu, Logan Schuchart, Bill Balog
2 Podiums – Brady Bacon, Cole Macedo, Aaron Reutzel, Tyler Courtney
1 Podium – Ashton Torgerson, Scott Bogucki, Emerson Axsom, Brad Sweet, Chase Dietz, Kasey Kahne, Justin Whittall, Troy Wagaman Jr., Giovanni Scelzi, Kasey Jedrzejek, Brent Marks

SIMPSON PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS QUICKTIME AWARDS (15 Drivers):
14 Quick Times – David Gravel
4 Quick Times – Sheldon Haudenschild
3 Quick Times – Logan Schuchart, Michael Kofoid, Brady Bacon
1 Quick Time – Ashton Torgerson, Kasey Jedrzejek, Will Armitage, J.J. Hickle, Brian Brown, Danny Dietrich, Rico Abreu, Aaron Reutzel, Bill Balog, Justin Henderson

HEAT RACE WINNERS (42 Drivers):
22 Heat Wins – David Gravel
17 Heat Wins – Sheldon Haudenschild
10 Heat Wins – Bill Balog
9 Heat Wins – Michael Kofoid
8 Heat Wins – Carson Macedo, Logan Schuchart 
6 Heat Wins – Donny Schatz
4 Heat Wins – Cole Macedo, Rico Abreu, Emerson Axsom, Spencer Bayston
3 Heat Wins – Ashton Torgerson, Kasey Jedrzejek, Aaron Reutzel, Giovanni Scelzi, Garet Williamson
2 Heat Wins – Anthony Macri, Chase Dietz, Kasey Kahne, Brent Marks, Austin McCarl, Jacob Hughes, Kerry Madsen, Ryan Timms
1 Heat Win – Justin Peck, Tanner Holmes, Scotty Thiel, Will Armitage, Rees Moran, Tyler Courtney, Brian Brown, Danny Dietrich, Justin Whittall, Chad Trout, Joel Myers Jr., Andy Pake, Sam Henderson, Dayne Kingshott, Christopher Thram, Daison Pursley, Terry McCarl, Kelby Watt

TOYOTA DASH APPEARANCES (56 Drivers):
27 Dashes – Sheldon Haudenschild
26 Dashes – David Gravel
19 Dashes – Michael Kofoid
13 Dashes – Bill Balog
12 Dashes – Carson Macedo 
11 Dashes – Garet Williamson
8 Dashes – Cole Macedo, Logan Schuchart
7 Dashes – Ashton Torgerson, Donny Schatz, Emerson Axsom
6 Dashes – Kasey Jedrzejek, Spencer Bayston
5 Dashes – Rico Abreu, Aaron Reutzel
4 Dashes – Anthony Macri, Ryan Timms, Brent Marks, Chris Windom
3 Dashes – Kerry Madsen, Chase Dietz, Tanner Holmes, Brian Brown, Justin Henderson, Brady Bacon
2 Dashes – Scotty Thiel, Kasey Kahne, Troy Wagaman Jr., Will Armitage, J.J. Hickle, Austin McCarl, Joe B. Miller, Brenham Crouch, Kelby Watt, Conner Morrell
1 Dash – Justin Peck, Parker Price-Miller, Brock Zearfoss, Bryce Lucius, Christopher Thram, Sam Hafertepe Jr., Rees Moran, Bryce Norris, Tyler Courtney, Brad Sweet, Danny Dietrich, Logan Rumsey, Daryn Pittman, Kody Hartlaub, Freddie Rahmer, Justin Whittall, Chad Trout, Giovanni Scelzi, Joel Myers Jr., Andy Pake, Kyle Larson

MICRO-LITE LAST CHANCE SHOWDOWN WINS (24 Drivers):
4 LCS Wins – Donny Schatz
3 LCS Wins – Garet Williamson, Spencer Bayston
2 LCS Wins – Michael Kofoid, Chris Windom, Giovanni Scelzi, Emerson Axsom
1 LCS Wins – Cameron Martin, Bill Balog, Blake Hahn, Landon Crawley, Bryce Norris, Logan Schuchart, Doug Hammaker, Daryn Pittman, Kerry Madsen, Skylar Gee, Justin Henderson, Joel Myers Jr., Tyler Courtney, Daison Pursley, Cole Macedo, Zane DeVault, Logan Julien

KSE HARD CHARGER AWARDS (20 Drivers):
6 Hard Chargers – Carson Macedo
4 Hard Chargers – Donny Schatz
3 Hard Chargers – Spencer Bayston, Michael Kofoid, Logan Schuchart
2 Hard Chargers – Garet Williamson, Chris Windom, Cole Macedo
1 Hard Charger – Giovanni Scelzi, Ryan Timms, Brady Bacon, Sheldon Haudenschild, Tyler Ross, Cameron Smith, David Gravel, Emerson Axsom, Logan Julien, Tyler Courtney, Kasey Jedrzejek, Ashton Torgerson

ACME FASTEST LAP AWARDS (20 Drivers):
6 Fastest Laps – Michael Kofoid
5 Fastest Laps – David Gravel
3 Fastest Laps – Sheldon Haudenschild 
2 Fastest Laps – Bill Balog, Brady Bacon, Carson Macedo, Aaron Reutzel, Kasey Jedrzejek, Garet Williamson
1 Fastest Lap – Anthony Macri, Brock Zearfoss, Cole Macedo, Ryan Timms, Brad Sweet, Kelby Watt, Kasey Kahne, Giovanni Scelzi, Rico Abreu, Christopher Thram, Logan Schuchart

RACE READY CLOTHING HOTTEST LAP OF THE NIGHT AWARDS (14 Drivers):
12 Hottest Laps – David Gravel
6 Hottest Laps – Sheldon Haudenschild
4 Hottest Laps – Michael Kofoid
3 Hottest Laps – Logan Schuchart
2 Hottest Laps – Garet Williamson, Carson Macedo
1 Hottest Lap – Austin McCarl, Brent Marks, Cole Macedo, Emerson Axsom, Tyler Courtney, Ryan Timms, Daryn Pittman, Giovanni Scelzi

2026 WORLD OF OUTLAWS SPRINT CAR SCHEDULE & WINNERS:
Day, Date / Track / Location / Winner
Wed, Feb 4 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Spencer Bayston (1)
Fri, Feb 6 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Michael Kofoid (1)
Sat, Feb 7 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Anthony Macri (1)
Sun, March 1 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Sheldon Haudenschild (1)
Mon, March 2 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Anthony Macri (2)
Fri, March 6 / Talladega Short Track / Eastaboga, AL / Donny Schatz (1)
Fri, March 13 / Kennedale Speedway Park / Kennedale, TX / David Gravel (1)
Fri, March 20 / Lawton Speedway / Lawton, OK / David Gravel (2)
Sat, March 21 / Creek County Speedway / Sapulpa, OK / David Gravel (3)
Fri, March 27 / US 36 Raceway / Osborn, MO / Carson Macedo (1)
Sat, March 28 / 81 Speedway / Park City, KS / Michael Kofoid (2)
Fri, April 10 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO / Michael Kofoid (3)
Sat, April 11 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO / Michael Kofoid (4)
Sun, April 19 / Tri-State Speedway / Haubstadt, IN / Tyler Courtney (1)
Fri, April 24 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Brad Sweet (1)
Sat, April 25 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / David Gravel (4)
Tues, May 5 / Lincoln Speedway / Abbottstown, PA / Michael Kofoid (5)
Fri, May 8 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA / Kasey Kahne (1)
Sat, May 9 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA / David Gravel (5)
Fri, May 15 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH / Rico Abreu (1)
Sat, May 16 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH / Logan Schuchart (1)
Tues, May 19 / Jacksonville Speedway / Jacksonville, IL / Carson Macedo (2)
Sat, May 23 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Aaron Reutzel (1)
Mon, May 25 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (6)
Fri, May 29 / River Cities Speedway / Grand Forks, ND / Carson Macedo (3)
Sat, June 6 / Plymouth Dirt Track / Plymouth, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (2)
Sun, June 7 / Angell Park Speedway / Sun Prairie, WI / Carson Macedo (4)
Fri, June 12 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Brent Marks (1)
Wed, June 17 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (7)
Thurs, June 18 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (8)
Fri, June 19 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Sheldon Haudenschild (3)
Sat, June 20 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / David Gravel (6)
Fri, June 26 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI / David Gravel (7)
Sat, June 27 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (4)
Thurs, July 9 / Hartford Speedway / Hartford, MI / Sheldon Haudenschild (5)
Fri, July 10 / Wilmot Raceway / Wilmot, WI / Michael Kofoid (9)
Sat, July 11 / Wilmot Raceway / Wilmot, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (6)
Tues, July 14 / Attica Raceway Park / Attica, OH
Fri, July 17 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH
Sat, July 18 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH
Tues, July 21 / Ohsweken Speedway / Ohsweken, ON, Canada
Wed, July 22 / Ohsweken Speedway / Ohsweken, ON, Canada
Sat, July 25 / Weedsport Speedway / Weedsport, NY
Sun, July 26 / Weedsport Speedway / Weedsport, NY
Wed, July 29 / BAPS Motor Speedway / York Haven, PA
Fri, July 31 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Sat, Aug 1 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Fri, Aug 7 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Sat, Aug 8 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Wed, Aug 12 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Thurs, Aug 13 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Fri, Aug 14 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Sat, Aug 15 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA
Fri, Aug 21 / Ogilvie Raceway / Ogilvie, MN
Sat, Aug 22 / Jackson Motorplex / Jackson, MN
Fri, Aug 28 / River Cities Speedway / Grand Forks, ND
Sat, Aug 29 / Red River Valley Speedway / West Fargo, ND
Sun, Aug 30 / Nodak Speedway / Minot, ND
Fri, Sept 4 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Sat, Sept 5 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Sun, Sept 6 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Fri, Sept 11 / Belleville High Banks / Belleville, KS
Sat, Sept 12 / Dodge City Raceway Park / Dodge City, KS
Mon, Sept 14 / El Paso County Raceway / Calhan, CO
Fri, Sept 18 / Stockton Dirt Track / Stockton, CA
Sat, Sept 19 / Stockton Dirt Track / Stockton, CA
Tues, Sept 22 / Kings Speedway / Hanford, CA
Fri, Sept 25 / Bakersfield Speedway at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway / Bakersfield, CA
Sat, Sept 26 / Ventura Raceway / Ventura, CA
Fri, Oct 2 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Sat, Oct 3 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Thurs, Oct 8 / Millstream Speedway / Findlay, OH
Fri, Oct 9 / Mansfield Speedway / Mansfield, OH
Sat, Oct 10 / Sharon Speedway / Hartford, OH
Fri, Oct 16 / Lincoln Park Speedway / Putnamville, IN
Sat, Oct 17 / TBA
Fri, Oct 23 / Texarkana 67 Speedway / Texarkana, AR
Sat, Oct 24 / Texarkana 67 Speedway / Texarkana, AR
Wed, Nov 4 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Thurs, Nov 5 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Fri, Nov 6 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Sat, Nov 7 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC

*denotes unofficial split-field prelim race.

TOP FIVE STORYLINES: Attica’s Brad Doty Classic, Eldora’s Kings Royal Headline Huge Ohio Week

ATTICA, OH (July 13, 2026) – All eyes in the Sprint Car world are on Ohio.

The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series is “Buckeye State” bound for a big week.

First up is a trip to Attica Raceway Park on Tuesday, July 14, to salute one of the sport’s greats. Brad Doty was one of the most promising drivers before a 1988 injury derailed his career, but the Apple Creek, OH native remained committed to the sport he loves. He’s contributed through a variety of avenues since and continues to do so with the Ohio Logistics Brad Doty Classic presented by dac Vitamins and Minerals. The midweek battle will dish out $20,000 to the winner.

Then, the sport will converge on Rossburg, OH’s Eldora Speedway for the 43rd running of the Kings Royal. The weekend begins with the $25,000-to-win Knight Before on Friday, July 17, before one of the sport’s crown jewels takes center stage as a stacked field of Sprint Car drivers will battle for the crown, $200,000 in riches, and a place in the history books on Saturday, July 18 at “The Big E.”

If you’re a Sprint Car fan, “The Heart of it All” is where you need to be this week.

BUY BRAD DOTY CLASSIC TICKETS HERE
BUY KINGS ROYAL TICKETS HERE

WATCH LIVE ON DIRTVision

Let’s look at the top stories to watch this week in Ohio:

HAUD-EST TEAM IN THE SPORT

Sheldon Haudenschild is always a major story during this week in his home state, but even more eyes than usual are fixed on him this year.

He and KCP Racing are unquestionably the hottest team in Sprint Car racing as the Wooster, OH native prepares to pursue two races near the top of his bucket list. Haudenschild has won four of the last seven World of Outlaws races and has been on the podium in 10 of the last 12 with a 2.17 average finish over that dozen. The 32-year-old is arguably performing better than he ever has in his career during his first season with KCP as he and longtime crew chief Kyle Ripper made the move over the off-season.

Like most Sprint Car drivers born in Ohio, there aren’t many events Haudenschild wants more than the Brad Doty Classic and Kings Royal. His father, Jac, won “The Doty” in 2007 and wore the crown at Eldora three times. Sheldon was runner-up at the 2023 Brad Doty Classic. He’s got four top fives in the Kings Royal, including driving from eighth to second in 2020. His best chance at winning both may be this week with tons of momentum on his side.

BDC HISTORY

The Brad Doty Classic has become one of the most coveted events in the Sprint Car hotbed in Ohio through nearly four decades of history, and several former winners plan to be in attendance on Tuesday at Attica.

It’s no surprise the driver who boasts the most victories is 10-time World of Outlaws champion Donny Schatz with four. He topped a pair when the event was held at Limaland Motorsports Park (2011 and 2013) and two more after it shifted back to Attica (2016 and 2018). Schatz has also won at Attica three more times in World of Outlaws competition, making him the Series’ winningest driver there.

Kyle Larson has the opportunity to equal Schatz’s Brad Doty Classic record this week in the Silva Motorsports No. 57. All three of “Yung Money’s” triumphs in the event occurred at Attica (2020, 2022, and 2023). Larson has five wins in 13 Sprint Car outings in 2026.

David Gravel aced Attica in 2017 with CJB Motorsports and in 2024 with Big Game Motorsports, and is one of six multi-time Brad Doty Classic victors. The Watertown, CT native goes for a third on Tuesday.

The first World of Outlaws win of Spencer Bayston’s career came at the 2021 Brad Doty Classic. That was behind the wheel of the Sam McGhee Motorsports No. 11, and he’ll aim for a second in the Stenhouse Jr./Marshall Racing No. 17 this week.

Carson Macedo is the most recent to add his name to the list of winners as he and Jason Johnson Racing captured the Attica checkered flag last year. The Lemoore, CA native could join Larson as only the second driver to claim two in a row.

Greg Wilson won one for the locals back in 2004, and the Benton Ridge, OH native plans to be in action on Tuesday.

CHASING ROYALTY

Donny Schatz has the opportunity to equal one of the sport’s greatest records this weekend at Eldora.

No driver sat atop the Kings Royal throne more than “The King” himself, Steve Kinser, with seven crowns. Schatz is a six-time victor, conquering the crown jewel in 2007, 2009, 2016-2018, and 2023. He’s been close to tying Kinser already with four second-place runs, most recently driving from 20th to runner-up in 2024.

Schatz’s Eldora speed over the years shows little reason to doubt him this weekend. He’s won 19 total races at “The House that Earl Built.” Eighteen of those have come in World of Outlaws competition, which ranks behind only Steve Kinser and Sammy Swindell for third all-time. In his last 22 races at Eldora, he’s been on the podium in half of them. Schatz goes for his record-tying seventh crown and first with CJB Motorsports this week.

CAST OF KINGS

Schatz is far from the only former King that’ll be aiming to claim the crown again. Six more champions are planning to be in the Eldora pit area.

King Kerry XXXI: Kerry Madsen finally sat atop the throne in 2014 after several close calls, driving the Keneric No. 29 from the fourth row to victory. The “Madman” could become the ninth different multi-time winner this week aboard the Vermeer Motorsports No. 55. The Australian owns six total Eldora scores, and they’ve all come with the World of Outlaws.

King Brad XXXVI: Brad Sweet has a pair of Kings Royal crowns in his trophy collection (2013 and 2019). Both of those came with Kasey Kahne Racing, and he’ll go for one in the Silva Motorsports No. 94 this time around. Sweet and Paul Silva have already won four times together in 2026, split between Silva’s own car and the Kevin Kozlowski-owned ride on the West Coast.

King Tyler XXXVIII: The first-ever World of Outlaws win of Tyler Courtney’s career came in the form of the 2021 Kings Royalwhen he put the Clauson Marshall Racing/NOS Energy Drink No. 7BC in Victory Lane with a $175,000 score. “Sunshine” goes for a second worth $200,000 this week.

King Brent XXXIX: Brent Marks is one of three Pennsylvania-born Kings Royal champions. His came during a lucrative week in 2022 when the “Myerstown Missile” claimed both the Kings Royal and Historical Big One to become the first driver in Sprint Car racing history to bank a pair of six-figure paychecks in the same week. Marks is making the trip to Eldora for the 43rd running.

King David XLI: David Gravel matched Marks’ financial feat two years later when he bagged both the Joker’s Jackpot and Kings Royal to pocket $100,000 and $175,000 paydays. Gravel heads to Ohio atop the World of Outlaws points.

King Anthony XLII: An injury sidelined Anthony Macri earlier this year, but he hasn’t missed a beat since climbing back aboard the Macri Motorsports No. 39M. He won four times during PA Speedweek and claimed the mini-series title. Now, the Dillsburg, PA native aims to become only the second driver ever to win two consecutive Kings Royal crowns.

CONQUERING THE KINGDOM

Eldora attracts talent from all across the land, including several competitors who are looking to wear the crown for the first time and etch their name in the history books.

Logan Schuchart badly wants to add a Kings Royal crown to his trophy collection. Eldora is his favorite track, and “The Big E” has welcomed him and Shark Racing to Victory Lane on seven occasions. The highlight of those is undoubtedly 2023’s Eldora Million, which made him the richest winner in the sport’s history. But the history of the Kings Royal brings another level of prestige Schuchart hopes to reach.

Rico Abreu has won just about everything there is to win at “The Big E” except for the Kings Royal. He’s topped 14 races at the 1/2 mile, including six of his 22 career World of Outlaws checkered flags. The last two Knight Before Features belonged to the St. Helena, CA driver.

Carson Macedo is among the sport’s elite lacking a Kings Royal crown. He’s been on the podium twice (2020 and 2022) and hasn’t missed the top 10 in any of the five finales he’s made. He and Jason Johnson Racing have won three Eldora races together.

Michael “Buddy” Kofoid has never won at Eldora, but it’s tough to question his capabilities considering his 2026 performance with Roth Motorsports. They lead the World of Outlaws in wins this season with nine. Kofoid’s top result at Eldora is a pair of runner-ups, one with the All Star Circuit of Champions in 2023 and one at #LetsRaceTwo earlier this year.

Corey Day is returning to his Sprint Car roots to pursue the crown. The two-time winner with the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series this season visited Eldora Victory Lane last year with a Double Down Duels score.

Expect plenty of additional stars to come looking to sit atop the throne including Garet Williamson (Columbia, MO), Bill Balog (North Pole, AK), Cole Macedo (Lemoore, CA), Justin Peck (Monrovia, IN), Brian Brown (Higginsville, MO), Brady Bacon (Broken Arrow, OK), Giovanni Scelzi (Fresno, CA), and many more.

THIS WEEKEND AT A GLANCE

WHEN AND WHERE 
Tuesday, July 14 at Attica Raceway Park in Attica, OH
Friday-Saturday, July 17-18 at Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, OH

AROUND THE TURN
Tuesday-Wednesday, July 21-22 at Ohsweken Speedway in Ohsweken, ON, Canada (TICKETS)
Saturday-Sunday, July 25-26 at Weedsport Speedway in Weedsport, NY (TICKETS)

CURRENT CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS (37/82 Races):
1. David Gravel – Big Game Motorsports No. 2 (4974 PTS)
2. Michael Kofoid – Roth Motorsports No. 83 (-92 PTS)
3. Sheldon Haudenschild – KCP Racing No. 18 (-120 PTS)
4. Carson Macedo – Jason Johnson Racing No. 41 (-120 PTS)
5. Logan Schuchart – Shark Racing No. 1S (-260 PTS)
6. Donny Schatz – CJB Motorsports No. 15 (-302 PTS)
7. Garet Williamson – Fischer Motorsports No. 23 (-444 PTS)
8. Cole Macedo – TwoC Racing No. 2C (-528 PTS)
9. Chris Windom – Sides Motorsports No. 7S (-594 PTS)
10. Spencer Bayston – Stenhouse Jr./Marshall Racing No. 17 (-620 PTS)

NOS ENERGY DRINK FEATURE WINNERS (14 Drivers):
9 Wins – Michael Kofoid
7 Wins – David Gravel
6 Wins – Sheldon Haudenschild
4 Wins – Carson Macedo
2 Wins – Anthony Macri
1 Win – Spencer Bayston, Donny Schatz, Tyler Courtney, Brad Sweet, Kasey Kahne, Rico Abreu, Logan Schuchart, Aaron Reutzel, Brent Marks

FEATURE LAPS LED (25 Drivers):
255 Laps Led – Michael Kofoid
249 Laps Led – David Gravel
81 Laps Led – Carson Macedo
74 Laps Led – Sheldon Haudenschild
60 Laps Led – Garet Williamson
50 Laps Led – Logan Schuchart
44 Laps Led – Bill Balog
40 Laps Led – Anthony Macri, Aaron Reutzel
37 Laps Led – Tyler Courtney
35 Laps Led – Donny Schatz
33 Laps Led – Brady Bacon, Rico Abreu
28 Laps Led – Ryan Timms
25 Laps Led – Brad Sweet, Kasey Kahne
21 Laps Led – Kasey Jedrzejek
17 Laps Led – Spencer Bayston
15 Laps Led – Christopher Thram
12 Laps Led – Cole Macedo
11 Laps Led – Giovanni Scelzi, Emerson Axsom
7 Laps Led – Brian Brown
6 Laps Led – Brock Zearfoss
3 Laps Led – Brent Marks
PODIUM FINISHES (27 Drivers):
19 Podiums – David Gravel
17 Podiums – Michael Kofoid
15 Podiums – Sheldon Haudenschild
12 Podiums – Carson Macedo
6 Podiums – Donny Schatz
4 Podiums – Ryan Timms, Garet Williamson
3 Podiums – Anthony Macri, Spencer Bayston, Rico Abreu, Logan Schuchart, Bill Balog
2 Podiums – Brady Bacon, Cole Macedo, Aaron Reutzel, Tyler Courtney
1 Podium – Ashton Torgerson, Scott Bogucki, Emerson Axsom, Brad Sweet, Chase Dietz, Kasey Kahne, Justin Whittall, Troy Wagaman Jr., Giovanni Scelzi, Kasey Jedrzejek, Brent Marks

SIMPSON PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS QUICKTIME AWARDS (15 Drivers):
14 Quick Times – David Gravel
4 Quick Times – Sheldon Haudenschild
3 Quick Times – Logan Schuchart, Michael Kofoid, Brady Bacon
1 Quick Time – Ashton Torgerson, Kasey Jedrzejek, Will Armitage, J.J. Hickle, Brian Brown, Danny Dietrich, Rico Abreu, Aaron Reutzel, Bill Balog, Justin Henderson

HEAT RACE WINNERS (42 Drivers):
22 Heat Wins – David Gravel
17 Heat Wins – Sheldon Haudenschild
10 Heat Wins – Bill Balog
9 Heat Wins – Michael Kofoid
8 Heat Wins – Carson Macedo, Logan Schuchart 
6 Heat Wins – Donny Schatz
4 Heat Wins – Cole Macedo, Rico Abreu, Emerson Axsom, Spencer Bayston
3 Heat Wins – Ashton Torgerson, Kasey Jedrzejek, Aaron Reutzel, Giovanni Scelzi, Garet Williamson
2 Heat Wins – Anthony Macri, Chase Dietz, Kasey Kahne, Brent Marks, Austin McCarl, Jacob Hughes, Kerry Madsen, Ryan Timms
1 Heat Win – Justin Peck, Tanner Holmes, Scotty Thiel, Will Armitage, Rees Moran, Tyler Courtney, Brian Brown, Danny Dietrich, Justin Whittall, Chad Trout, Joel Myers Jr., Andy Pake, Sam Henderson, Dayne Kingshott, Christopher Thram, Daison Pursley, Terry McCarl, Kelby Watt

TOYOTA DASH APPEARANCES (56 Drivers):
27 Dashes – Sheldon Haudenschild
26 Dashes – David Gravel
19 Dashes – Michael Kofoid
13 Dashes – Bill Balog
12 Dashes – Carson Macedo 
11 Dashes – Garet Williamson
8 Dashes – Cole Macedo, Logan Schuchart
7 Dashes – Ashton Torgerson, Donny Schatz, Emerson Axsom
6 Dashes – Kasey Jedrzejek, Spencer Bayston
5 Dashes – Rico Abreu, Aaron Reutzel
4 Dashes – Anthony Macri, Ryan Timms, Brent Marks, Chris Windom
3 Dashes – Kerry Madsen, Chase Dietz, Tanner Holmes, Brian Brown, Justin Henderson, Brady Bacon
2 Dashes – Scotty Thiel, Kasey Kahne, Troy Wagaman Jr., Will Armitage, J.J. Hickle, Austin McCarl, Joe B. Miller, Brenham Crouch, Kelby Watt, Conner Morrell
1 Dash – Justin Peck, Parker Price-Miller, Brock Zearfoss, Bryce Lucius, Christopher Thram, Sam Hafertepe Jr., Rees Moran, Bryce Norris, Tyler Courtney, Brad Sweet, Danny Dietrich, Logan Rumsey, Daryn Pittman, Kody Hartlaub, Freddie Rahmer, Justin Whittall, Chad Trout, Giovanni Scelzi, Joel Myers Jr., Andy Pake, Kyle Larson

MICRO-LITE LAST CHANCE SHOWDOWN WINS (24 Drivers):
4 LCS Wins – Donny Schatz
3 LCS Wins – Garet Williamson, Spencer Bayston
2 LCS Wins – Michael Kofoid, Chris Windom, Giovanni Scelzi, Emerson Axsom
1 LCS Wins – Cameron Martin, Bill Balog, Blake Hahn, Landon Crawley, Bryce Norris, Logan Schuchart, Doug Hammaker, Daryn Pittman, Kerry Madsen, Skylar Gee, Justin Henderson, Joel Myers Jr., Tyler Courtney, Daison Pursley, Cole Macedo, Zane DeVault, Logan Julien

KSE HARD CHARGER AWARDS (20 Drivers):
6 Hard Chargers – Carson Macedo
4 Hard Chargers – Donny Schatz
3 Hard Chargers – Spencer Bayston, Michael Kofoid, Logan Schuchart
2 Hard Chargers – Garet Williamson, Chris Windom, Cole Macedo
1 Hard Charger – Giovanni Scelzi, Ryan Timms, Brady Bacon, Sheldon Haudenschild, Tyler Ross, Cameron Smith, David Gravel, Emerson Axsom, Logan Julien, Tyler Courtney, Kasey Jedrzejek, Ashton Torgerson

ACME FASTEST LAP AWARDS (20 Drivers):
6 Fastest Laps – Michael Kofoid
5 Fastest Laps – David Gravel
3 Fastest Laps – Sheldon Haudenschild 
2 Fastest Laps – Bill Balog, Brady Bacon, Carson Macedo, Aaron Reutzel, Kasey Jedrzejek, Garet Williamson
1 Fastest Lap – Anthony Macri, Brock Zearfoss, Cole Macedo, Ryan Timms, Brad Sweet, Kelby Watt, Kasey Kahne, Giovanni Scelzi, Rico Abreu, Christopher Thram, Logan Schuchart

RACE READY CLOTHING HOTTEST LAP OF THE NIGHT AWARDS (14 Drivers):
12 Hottest Laps – David Gravel
6 Hottest Laps – Sheldon Haudenschild
4 Hottest Laps – Michael Kofoid
3 Hottest Laps – Logan Schuchart
2 Hottest Laps – Garet Williamson, Carson Macedo
1 Hottest Lap – Austin McCarl, Brent Marks, Cole Macedo, Emerson Axsom, Tyler Courtney, Ryan Timms, Daryn Pittman, Giovanni Scelzi

2026 WORLD OF OUTLAWS SPRINT CAR SCHEDULE & WINNERS:
Day, Date / Track / Location / Winner
Wed, Feb 4 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Spencer Bayston (1)
Fri, Feb 6 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Michael Kofoid (1)
Sat, Feb 7 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Anthony Macri (1)
Sun, March 1 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Sheldon Haudenschild (1)
Mon, March 2 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Anthony Macri (2)
Fri, March 6 / Talladega Short Track / Eastaboga, AL / Donny Schatz (1)
Fri, March 13 / Kennedale Speedway Park / Kennedale, TX / David Gravel (1)
Fri, March 20 / Lawton Speedway / Lawton, OK / David Gravel (2)
Sat, March 21 / Creek County Speedway / Sapulpa, OK / David Gravel (3)
Fri, March 27 / US 36 Raceway / Osborn, MO / Carson Macedo (1)
Sat, March 28 / 81 Speedway / Park City, KS / Michael Kofoid (2)
Fri, April 10 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO / Michael Kofoid (3)
Sat, April 11 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO / Michael Kofoid (4)
Sun, April 19 / Tri-State Speedway / Haubstadt, IN / Tyler Courtney (1)
Fri, April 24 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Brad Sweet (1)
Sat, April 25 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / David Gravel (4)
Tues, May 5 / Lincoln Speedway / Abbottstown, PA / Michael Kofoid (5)
Fri, May 8 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA / Kasey Kahne (1)
Sat, May 9 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA / David Gravel (5)
Fri, May 15 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH / Rico Abreu (1)
Sat, May 16 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH / Logan Schuchart (1)
Tues, May 19 / Jacksonville Speedway / Jacksonville, IL / Carson Macedo (2)
Sat, May 23 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Aaron Reutzel (1)
Mon, May 25 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (6)
Fri, May 29 / River Cities Speedway / Grand Forks, ND / Carson Macedo (3)
Sat, June 6 / Plymouth Dirt Track / Plymouth, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (2)
Sun, June 7 / Angell Park Speedway / Sun Prairie, WI / Carson Macedo (4)
Fri, June 12 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Brent Marks (1)
Wed, June 17 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (7)
Thurs, June 18 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (8)
Fri, June 19 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Sheldon Haudenschild (3)
Sat, June 20 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / David Gravel (6)
Fri, June 26 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI / David Gravel (7)
Sat, June 27 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (4)
Thurs, July 9 / Hartford Speedway / Hartford, MI / Sheldon Haudenschild (5)
Fri, July 10 / Wilmot Raceway / Wilmot, WI / Michael Kofoid (9)
Sat, July 11 / Wilmot Raceway / Wilmot, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (6)
Tues, July 14 / Attica Raceway Park / Attica, OH
Fri, July 17 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH
Sat, July 18 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH
Tues, July 21 / Ohsweken Speedway / Ohsweken, ON, Canada
Wed, July 22 / Ohsweken Speedway / Ohsweken, ON, Canada
Sat, July 25 / Weedsport Speedway / Weedsport, NY
Sun, July 26 / Weedsport Speedway / Weedsport, NY
Wed, July 29 / BAPS Motor Speedway / York Haven, PA
Fri, July 31 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Sat, Aug 1 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Fri, Aug 7 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Sat, Aug 8 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Wed, Aug 12 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Thurs, Aug 13 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Fri, Aug 14 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Sat, Aug 15 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA
Fri, Aug 21 / Ogilvie Raceway / Ogilvie, MN
Sat, Aug 22 / Jackson Motorplex / Jackson, MN
Fri, Aug 28 / River Cities Speedway / Grand Forks, ND
Sat, Aug 29 / Red River Valley Speedway / West Fargo, ND
Sun, Aug 30 / Nodak Speedway / Minot, ND
Fri, Sept 4 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Sat, Sept 5 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Sun, Sept 6 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Fri, Sept 11 / Belleville High Banks / Belleville, KS
Sat, Sept 12 / Dodge City Raceway Park / Dodge City, KS
Mon, Sept 14 / El Paso County Raceway / Calhan, CO
Fri, Sept 18 / Stockton Dirt Track / Stockton, CA
Sat, Sept 19 / Stockton Dirt Track / Stockton, CA
Tues, Sept 22 / Kings Speedway / Hanford, CA
Fri, Sept 25 / Bakersfield Speedway at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway / Bakersfield, CA
Sat, Sept 26 / Ventura Raceway / Ventura, CA
Fri, Oct 2 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Sat, Oct 3 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Thurs, Oct 8 / Millstream Speedway / Findlay, OH
Fri, Oct 9 / Mansfield Speedway / Mansfield, OH
Sat, Oct 10 / Sharon Speedway / Hartford, OH
Fri, Oct 16 / Lincoln Park Speedway / Putnamville, IN
Sat, Oct 17 / TBA
Fri, Oct 23 / Texarkana 67 Speedway / Texarkana, AR
Sat, Oct 24 / Texarkana 67 Speedway / Texarkana, AR
Wed, Nov 4 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Thurs, Nov 5 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Fri, Nov 6 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Sat, Nov 7 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC

*denotes unofficial split-field prelim race.

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Event: Quaker State 400Date/Time: Sunday, July 12, 2026, 7 p.m. ETLocation: EchoPark Speedway, Hampton, GeorgiaLayout: 1.5-Mile OvalTV/Radio: TNT, PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Josh Berry and the No. 21 eero team return to EchoPark Speedway this weekend for the Quaker State 400 after producing several strong performances at the track in recent seasons.The finishes haven’t reflected it, but Berry has consistently qualified near the front, led laps and contended for stage points at the reconfigured 1.54-mile oval. This weekend, the focus is on pairing that speed with the clean race needed to contend when it matters most.EchoPark Speedway has become one of the NASCAR Cup Series’ most unpredictable venues since its 2021 reconfiguration and repave. The project increased the banking in the turns from 24 to 28 degrees while narrowing the racing surface from 55 feet to 40 feet, transforming the facility into a drafting-style track that produces the close, high-speed racing more commonly associated with Daytona and Talladega.Berry has consistently shown speed at the track despite the challenging racing conditions. In six Cup Series starts, he has qualified inside the top 10 four times, including three starts from the top four. Last June, Berry earned the outside pole after posting an identical qualifying lap to Ford teammate Joey Logano, starting second based on the tiebreaker. He has also led 56 laps and captured a stage victory at EchoPark Speedway, but a string of multi-car incidents has prevented those performances from translating into the finishes the No. 21 team was capable of.”I think we’ve been better at Atlanta than our finishes show,” Berry said. “We’ve had good speed there the last few times we’ve been there and have qualified well, but we’ve gotten caught up in a few situations that have kept us from getting the finishes we were capable of.”Hopefully we can put ourselves in position again, stay out of trouble and be there at the end when it matters.”Qualifying is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. ET on Saturday with television coverage on truTV.Sunday’s Quaker State 400 is scheduled to take the green flag shortly after 7 p.m. ET. The 260-lap, 400-mile race will air live on TNT, with stage breaks planned for Laps 60 and 160.

Josh BerryAge: 35 (Oct. 22, 1990)Hometown: Hendersonville, TennesseeCrew Chief: Miles StanleyIG: @joshberry88X: @joshberry

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TEAM CHEVY ADVANCE EchoPark Speedway / Lime Rock ParkJuly 11-12, 2026

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For the first time this season, the NASCAR Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series will make a return visit to a venue as the sport’s top-two divisions head back south for a pair of events under the lights at EchoPark Speedway. Chevrolet rides into Saturday’s Focused Health 250 with five-straight O’Reilly Series wins at the 1.54-mile oval, a streak kept alive by Haas Factory Team’s Sheldon Creed when he collected his first career win in the track’s February event. On Sunday, the Cup Series will step into the spotlight for the Quaker State 400, where the Hendrick Motorsports trio of Alex Bowman, William Byron and Chase Elliott will represent Chevrolet in Round Three of the In-Season Challenge.

SEASON SPEEDWAY AVERAGESSunday’s Quaker State 400 will mark the NASCAR Cup Series’ fourth superspeedway-style race of the season. Among the series’ full-time competitors, only five drivers have achieved a single-digit average finish on the configuration thus far this season. Two-time EchoPark Speedway winner, Chase Elliott, leads the pack for the Bowtie brigade – sitting third overall with an average finish of 6.3. Trailing just behind Elliott in fourth is Spire Motorsports’ Carson Hocevar, who’s average finish of 7.7 includes his first career win that came in the series’ most recent drafting-style race at Talladega Superspeedway. Overall, six Team Chevy drivers have earned a spot in the top-10 with 2024 EchoPark Speedway winner Daniel Suarez tying Ross Chastain for sixth at 10.0; Kaulig Racing’s Ty Dillon in ninth at 14.3; and Hyak Motorsports’ Ricky Stenhouse Jr. rounding out the top-10 at 14.7.

STELLAR IN THE SUMMER RACEChevrolet’s long history of success at EchoPark Speedway has seen the Bowtie brand set the pace with 46 wins in NASCAR’s top division – a double-digit record over the next leading manufacturer, Ford, with 36 wins. That list includes five trips to victory lane that have been made in the track’s superspeedway-style era (Mar. 2022 – present), with three of those wins coming during the summer race. Georgia native Chase Elliott is one of just four active two-time EchoPark Speedway winners, with both of his triumphs coming in the track’s summer date (June 2025; July 2022). Joining the likes of his Hendrick Motorsports teammate, William Byron has two EchoPark Speedway victories under his belt, with his most recent coming in the July 2023 event. In the four summer races that have been held since the reconfiguration, Team Chevy has owned at least half of the top-10 finishing positions in each event. Among those contributors includes Elliott and Daniel Suarez, who each earned top-10s in three of the past four summer races.

BYRON’S BACK Heading into NASCAR’s return to Chicagoland Speedway, a strong points day was at the forefront of William Byron’s goals, and the No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet team was able to achieve just that. In one of the team’s strongest runs of the season, the North Carolina native drove to a sweep of the stage wins, going on to lead a race-high, and season-best, 94 laps led en route to a strong fourth-place finish. The showing concluded with a 53-point day, which sat second-highest of the field, just behind the race winner. The effort kept the Rudy Fugle-led team in the 12th position of the standings, but now with a 92-point advantage over the cutline.  While EchoPark Speedway might be arguably one of the most challenging ovals on the circuit, this weekend is a momentum-building opportunity for the No. 24 team. Byron is one of just four active two-time EchoPark Speedway winners, both of which have been earned on the track’s reconfigured surface (July 2023; March 2022). Drafting-style racing, in general, is right in Byron’s wheelhouse, with the Team Chevy driver boosting a resume of five career wins on the configuration at NASCAR’s highest level.

HOCEVAR HOPING FOR A RESET While it’s been a rocky start of the summer stretch for Carson Hocevar and the No. 77 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet team, they’ve managed to maintain a top-10 point position, with a triple-digit cushion over the cutline heading into the EchoPark Speedway race weekend. While superspeedway races are filled with chaos and unpredictability, it’s a style of racing that’s turned into arguably one of Hocevar’s strongest in his short NASCAR Cup Series career. This season alone, the Michigan native has turned in two top-four results on drafting-style tracks, with his most notable finish coming at Talladega Superspeedway earlier this spring when he became a first-time winner at NASCAR’s highest level. In just five career starts at EchoPark Speedway, Hocevar holds a streak of three-straight top-10 results – dating back to his best-finish of second that came in the Feb. 2025 event.

IN-SEASON CHALLENGE: ROUND THREEEntering Round Three of the In-Season Challenge, just eight drivers remain in the battle for the one-million-dollar grand prize. The No. 32 seed, Alex Bowman, continues to make noise with yet another upset finish at Chicagoland Speedway – driving to a top-five result to knock-out No. 16 seed, Austin Cindric, and advance to Round Three at EchoPark Speedway. Bowman’s history at the Georgia-based venue includes back-to-back top-five finishes in the track’s summer race, including a career-best third-place result that came one year ago. Joining in on the upset action was William Byron, who’s fourth-place finish was enough to defeat his Hendrick Motorsports teammate Kyle Larson, while Chase Elliott’s 11th-place finish topped Michael McDowell to advance. Among the eight drivers left in contention, Byron and Elliott are the only two-time EchoPark Speedway winners.

AUSTIN HILL: THE SUPERSPEEDWAY ACEAustin Hill has earned the honors as one of the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series most decorated superspeedway racers. Currently competing in his fifth full-time campaign in the division, 11 of his 16 career victories have come on a drafting-style track – a record that surpasses NASCAR Hall of Famers, Tony Stewart and Dale Earnhardt Sr., as the series’ winningest speedway driver. A big part of that success has come at Hill’s home track of EchoPark Speedway. In six of his first seven career starts at the Georgia-based venue, Hill earned results no worse than second, including five trips to victory lane to make him the track’s winningest driver in the second-level series.

HEMRIC LOOKS TO CONTINUE STRONG ROAD COURSE RUN For the second-straight season, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will make the lone venture to Connecticut to take on Lime Rock Park – marking the start of the five-race countdown to the end of the regular season. With the Chase battle quickly nearing, it’s a trio of McAnally-Hilgemann Racing drivers that currently represent Team Chevy in the top-10 of the points standings. Christian Eckes’ fifth-place ranking leads Daniel Hemric and Tyler Ankrum in the eighth and ninth positions, respectively.  Hemric’s prowess on road courses this season makes him an arguable favorite for a big points day at Lime Rock Park this weekend. The North Carolina native is coming off his season-best finish of second, which came in NASCAR’s debut at the San Diego Street Course. The result extended a string of top-eight road course finishes during his 2026 campaign, with the Team Chevy driver also placing eighth at St. Petersburg and fourth at Watkins Glen.

BOWTIE BULLETS:·        Chevrolet will serve as the official pace vehicle for both the EchoPark Speedway and Lime Rock Park race weekends, with the Corvette Stingray pacing the NASCAR Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in their respective events and the Silverado RST pacing the Craftsman Truck Series race.  ·        Active Chevrolet drivers with a NASCAR Cup Series win at EchoPark Speedway: Chase Elliott – two wins (July 2025; July 2022)William Byron – two wins (July 2023; March 2022)Daniel Suarez – one win (Feb. 2024) ·        In 124 NASCAR Cup Series races held at EchoPark Speedway, Chevrolet has recorded a series-leading 46 victories. Since the reconfiguration of the 1.54-Georgia venue prior at the start of the 2022 season, Chevrolet leads the series in wins in both of NASCAR’s top-two divisions, heading into the weekend with five Cup Series wins and seven O’Reilly Series wins. ·        Since the debut of the Next Gen Cars in the NASCAR Cup Series at the start of the 2022 season, Chevrolet has won 14 of the 27 superspeedway-style races – recorded by eight drivers from five different Chevrolet teams.  ·        With seven-straight victories to start the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series season, Chevrolet set the record for the longest season-opening streak by a single manufacturer in the division’s history.  ·        In 162 points-paying races in the NASCAR Cup Series Next Gen era, Chevrolet leads all manufacturers with 73 victories – a winning percentage of 45.1%.  ·        Chevrolet is coming off its 29th all-time sweep of the NASCAR Cup Series championship titles – capturing its 34th driver championship and 44th, and fifth consecutive, manufacturer championship in 2025.  ·        With its 44 NASCAR Cup Series manufacturer championships, 34 NASCAR Cup Series driver championships, and 887 all-time NASCAR Cup Series wins, Chevrolet continues to hold the title as the winningest brand in NASCAR Cup Series history.  FOR THE FANS: Fans can visit the Team Chevy Racing Display in the Fan Midway at EchoPark Speedway, which will feature a variety of Chevrolet vehicles including: Silverado 1500 RST, Silverado HD LTZ, Tahoe RST, Traverse RS, Colorado Trail Boss, Trax 2RS, Bolt 2RS, Equinox RS, Corvette Z06. Chevrolet Display Hours of Operation:Saturday, July 11: 12:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 12: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Team Chevy Driver Appearances at the Display:Saturday, July 11Jeremy Clements: 12:45 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Carson Kvapil & Sammy Smith: 1:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Sheldon Creed & Sam Mayer: 2:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Justin Allgaier & Rajah Caruth: 2:40 p.m. – 2:55 p.m. Sunday, July 12Daniel Suarez: 2:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cole Custer: 3:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Austin Dillon: 3:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Shane van Gisbergen: 4:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

TUNE-IN:NASCAR Cup Series (EchoPark Speedway)Quaker State 400 Available at WalmartSunday, July 12, at 7 p.m. ETTNT Sports, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90  NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series (EchoPark Speedway)Focused Health 250Saturday, July 11, at 7 p.m. ETCW, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90  NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (Lime Rock Park)LiUNA 150Saturday, July 22, at 1 p.m. ETFS1, NASCAR Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90

QUOTABLE QUOTES:Ross Chastain, No. 1 Trackhouse Racing ChevroletDo you think this Atlanta will be as exciting as the February race there?“I think so. I don’t think there’s been a bad race since they repaved EchoPark Speedway. I’m looking forward to it, I know that.” What do you think about the racing at Atlanta?“I’ve been pretty close to victory lane a couple of times with the new surface at EchoPark. I really enjoy racing there and it’s so fun. It’s mentally draining because of all the jockeying you have to do to try and get in the correct lanes for a good run and get it at the right time. I’m a fan of the racing at EchoPark, that’s for sure. Maybe we can finally drive to victory lane there this weekend after being close before.”   Daniel Suarez, No. 7 Spire Motorsports ChevroletYou had a good day at Atlanta in the spring. How does that translate to Sunday’s race, and what are the biggest challenges when the track cools off under the lights?“We know what we did in the spring and that gives us confidence coming back to Atlanta. Every race is its own story, especially Atlanta at night when the track cools off and the grip changes so quickly. You can be strong in one stage and just barely hanging on in the next if you don’t stay ahead of it. The biggest thing at Atlanta is patience. You’ve got to be there when it counts during the last run. That’s where races are won or lost.”   Ty Dillon, No. 10 Kaulig Racing ChevroletWhat are your thoughts on EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta?“Atlanta has been a place that I have watched so many races at when I was a kid. Then I would come down here every Thursday night for the shootout with my Legends and Bandoleros and then got my first NASCAR Camping World Truck Series win here also. I feel like it is a place we can win.” Your Kaulig Racing team seems to be faster than earlier in the season. How do you feel about the team’s performance in the most recent races?“I was really proud of our effort Sunday at Chicagoland Speedway, and we were fast in the previous races at both San Diego and Sonoma. I got into the wall in San Diego, and we had mechanical issues in Sonoma, or we would have had good finishes. We are improving, and it has shown with our speed. At Chicagoland Speedway, we finally got the finish we deserved. We have something going now, and we need to build momentum and finish the second half of the season really strong.”   AJ Allmendinger, No. 16 Kaulig Racing ChevroletWhat are your thoughts on the intensity of racing at EchoPark Speedway?“Atlanta is always intense. It’s probably one of the most intense—if not the most intense—pack-racing tracks we go to. During the summer race, it gets really hot and slick, so handling is going to be extremely important. It’s also a racetrack where anything can happen. We’ve had some decent runs there, along with a few really strong ones, so I feel like we’re capable of putting together a solid day for our No. 16 Campers Inn RV with Newmar entry.” How do you mentally prepare for this race?“Mentally, you have to go into the race knowing that anything can happen. From the first lap to the last, you’re on the ragged edge. You have to expect the unexpected, make the right moves, and hope you get a little bit of luck along the way. If we can stay out of trouble and keep the car clean, I think we have a shot to run in the top 15—maybe even the top 10—and put ourselves in a good position.”   Ricky Stenhouse Jr., No. 47 Hyak Motorsports Chevrolet“We’re excited to welcome Clemco to the team for the first time at EchoPark Speedway. It’s always cool bringing a new partner to the track and representing a company that’s passionate about what they do. EchoPark is a place where things happen fast and track position is huge, so qualifying well and staying aggressive all night will be important. Hopefully we can put together a strong run for Clemco in their debut with us.”   Cody Ware, No. 51 Rick Ware Racing ChevroletAtlanta features the same style of racing as Daytona and Talladega, but with Atlanta being a mile-and-a-half shorter than those venues, how is Atlanta different from Daytona and Talladega?“At Daytona and Talladega when we’re in the middle of the corner, the whole track is wide, and when you’re in the banking, you can see a good bit through the corner. Even when you’re in the draft, even when someone’s bumper is right in your windshield, you can still see pretty well. But at Atlanta, the tight radius of the corners means you can only see three or four car lengths ahead. So, all the information about what’s happening way ahead of you needs to be portrayed to you really well, precisely and quickly by your spotter. “You’ve got to have a good, close relationship with your spotter. Brent Wentz, my spotter, knows what I need to hear and he delivers what I need to know quickly and efficiently. It’s important, because I need to digest what he’s telling me and make judgments based off something I may not even see yet. That does happen to an extent at Daytona and Talladega, but nothing like what it is at Atlanta.”   Michael McDowell, No. 71 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhat makes Atlanta unique?“Atlanta is a unique challenge because it races a lot like Daytona, but handling still plays a huge role. We’ve built a solid notebook there over the last few years. We swept both poles in 2024 and last season we showed a lot of speed, even after having a power steering issue. We had plenty of speed at Daytona, and all our cars have shown what we are capable of. That gives us confidence heading back to another drafting-style track, especially after Carson’s (Hocevar) win at Talladega. Hopefully, we can put together a clean race, build on the momentum we’ve shown, and put ourselves in position to contend for the win. Atlanta is a great opportunity for our No. 71 team to keep stacking points and put ourselves in position to point our way into The Chase.”   Carson Hocevar, No. 77 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhy do you enjoy racing at Atlanta?“You are on offense at all times. At Daytona and Talladega, you can’t really pull out of line and make a move by yourself. You have to wait and hope when you try to make a move, the guy behind you will follow. At Atlanta, you can just continuously make moves on your own. If one doesn’t work, you get back in line and make the next one. I like to compare it to Daytona before the repave. I like to watch the old races and get jealous I never had a chance to race there. So, when we go to Atlanta, I am really just living out a childhood dream.”   Connor Zilisch, No. 88 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet How aggressive do you have to be and how important is it to keep track position during the race?“You’ve got to be very aggressive and track position is very important. I enjoy it. I think it provides a lot of opportunities to race up front and do things a little differently than normal. It’s certainly different than Daytona and Talladega where you get a little more gridlocked. I feel like you get more runs and there’s a lot of stuff happening. You have to fend for yourself.” Why do you enjoy racing to EchoPark Speedway?“EchoPark Speedway is one of the few tracks I’ve raced at twice in a Cup car already and I feel like I’ve been pretty good there. It’s fast and there is a lot of three-wide racing at a track where handling has started to become a factor. It’s unique. It’s a superspeedway but it’s very chaotic. I just have to do my best to get through it all. EchoPark Speedway provides a lot of opportunity but it’s also another race where I have to watch my back and try not to get involved in an incident.” You have been competitive in two previous starts at Atlanta.  “I had a start there last year in the Cup Series and we finished 11th in my first go at it. In the spring race earlier this year we ran well in the first stage and got stage points. Unfortunately, we got involved in an incident that was kind of out of our control.”   Shane van Gisbergen, No. 97 Trackhouse Racing ChevroletHow different is the Atlanta track going to race in July, compared to earlier this year in February?“Oh yeah, even last year we felt how much the track went off and it started sliding around a lot more in the heat. It’s (EchoPark Speedway) one of my better tracks. I always seem to go well there but it’s a crazy place to race.” What makes EchoPark Speedway so crazy to race at?“It’s like a superspeedway on steroids. Your brain is just fried at the end, you’re flat out the whole time and always in a battle. You’re hanging on, that’s for sure.” Two victories on the season, but the big picture is making the chase. You’re 14th in the points, 26 points above that line. Is the Sonoma win enough momentum to get you to the post season?“It certainly helps, but I need to really step it up on the ovals. We all do. Yeah, certainly helps us, but this is an oval championship, and I need to keep getting better at them. It’s tough, the next seven weeks are going to be crucial for us to get into the playoffs. We have to be consistent every week, do the best we can and don’t get involved in anything silly. Just continue to be there every week.”

TEAM CHEVY ADVANCEEchoPark Speedway / Lime Rock ParkJuly 11-12, 2026

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For the first time this season, the NASCAR Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series will make a return visit to a venue as the sport’s top-two divisions head back south for a pair of events under the lights at EchoPark Speedway. Chevrolet rides into Saturday’s Focused Health 250 with five-straight O’Reilly Series wins at the 1.54-mile oval, a streak kept alive by Haas Factory Team’s Sheldon Creed when he collected his first career win in the track’s February event. On Sunday, the Cup Series will step into the spotlight for the Quaker State 400, where the Hendrick Motorsports trio of Alex Bowman, William Byron and Chase Elliott will represent Chevrolet in Round Three of the In-Season Challenge.

SEASON SPEEDWAY AVERAGESSunday’s Quaker State 400 will mark the NASCAR Cup Series’ fourth superspeedway-style race of the season. Among the series’ full-time competitors, only five drivers have achieved a single-digit average finish on the configuration thus far this season. Two-time EchoPark Speedway winner, Chase Elliott, leads the pack for the Bowtie brigade – sitting third overall with an average finish of 6.3. Trailing just behind Elliott in fourth is Spire Motorsports’ Carson Hocevar, who’s average finish of 7.7 includes his first career win that came in the series’ most recent drafting-style race at Talladega Superspeedway. Overall, six Team Chevy drivers have earned a spot in the top-10 with 2024 EchoPark Speedway winner Daniel Suarez tying Ross Chastain for sixth at 10.0; Kaulig Racing’s Ty Dillon in ninth at 14.3; and Hyak Motorsports’ Ricky Stenhouse Jr. rounding out the top-10 at 14.7.

STELLAR IN THE SUMMER RACEChevrolet’s long history of success at EchoPark Speedway has seen the Bowtie brand set the pace with 46 wins in NASCAR’s top division – a double-digit record over the next leading manufacturer, Ford, with 36 wins. That list includes five trips to victory lane that have been made in the track’s superspeedway-style era (Mar. 2022 – present), with three of those wins coming during the summer race. Georgia native Chase Elliott is one of just four active two-time EchoPark Speedway winners, with both of his triumphs coming in the track’s summer date (June 2025; July 2022). Joining the likes of his Hendrick Motorsports teammate, William Byron has two EchoPark Speedway victories under his belt, with his most recent coming in the July 2023 event. In the four summer races that have been held since the reconfiguration, Team Chevy has owned at least half of the top-10 finishing positions in each event. Among those contributors includes Elliott and Daniel Suarez, who each earned top-10s in three of the past four summer races.

BYRON’S BACK Heading into NASCAR’s return to Chicagoland Speedway, a strong points day was at the forefront of William Byron’s goals, and the No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet team was able to achieve just that. In one of the team’s strongest runs of the season, the North Carolina native drove to a sweep of the stage wins, going on to lead a race-high, and season-best, 94 laps led en route to a strong fourth-place finish. The showing concluded with a 53-point day, which sat second-highest of the field, just behind the race winner. The effort kept the Rudy Fugle-led team in the 12th position of the standings, but now with a 92-point advantage over the cutline.  While EchoPark Speedway might be arguably one of the most challenging ovals on the circuit, this weekend is a momentum-building opportunity for the No. 24 team. Byron is one of just four active two-time EchoPark Speedway winners, both of which have been earned on the track’s reconfigured surface (July 2023; March 2022). Drafting-style racing, in general, is right in Byron’s wheelhouse, with the Team Chevy driver boosting a resume of five career wins on the configuration at NASCAR’s highest level.

HOCEVAR HOPING FOR A RESET While it’s been a rocky start of the summer stretch for Carson Hocevar and the No. 77 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet team, they’ve managed to maintain a top-10 point position, with a triple-digit cushion over the cutline heading into the EchoPark Speedway race weekend. While superspeedway races are filled with chaos and unpredictability, it’s a style of racing that’s turned into arguably one of Hocevar’s strongest in his short NASCAR Cup Series career. This season alone, the Michigan native has turned in two top-four results on drafting-style tracks, with his most notable finish coming at Talladega Superspeedway earlier this spring when he became a first-time winner at NASCAR’s highest level. In just five career starts at EchoPark Speedway, Hocevar holds a streak of three-straight top-10 results – dating back to his best-finish of second that came in the Feb. 2025 event.

IN-SEASON CHALLENGE: ROUND THREEEntering Round Three of the In-Season Challenge, just eight drivers remain in the battle for the one-million-dollar grand prize. The No. 32 seed, Alex Bowman, continues to make noise with yet another upset finish at Chicagoland Speedway – driving to a top-five result to knock-out No. 16 seed, Austin Cindric, and advance to Round Three at EchoPark Speedway. Bowman’s history at the Georgia-based venue includes back-to-back top-five finishes in the track’s summer race, including a career-best third-place result that came one year ago. Joining in on the upset action was William Byron, who’s fourth-place finish was enough to defeat his Hendrick Motorsports teammate Kyle Larson, while Chase Elliott’s 11th-place finish topped Michael McDowell to advance. Among the eight drivers left in contention, Byron and Elliott are the only two-time EchoPark Speedway winners.

AUSTIN HILL: THE SUPERSPEEDWAY ACEAustin Hill has earned the honors as one of the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series most decorated superspeedway racers. Currently competing in his fifth full-time campaign in the division, 11 of his 16 career victories have come on a drafting-style track – a record that surpasses NASCAR Hall of Famers, Tony Stewart and Dale Earnhardt Sr., as the series’ winningest speedway driver. A big part of that success has come at Hill’s home track of EchoPark Speedway. In six of his first seven career starts at the Georgia-based venue, Hill earned results no worse than second, including five trips to victory lane to make him the track’s winningest driver in the second-level series.

HEMRIC LOOKS TO CONTINUE STRONG ROAD COURSE RUN For the second-straight season, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will make the lone venture to Connecticut to take on Lime Rock Park – marking the start of the five-race countdown to the end of the regular season. With the Chase battle quickly nearing, it’s a trio of McAnally-Hilgemann Racing drivers that currently represent Team Chevy in the top-10 of the points standings. Christian Eckes’ fifth-place ranking leads Daniel Hemric and Tyler Ankrum in the eighth and ninth positions, respectively.  Hemric’s prowess on road courses this season makes him an arguable favorite for a big points day at Lime Rock Park this weekend. The North Carolina native is coming off his season-best finish of second, which came in NASCAR’s debut at the San Diego Street Course. The result extended a string of top-eight road course finishes during his 2026 campaign, with the Team Chevy driver also placing eighth at St. Petersburg and fourth at Watkins Glen.

BOWTIE BULLETS:·        Chevrolet will serve as the official pace vehicle for both the EchoPark Speedway and Lime Rock Park race weekends, with the Corvette Stingray pacing the NASCAR Cup and O’Reilly Auto Parts Series in their respective events and the Silverado RST pacing the Craftsman Truck Series race.  ·        Active Chevrolet drivers with a NASCAR Cup Series win at EchoPark Speedway: Chase Elliott – two wins (July 2025; July 2022)William Byron – two wins (July 2023; March 2022)Daniel Suarez – one win (Feb. 2024) ·        In 124 NASCAR Cup Series races held at EchoPark Speedway, Chevrolet has recorded a series-leading 46 victories. Since the reconfiguration of the 1.54-Georgia venue prior at the start of the 2022 season, Chevrolet leads the series in wins in both of NASCAR’s top-two divisions, heading into the weekend with five Cup Series wins and seven O’Reilly Series wins. ·        Since the debut of the Next Gen Cars in the NASCAR Cup Series at the start of the 2022 season, Chevrolet has won 14 of the 27 superspeedway-style races – recorded by eight drivers from five different Chevrolet teams.  ·        With seven-straight victories to start the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series season, Chevrolet set the record for the longest season-opening streak by a single manufacturer in the division’s history.  ·        In 162 points-paying races in the NASCAR Cup Series Next Gen era, Chevrolet leads all manufacturers with 73 victories – a winning percentage of 45.1%.  ·        Chevrolet is coming off its 29th all-time sweep of the NASCAR Cup Series championship titles – capturing its 34th driver championship and 44th, and fifth consecutive, manufacturer championship in 2025.  ·        With its 44 NASCAR Cup Series manufacturer championships, 34 NASCAR Cup Series driver championships, and 887 all-time NASCAR Cup Series wins, Chevrolet continues to hold the title as the winningest brand in NASCAR Cup Series history.  FOR THE FANS: Fans can visit the Team Chevy Racing Display in the Fan Midway at EchoPark Speedway, which will feature a variety of Chevrolet vehicles including: Silverado 1500 RST, Silverado HD LTZ, Tahoe RST, Traverse RS, Colorado Trail Boss, Trax 2RS, Bolt 2RS, Equinox RS, Corvette Z06. Chevrolet Display Hours of Operation:Saturday, July 11: 12:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sunday, July 12: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Team Chevy Driver Appearances at the Display:Saturday, July 11Jeremy Clements: 12:45 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Carson Kvapil & Sammy Smith: 1:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Sheldon Creed & Sam Mayer: 2:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Justin Allgaier & Rajah Caruth: 2:40 p.m. – 2:55 p.m. Sunday, July 12Daniel Suarez: 2:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Cole Custer: 3:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Austin Dillon: 3:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Shane van Gisbergen: 4:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

TUNE-IN:NASCAR Cup Series (EchoPark Speedway)Quaker State 400 Available at WalmartSunday, July 12, at 7 p.m. ETTNT Sports, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90  NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series (EchoPark Speedway)Focused Health 250Saturday, July 11, at 7 p.m. ETCW, PRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90  NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (Lime Rock Park)LiUNA 150Saturday, July 22, at 1 p.m. ETFS1, NASCAR Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90

QUOTABLE QUOTES:Ross Chastain, No. 1 Trackhouse Racing ChevroletDo you think this Atlanta will be as exciting as the February race there?“I think so. I don’t think there’s been a bad race since they repaved EchoPark Speedway. I’m looking forward to it, I know that.” What do you think about the racing at Atlanta?“I’ve been pretty close to victory lane a couple of times with the new surface at EchoPark. I really enjoy racing there and it’s so fun. It’s mentally draining because of all the jockeying you have to do to try and get in the correct lanes for a good run and get it at the right time. I’m a fan of the racing at EchoPark, that’s for sure. Maybe we can finally drive to victory lane there this weekend after being close before.”   Daniel Suarez, No. 7 Spire Motorsports ChevroletYou had a good day at Atlanta in the spring. How does that translate to Sunday’s race, and what are the biggest challenges when the track cools off under the lights?“We know what we did in the spring and that gives us confidence coming back to Atlanta. Every race is its own story, especially Atlanta at night when the track cools off and the grip changes so quickly. You can be strong in one stage and just barely hanging on in the next if you don’t stay ahead of it. The biggest thing at Atlanta is patience. You’ve got to be there when it counts during the last run. That’s where races are won or lost.”   Ty Dillon, No. 10 Kaulig Racing ChevroletWhat are your thoughts on EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta?“Atlanta has been a place that I have watched so many races at when I was a kid. Then I would come down here every Thursday night for the shootout with my Legends and Bandoleros and then got my first NASCAR Camping World Truck Series win here also. I feel like it is a place we can win.” Your Kaulig Racing team seems to be faster than earlier in the season. How do you feel about the team’s performance in the most recent races?“I was really proud of our effort Sunday at Chicagoland Speedway, and we were fast in the previous races at both San Diego and Sonoma. I got into the wall in San Diego, and we had mechanical issues in Sonoma, or we would have had good finishes. We are improving, and it has shown with our speed. At Chicagoland Speedway, we finally got the finish we deserved. We have something going now, and we need to build momentum and finish the second half of the season really strong.”   AJ Allmendinger, No. 16 Kaulig Racing ChevroletWhat are your thoughts on the intensity of racing at EchoPark Speedway?“Atlanta is always intense. It’s probably one of the most intense—if not the most intense—pack-racing tracks we go to. During the summer race, it gets really hot and slick, so handling is going to be extremely important. It’s also a racetrack where anything can happen. We’ve had some decent runs there, along with a few really strong ones, so I feel like we’re capable of putting together a solid day for our No. 16 Campers Inn RV with Newmar entry.” How do you mentally prepare for this race?“Mentally, you have to go into the race knowing that anything can happen. From the first lap to the last, you’re on the ragged edge. You have to expect the unexpected, make the right moves, and hope you get a little bit of luck along the way. If we can stay out of trouble and keep the car clean, I think we have a shot to run in the top 15—maybe even the top 10—and put ourselves in a good position.”   Ricky Stenhouse Jr., No. 47 Hyak Motorsports Chevrolet“We’re excited to welcome Clemco to the team for the first time at EchoPark Speedway. It’s always cool bringing a new partner to the track and representing a company that’s passionate about what they do. EchoPark is a place where things happen fast and track position is huge, so qualifying well and staying aggressive all night will be important. Hopefully we can put together a strong run for Clemco in their debut with us.”   Cody Ware, No. 51 Rick Ware Racing ChevroletAtlanta features the same style of racing as Daytona and Talladega, but with Atlanta being a mile-and-a-half shorter than those venues, how is Atlanta different from Daytona and Talladega?“At Daytona and Talladega when we’re in the middle of the corner, the whole track is wide, and when you’re in the banking, you can see a good bit through the corner. Even when you’re in the draft, even when someone’s bumper is right in your windshield, you can still see pretty well. But at Atlanta, the tight radius of the corners means you can only see three or four car lengths ahead. So, all the information about what’s happening way ahead of you needs to be portrayed to you really well, precisely and quickly by your spotter. “You’ve got to have a good, close relationship with your spotter. Brent Wentz, my spotter, knows what I need to hear and he delivers what I need to know quickly and efficiently. It’s important, because I need to digest what he’s telling me and make judgments based off something I may not even see yet. That does happen to an extent at Daytona and Talladega, but nothing like what it is at Atlanta.”   Michael McDowell, No. 71 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhat makes Atlanta unique?“Atlanta is a unique challenge because it races a lot like Daytona, but handling still plays a huge role. We’ve built a solid notebook there over the last few years. We swept both poles in 2024 and last season we showed a lot of speed, even after having a power steering issue. We had plenty of speed at Daytona, and all our cars have shown what we are capable of. That gives us confidence heading back to another drafting-style track, especially after Carson’s (Hocevar) win at Talladega. Hopefully, we can put together a clean race, build on the momentum we’ve shown, and put ourselves in position to contend for the win. Atlanta is a great opportunity for our No. 71 team to keep stacking points and put ourselves in position to point our way into The Chase.”   Carson Hocevar, No. 77 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhy do you enjoy racing at Atlanta?“You are on offense at all times. At Daytona and Talladega, you can’t really pull out of line and make a move by yourself. You have to wait and hope when you try to make a move, the guy behind you will follow. At Atlanta, you can just continuously make moves on your own. If one doesn’t work, you get back in line and make the next one. I like to compare it to Daytona before the repave. I like to watch the old races and get jealous I never had a chance to race there. So, when we go to Atlanta, I am really just living out a childhood dream.”   Connor Zilisch, No. 88 Trackhouse Racing Chevrolet How aggressive do you have to be and how important is it to keep track position during the race?“You’ve got to be very aggressive and track position is very important. I enjoy it. I think it provides a lot of opportunities to race up front and do things a little differently than normal. It’s certainly different than Daytona and Talladega where you get a little more gridlocked. I feel like you get more runs and there’s a lot of stuff happening. You have to fend for yourself.” Why do you enjoy racing to EchoPark Speedway?“EchoPark Speedway is one of the few tracks I’ve raced at twice in a Cup car already and I feel like I’ve been pretty good there. It’s fast and there is a lot of three-wide racing at a track where handling has started to become a factor. It’s unique. It’s a superspeedway but it’s very chaotic. I just have to do my best to get through it all. EchoPark Speedway provides a lot of opportunity but it’s also another race where I have to watch my back and try not to get involved in an incident.” You have been competitive in two previous starts at Atlanta.  “I had a start there last year in the Cup Series and we finished 11th in my first go at it. In the spring race earlier this year we ran well in the first stage and got stage points. Unfortunately, we got involved in an incident that was kind of out of our control.”   Shane van Gisbergen, No. 97 Trackhouse Racing ChevroletHow different is the Atlanta track going to race in July, compared to earlier this year in February?“Oh yeah, even last year we felt how much the track went off and it started sliding around a lot more in the heat. It’s (EchoPark Speedway) one of my better tracks. I always seem to go well there but it’s a crazy place to race.” What makes EchoPark Speedway so crazy to race at?“It’s like a superspeedway on steroids. Your brain is just fried at the end, you’re flat out the whole time and always in a battle. You’re hanging on, that’s for sure.” Two victories on the season, but the big picture is making the chase. You’re 14th in the points, 26 points above that line. Is the Sonoma win enough momentum to get you to the post season?“It certainly helps, but I need to really step it up on the ovals. We all do. Yeah, certainly helps us, but this is an oval championship, and I need to keep getting better at them. It’s tough, the next seven weeks are going to be crucial for us to get into the playoffs. We have to be consistent every week, do the best we can and don’t get involved in anything silly. Just continue to be there every week.”

Chevrolet NASCAR Cup Series Statistics Manufacturer Championships:Total (1949-2025): 44First title for Chevrolet: 1958Highest number of consecutive titles: 13 (2003-15)Most recent: 2025 Years Won: 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1995, 1996, 1998, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 Driver Championships:Total (1949-2025): 34First Chevrolet champion: Buck Baker (1957)Highest number of consecutive titles: 7 (2005-11)Most recent: Kyle Larson (2025)Driver and Manufacturer Championship Sweeps: 29 Years Won: 1957, 1960, 1961, 1973, 1976, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2020, 2021, 2025 Event Victories:Record for total race wins in single season: 26 (2007)                2026 STATISTICS:                                                                                                    Wins: 6Poles: 4Laps Led: 1,514Top-Fives: 36Top-10s: 68Stage Wins: 15 CHEVROLET IN NASCAR CUMULATIVE STATISTICS:Total Chevrolet race wins: 887 (1949 to date)Poles won to date: 770Laps led to date: 258,248Top-fives to date: 4,472Top-10s to date: 9,219                                                                                                          Total NASCAR Cup Wins by Corporation, 1949 to Date:                    General Motors: 1,221           Chevrolet: 887           Pontiac: 154           Oldsmobile: 115           Buick: 65            Ford: 848                                                                                          Ford: 748           Mercury: 96           Lincoln: 4            Fiat Chrysler Automobiles: 467           Dodge: 217           Plymouth: 191           Chrysler: 59            Toyota: 215

MONTPELIER, IN (July 7, 2026) — Frank Heckenast Jr. is turning up the heat on his 2026 DIRTcar Summer Nationals campaign.

Heckenast, of Frankfort, IL, led 27 of 30 laps Tuesday night at Montpelier Speedway for his second win in the last five races. His seventh career Hell Tour triumph solidified a turnaround after starting the season winless in the first 13 events and winless in six consecutive years competing in various Summer Nationals events.

“I didn’t put it in perspective how good everyone I was racing with was at the beginning of the tour,” Heckenast said. “Tanner (English) and Jason (Feger) were extremely good, and then I kind of got off of what I was doing a little. We have always been close, just not really in the hunt. So then the other night at [Red Hill Raceway], I just went right back to where we were the first night and tonight, the same thing and it’s like ‘Okay, I don’t think we slowed down at all here.’ I feel like I slowed us down a little bit there.”

Sam Seawright led the field to green with Heckenast to his outside. Early on, Seawright charged ahead and led the opening lap with Heckenast following close behind.

Heckenast was relentless on the top of the track and worked by Seawright to lead Lap 3. A caution on Lap 5 for a slow car on the front stretch gave Heckenast a clear track on the restart, and he took advantage of it over the next 25 laps.

Heckenast worked the middle of the speedway and found the speed to extend his lead to over three seconds as the laps wound down. In the end, nobody was able to challenge the driver of the No. 99JR and Heckenast cruised to the win in front of a big Indiana crowd.

“I’ve raced a while now, so I’ve seen a lot better and I’ve seen a lot worse,” Heckenast said. “It was alright in the middle there, as far as my opinion, you could have ran around the whole track and never hit a hole. You were just going to be a little bit slower.

“I was shocked going down the front stretch that the white flag was waving, I couldn’t believe it was that quick.”

Kyle Moore charged to second from eighth, Tristan Chamberlain finished third, Rich Bell was fourth, and Mitch McGrath rounded out the top five.

UP NEXT

The DIRTcar Summer Nationals heads to Michigan and Lake Odessa’s I-96 Speedway on Wednesday, July 8.

How can you watch the DIRTcar Summer Nationals if you can’t be at the track? Every race is broadcasted live on DIRTVision.

Feature (30 Laps): 1. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[2]; 2. 1*-Kyle Moore[8]; 3. 20TC-Tristan Chamberlain[4]; 4. 21B-Rich Bell[5]; 5. 74-Mitch McGrath[7]; 6. 46-Colin Shipley[18]; 7. 20B-Todd Brennan[16]; 8. 95J-Jerry Bowersock[15]; 9. 18B-Chase Burda[9]; 10. 49-Luke Morey[17]; 11. 51B-Brayden Shiels[20]; 12. 25-Jason Feger[12]; 13. 1-Wayne Chinn[21]; 14. 51-Devin Shiels[10]; 15. 07-Rylee Knoll[11]; 16. 20-Tyler Neal[14]; 17. 16S-Sam Seawright[1]; 18. 91-Rusty Schlenk[3]; 19. 30-Mark Voigt[19]; 20. 42-Chad Finley[13]; 21. LIL91-Carter Schlenk[22]; 22. 96-Tanner English[6]

Trevor Neville Earns Seventh Career Summit Modifieds Win at Montpelier

Trevor Neville continues to make the most of his momentum with the DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals, capturing his second win in the last six races.

Neville, of Mackinaw, IL, led the final 23 laps of Tuesday night’s main event Montpelier Speedway, garnering his second victory of the season and seventh of his career.

“We’ve been working hard, we put in 12 or 13 hours yesterday just making sure everything was right, the body, just everything was on point,” Neville said. “Last year we were really grinding and this year we took a little step back and just kind of looked at what was worth it. We’ve come out the gate really good here. We should have had one the other night but that was driver error, so we’ll go on from there.”

Tyler Spalding and Neville started out the 25-lap main event side-by-side around the 1/4-mile oval with Spalding leading the opening lap.

Neville continued his persistence on the outside, finding some momentum to drive around Spalding to lead on Lap 2. Neville washed high exiting Turn 4, opening the door for Spalding to get underneath Neville’s No. 777 to take the lead on Lap 3.

The first five laps saw three lead changes as Neville continued to work the cushion and drove back around Spalding to lead Lap 5.

Over the next 20 laps, Neville continued to build his advantage, pulling away from the field unchallenged enroute to career win No. 7 with the Summit Modifieds.

Spalding finished second, Dillon Nusbaum was third, Dylan Woodling was fourth, and Dalton Smith finished fifth.

UP NEXT

The DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals return to action at I-96 Speedway in Lake Odessa, MI on Wednesday, July 8.

How can you watch the Summit Modifieds? Every race is broadcasted live on DIRTVision.

Feature (25 Laps): 1. 777-Trevor Neville[2]; 2. 1TS-Tyler Spalding[1]; 3. 17N-Dillon Nusbaum[3]; 4. 3W-Dylan Woodling[7]; 5. 05-Dalton Smith[10]; 6. 24H-Steven Hogue[5]; 7. B5-Matthew Baker[22]; 8. T23-John Toppozini[15]; 9. 4M-Dustin Moore[8]; 10. 9R-Garrett Rons[13]; 11. 22T-Tony Anderson[21]; 12. T5X-Bub Roberts[20]; 13. 14-Dalton Lane[12]; 14. 21C-Drew Charlson[4]; 15. 82-Brennan Sherman[18]; 16. 5CS-Curt Spalding[9]; 17. 2-Garrett Bradley[17]; 18. 166-Travis Shoulders[14]; 19. 25L-Josh Lolmaugh[6]; 20. (DNS) 10-Brody Davis; 21. (DNS) 65-Todd Sherman; 22. (DNS) 24-Zeke McKenzie

Heckenast Jr. Dominates Montpelier for Seventh Career Summer Nationals Win

MONTPELIER, IN (July 7, 2026) — Frank Heckenast Jr. is turning up the heat on his 2026 DIRTcar Summer Nationals campaign.

Heckenast, of Frankfort, IL, led 27 of 30 laps Tuesday night at Montpelier Speedway for his second win in the last five races. His seventh career Hell Tour triumph solidified a turnaround after starting the season winless in the first 13 events and winless in six consecutive years competing in various Summer Nationals events.

“I didn’t put it in perspective how good everyone I was racing with was at the beginning of the tour,” Heckenast said. “Tanner (English) and Jason (Feger) were extremely good, and then I kind of got off of what I was doing a little. We have always been close, just not really in the hunt. So then the other night at [Red Hill Raceway], I just went right back to where we were the first night and tonight, the same thing and it’s like ‘Okay, I don’t think we slowed down at all here.’ I feel like I slowed us down a little bit there.”

Sam Seawright led the field to green with Heckenast to his outside. Early on, Seawright charged ahead and led the opening lap with Heckenast following close behind.

Heckenast was relentless on the top of the track and worked by Seawright to lead Lap 3. A caution on Lap 5 for a slow car on the front stretch gave Heckenast a clear track on the restart, and he took advantage of it over the next 25 laps.

Heckenast worked the middle of the speedway and found the speed to extend his lead to over three seconds as the laps wound down. In the end, nobody was able to challenge the driver of the No. 99JR and Heckenast cruised to the win in front of a big Indiana crowd.

“I’ve raced a while now, so I’ve seen a lot better and I’ve seen a lot worse,” Heckenast said. “It was alright in the middle there, as far as my opinion, you could have ran around the whole track and never hit a hole. You were just going to be a little bit slower.

“I was shocked going down the front stretch that the white flag was waving, I couldn’t believe it was that quick.”

Kyle Moore charged to second from eighth, Tristan Chamberlain finished third, Rich Bell was fourth, and Mitch McGrath rounded out the top five.

UP NEXT

The DIRTcar Summer Nationals heads to Michigan and Lake Odessa’s I-96 Speedway on Wednesday, July 8.

How can you watch the DIRTcar Summer Nationals if you can’t be at the track? Every race is broadcasted live on DIRTVision.

Feature (30 Laps): 1. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[2]; 2. 1*-Kyle Moore[8]; 3. 20TC-Tristan Chamberlain[4]; 4. 21B-Rich Bell[5]; 5. 74-Mitch McGrath[7]; 6. 46-Colin Shipley[18]; 7. 20B-Todd Brennan[16]; 8. 95J-Jerry Bowersock[15]; 9. 18B-Chase Burda[9]; 10. 49-Luke Morey[17]; 11. 51B-Brayden Shiels[20]; 12. 25-Jason Feger[12]; 13. 1-Wayne Chinn[21]; 14. 51-Devin Shiels[10]; 15. 07-Rylee Knoll[11]; 16. 20-Tyler Neal[14]; 17. 16S-Sam Seawright[1]; 18. 91-Rusty Schlenk[3]; 19. 30-Mark Voigt[19]; 20. 42-Chad Finley[13]; 21. LIL91-Carter Schlenk[22]; 22. 96-Tanner English[6]

Trevor Neville Earns Seventh Career Summit Modifieds Win at Montpelier

Trevor Neville continues to make the most of his momentum with the DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals, capturing his second win in the last six races.

Neville, of Mackinaw, IL, led the final 23 laps of Tuesday night’s main event Montpelier Speedway, garnering his second victory of the season and seventh of his career.

“We’ve been working hard, we put in 12 or 13 hours yesterday just making sure everything was right, the body, just everything was on point,” Neville said. “Last year we were really grinding and this year we took a little step back and just kind of looked at what was worth it. We’ve come out the gate really good here. We should have had one the other night but that was driver error, so we’ll go on from there.”

Tyler Spalding and Neville started out the 25-lap main event side-by-side around the 1/4-mile oval with Spalding leading the opening lap.

Neville continued his persistence on the outside, finding some momentum to drive around Spalding to lead on Lap 2. Neville washed high exiting Turn 4, opening the door for Spalding to get underneath Neville’s No. 777 to take the lead on Lap 3.

The first five laps saw three lead changes as Neville continued to work the cushion and drove back around Spalding to lead Lap 5.

Over the next 20 laps, Neville continued to build his advantage, pulling away from the field unchallenged enroute to career win No. 7 with the Summit Modifieds.

Spalding finished second, Dillon Nusbaum was third, Dylan Woodling was fourth, and Dalton Smith finished fifth.

UP NEXT

The DIRTcar Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals return to action at I-96 Speedway in Lake Odessa, MI on Wednesday, July 8.

How can you watch the Summit Modifieds? Every race is broadcasted live on DIRTVision.

Feature (25 Laps): 1. 777-Trevor Neville[2]; 2. 1TS-Tyler Spalding[1]; 3. 17N-Dillon Nusbaum[3]; 4. 3W-Dylan Woodling[7]; 5. 05-Dalton Smith[10]; 6. 24H-Steven Hogue[5]; 7. B5-Matthew Baker[22]; 8. T23-John Toppozini[15]; 9. 4M-Dustin Moore[8]; 10. 9R-Garrett Rons[13]; 11. 22T-Tony Anderson[21]; 12. T5X-Bub Roberts[20]; 13. 14-Dalton Lane[12]; 14. 21C-Drew Charlson[4]; 15. 82-Brennan Sherman[18]; 16. 5CS-Curt Spalding[9]; 17. 2-Garrett Bradley[17]; 18. 166-Travis Shoulders[14]; 19. 25L-Josh Lolmaugh[6]; 20. (DNS) 10-Brody Davis; 21. (DNS) 65-Todd Sherman; 22. (DNS) 24-Zeke McKenzie

ARTICLE: https://dirtcarsummernationals.com/recaps/trevor-neville-earns-seventh-career-summit-modifieds-win-at-montpelier/, https://dirtcarsummernationals.com/recaps/heckenast-jr-dominates-montpelier-for-seventh-career-summer-nationals-win/

CORNWALL, ON (July 7, 2026) – When the DIRTcar Pro Stock Series Feature at Cornwall Motor Speedway finally saw the checkered flag, after over a month of waiting, the points were turned upside down, and Bastien Caron left with the check.

The Series set the Feature lineup for Cornwall on May 31, with Jean Philippe Guay on the pole and defending Super DIRT Week champion Devon Camenga to his outside. But weather postponed the program, leaving them and the rest of the 28-car field to wait until July 7 to take the green.

When the race finally commenced on Tuesday evening, Guay drove away with the lead while Camenga’s chance of a good night evaporated off Turn 2 when he slid off track, losing six spots. He was never able to recover, eventually finishing eighth, but as the race progressed, the result proved to be a positive outcome for the driver who entered the race third in points.

Guay lost the lead to Tyler Bushey on Lap 2 and then, four laps later, like Camenga, slid off track. The mistake set him on a path that led to an issue that took him out of the race later on.

After a caution on Lap 7, Tommy Lizotte threw a slider on Bushey through Turns 3 and 4 to claim the lead. Caron, who was patiently working his way through the field from the eighth starting position – and doing so in style, carrying his left front off the ground like a Big Block Modified – then took his turn at attacking Bushey for second.

The No. 73 Pro Stock snuck by Bushey just in time for a caution on Lap 19 to bring Lizotte back within reach. When the race resumed, Caron powered past Lizotte for the lead and led a lap before the yellow flag flew again.

On the next restart, Caron almost threw away everything. He overshot Turn 2, allowing Lizotte and two more cars to get by. Unperturbed by the error, he went three-wide through Turns 3 and 4, splitting the second- and third-place cars to reclaim second and close on Lizotte.

Five laps later, while Caron and Lizotte were battling side by side for the lead, Lizotte spun in Turn 4 with the field coming at him. That included points leader Pete Stefanski, who collided with the No. 777 car and was unable to finish.

With Lizotte out of the picture, Caron found himself having to fend off Sid Harmer for the lead. Their battle lasted for a couple of laps before another caution paused the race – this time for a second incident with Jasey Casey, who entered the night second in points. Race officials also made the call to shorten the race from 50 laps to 40 at this point.

A few more cautions hindered the pace of the race, but Caron was still able to learn something from each one.

Harmer snuck under Caron and challenged for the lead on a couple of restarts, but a caution always came out before he could try to complete the pass. So, after almost losing the lead twice, Caron hugged the bottom around Turns 1 and 2, forcing Harmer to try the high line to pass him – a move that consistently worked in Caron’s favor.

The No. 73 car led the rest of the way, while Harmer, was left to battle Bushey and Burton Ward for the runner-up spot. The three drivers became the show at the finale as they waged a three-wide war around the entire 1/4-mile track on the final lap. Harmer held on to second, Ward grabbed third and Bushey finished fourth.

Caron, who entered the night fourth in Series points, 16 points behind Stefanski, survived the wild race to leave with a strong points gain, the $1,500 (CAN) check, and his second Series victory.

The free Hoosier tire went to Marc Peladeau, who finished ninth. Tech inspection included a valve spring and carburetor check.

UP NEXT
The DIRTcar Pro Stock Series continues its road to the championship finale at Super DIRT Week with a return to Mohawk International Raceway in Hogansburg, NY, on Wednesday, July 8, joining the Super DIRTcar Series.

How can you watch the DIRTcar Pro Stock Series at Mohawk? Live on DIRTVision.

RESULTS
DIRTcar Prostock Feature (50 Laps): 1. 73-Bastien Caron[8]; 2. 14R-Sid Harmer Jr[11]; 3. 28-Burton Ward[3]; 4. X15-Tyler Bushey[5]; 5. 48-Jocelyn Roy[19]; 6. 12S-Dakota Sharp[14]; 7. 72G-Denis Gauvreau[9]; 8. 110-Devon Camenga[2]; 9. 17-Marc Peladeau[21]; 10. 38JR-Justin Chaput[26]; 11. 2Z-Hugh Page[25]; 12. 9-Eric Jean Louis[23]; 13. 32-Jonathan Levesque[12]; 14. (DNF) 115-Jean Philippe Guay[1]; 15. (DNF) 57J-Jason Fetterly[16]; 16. (DNF) 324-Jason Casey[13]; 17. (DNF) 777-Tommy Lizotte[6]; 18. (DNF) 2-Pete Stefanski[7]; 19. (DNF) 57K-Kevin Fetterly Jr[17]; 20. (DNF) 71-Delbert LaGrow Jr[20]; 21. (DNF) 11A-Dave Seguin[10]; 22. (DNF) 1R-Ricky Thompson[22]; 23. (DNF) 54S-Zachary Sorrentino[4]; 24. (DNS) 6-Stephane Lebrun; 25. (DNS) 13-Kevin April; 26. (DNS) 22B-Blayne Nichols; 27. (DNS) 38S-Steve Chaput; 28. (DQ) 9JD-Jonathan Galipeau[27]

Bastien Caron Wins Wild DIRTcar Pro Stock Series Make-Up at Cornwall 

CORNWALL, ON (July 7, 2026) – When the DIRTcar Pro Stock Series Feature at Cornwall Motor Speedway finally saw the checkered flag, after over a month of waiting, the points were turned upside down, and Bastien Caron left with the check.

The Series set the Feature lineup for Cornwall on May 31, with Jean Philippe Guay on the pole and defending Super DIRT Week champion Devon Camenga to his outside. But weather postponed the program, leaving them and the rest of the 28-car field to wait until July 7 to take the green.

When the race finally commenced on Tuesday evening, Guay drove away with the lead while Camenga’s chance of a good night evaporated off Turn 2 when he slid off track, losing six spots. He was never able to recover, eventually finishing eighth, but as the race progressed, the result proved to be a positive outcome for the driver who entered the race third in points.

Guay lost the lead to Tyler Bushey on Lap 2 and then, four laps later, like Camenga, slid off track. The mistake set him on a path that led to an issue that took him out of the race later on.

After a caution on Lap 7, Tommy Lizotte threw a slider on Bushey through Turns 3 and 4 to claim the lead. Caron, who was patiently working his way through the field from the eighth starting position – and doing so in style, carrying his left front off the ground like a Big Block Modified – then took his turn at attacking Bushey for second.

The No. 73 Pro Stock snuck by Bushey just in time for a caution on Lap 19 to bring Lizotte back within reach. When the race resumed, Caron powered past Lizotte for the lead and led a lap before the yellow flag flew again.

On the next restart, Caron almost threw away everything. He overshot Turn 2, allowing Lizotte and two more cars to get by. Unperturbed by the error, he went three-wide through Turns 3 and 4, splitting the second- and third-place cars to reclaim second and close on Lizotte.

Five laps later, while Caron and Lizotte were battling side by side for the lead, Lizotte spun in Turn 4 with the field coming at him. That included points leader Pete Stefanski, who collided with the No. 777 car and was unable to finish.

With Lizotte out of the picture, Caron found himself having to fend off Sid Harmer for the lead. Their battle lasted for a couple of laps before another caution paused the race – this time for a second incident with Jasey Casey, who entered the night second in points. Race officials also made the call to shorten the race from 50 laps to 40 at this point.

A few more cautions hindered the pace of the race, but Caron was still able to learn something from each one.

Harmer snuck under Caron and challenged for the lead on a couple of restarts, but a caution always came out before he could try to complete the pass. So, after almost losing the lead twice, Caron hugged the bottom around Turns 1 and 2, forcing Harmer to try the high line to pass him – a move that consistently worked in Caron’s favor.

The No. 73 car led the rest of the way, while Harmer, was left to battle Bushey and Burton Ward for the runner-up spot. The three drivers became the show at the finale as they waged a three-wide war around the entire 1/4-mile track on the final lap. Harmer held on to second, Ward grabbed third and Bushey finished fourth.

Caron, who entered the night fourth in Series points, 16 points behind Stefanski, survived the wild race to leave with a strong points gain, the $1,500 (CAN) check, and his second Series victory.

The free Hoosier tire went to Marc Peladeau, who finished ninth. Tech inspection included a valve spring and carburetor check.

UP NEXT
The DIRTcar Pro Stock Series continues its road to the championship finale at Super DIRT Week with a return to Mohawk International Raceway in Hogansburg, NY, on Wednesday, July 8, joining the Super DIRTcar Series.

How can you watch the DIRTcar Pro Stock Series at Mohawk? Live on DIRTVision.

RESULTS
DIRTcar Prostock Feature (50 Laps): 1. 73-Bastien Caron[8]; 2. 14R-Sid Harmer Jr[11]; 3. 28-Burton Ward[3]; 4. X15-Tyler Bushey[5]; 5. 48-Jocelyn Roy[19]; 6. 12S-Dakota Sharp[14]; 7. 72G-Denis Gauvreau[9]; 8. 110-Devon Camenga[2]; 9. 17-Marc Peladeau[21]; 10. 38JR-Justin Chaput[26]; 11. 2Z-Hugh Page[25]; 12. 9-Eric Jean Louis[23]; 13. 32-Jonathan Levesque[12]; 14. (DNF) 115-Jean Philippe Guay[1]; 15. (DNF) 57J-Jason Fetterly[16]; 16. (DNF) 324-Jason Casey[13]; 17. (DNF) 777-Tommy Lizotte[6]; 18. (DNF) 2-Pete Stefanski[7]; 19. (DNF) 57K-Kevin Fetterly Jr[17]; 20. (DNF) 71-Delbert LaGrow Jr[20]; 21. (DNF) 11A-Dave Seguin[10]; 22. (DNF) 1R-Ricky Thompson[22]; 23. (DNF) 54S-Zachary Sorrentino[4]; 24. (DNS) 6-Stephane Lebrun; 25. (DNS) 13-Kevin April; 26. (DNS) 22B-Blayne Nichols; 27. (DNS) 38S-Steve Chaput; 28. (DQ) 9JD-Jonathan Galipeau[27]

ARTICLE: https://dirtcar.com/dirtcar-northeast/bastien-caron-wins-wild-dirtcar-pro-stock-series-make-up-at-cornwall/

 BATESVILLE, AR (July 7, 2026) — The home state of the American Sprint Car Series returns to stir the championship hunt with a two-day swing in the heart of Summer. 

The ASCS National Tour visit to Arkansas will begin at Batesville Motor Speedway on Friday, July 10, to make up for a postponement from the previous month. After the battle at the 3/8-mile dirt oval, the Series heads to the state line on Saturday as Texarkana 67 Speedway hosts the Ralph Henson Memorial on July 11. 

Tickets for Batesville will be available at the track on Friday, while you can purchase tickets for Texarkana online. Hot Laps at Batesville will begin at 7:30 p.m CT, and Texarkana will start at 7 p.m on Saturday. 

BATESVILLE INFO 

TEXARKANA TICKETS 

WATCH ON DIRTVISION 

Here are the top storylines to look for: 

Razorback Heritage – The American Sprint Car Series owes much of its history to “The Natural State” by helping Emmett Hahn’s vision come to life at Little Rock, AR’s I-30 Speedway on May 15, 1993. 

In the 35th season of ASCS racing, Arkansas will see the National Tour visit twice in 2026 with the Batesville and Texarkana doubleheader, then Riverside International Speedway is slated for racing with King of the Ditch II on August 22. 

On Saturday, Texarkana will honor the life of Ralph Henson, a Little Rock native who raced motorcycles and Sprint Cars around the state until his passing in 2007. Originally held on the same weekend as the Short Track Nationals at I-30 Speedway beginning in 2008, the event was moved to Texarkana after I-30 closed in 2022 and has remained an ASCS staple event. 

Sweeping Belleville – Sam Hafertepe Jr. silenced the questions about when his first American Sprint Car Series Feature win was going to arrive in 2026 with a dominating weekend in The Big One at Belleville High Banks. 

The Sunnyvale, TX native had a perfect run on both Friday and Saturday by leading a combined 40 laps between the night’s Features to leave the month of June with a $14,000 deposit and an even score of 90 in career Series wins. 

The pilot of the Hill’s Racing Team No. 15H extended the points lead to 52 over Matt Covington as he seeks a first win at Batesville with previous National Tour finishes of second and fifth. At Texarkana, he’s gunning for a third-straight National Tour win with victories the past two years. 

Knocking Podiums – Matt Covington is looking for his second win of the season since he last parked in Victory Lane at Central Arizona Raceway. 

That hasn’t stopped him from placing the Triple X Chassis No. 95 on the podium, finishing within the top three in four of the past five Features. 

While the deficit to Hafertepe has widened, the Glenpool, OK driver looks to the Arkansas weekend as a chance to swing momentum in his direction. He’s never finished outside of the top-10 at Batesville with a career-high of third in 2024. Covington won at Texarkana in 2012 with the former ASCS Lone Star Region and has finished on the podium at the track in the last two National Tour visits. 

Making Moves – The halfway mark of the 2026 American Sprint Car Series approaches as the full-time competitors seek to improve their place inside the championship’s top-10. 

While Whit Gastineau finished seventh on Friday and a runner-up on Saturday at Belleville, Kyler Johnson’s finishes of 12th and ninth, respectively, moved the Moore, OK native ahead by 39 points for fourth place. 

Between sixth and ninth place in the rundown stands a 26-point difference that includes Ryder LaPlante, Brogan Carder, Austyn Gossel, and Terry Easum. Easum has the best finish at Batesville of the four drivers with a sixth-place run from 2025, while Gossel has the highest result at Texarkana with an eighth in 2024. 

THIS WEEKEND AT A GLANCE 

WHEN AND WHERE 

Friday, July 10, at Batesville Motor Speedway in Batesville, AR 

Saturday, July 11, at Texarkana 67 Speedway in Texarkana, AR 

AROUND THE CORNER 

Saturday, July 25, at Dodge City Raceway Park in Dodge City, KS 

CURRENT TOP-10 STANDINGS 

1. Sam Hafertepe Jr. (1457pts)
2. Matt Covington (-52)
3. Seth Bergman (-68)
4. Whit Gastineau (-205)
5. Kyler Johnson (-244)
6. Ryder LaPlante (-364)
7. Brogan Carder (-370)
8. Austyn Gossel (-386)
9. Terry Easum (-390)
10. Cole Schroeder (-419)

FEATURE WINNERS (9 Drivers) 

2 wins – Sam Hafertepe Jr., Seth Bergman, Justin Peck, Tyler Courtney 

1 win – Blake Hahn, Chris Martin, Brady Bacon, Levi Hillier, Matt Covington 

FEATURE LAPS LED (16 Drivers) 

52 laps – Justin Peck 

43 laps – Sam Hafertepe Jr. 

30 laps – Levi Hillier, Blake Hahn 

22 laps – Chris Martin 

21 laps – Austin McCarl 

20 laps – Seth Bergman 

19 laps – Matt Covington 

18 laps – Brady Bacon 

16 laps – Cameron Martin 

13 laps – Brian Brown 

10 laps – Kyler Johnson 

9 laps – Whit Gastineau 

7 laps – Cole Macedo 

6 laps – Tyler Courtney 

3 laps – Sean McClelland 

QUICK TIME AWARDS (7 Drivers) 

6 awards – Sam Hafertepe Jr 

1 award – Seth Bergman, Howard Moore, Chris Martin, Levi Hillier, Kyler Johnson, Matt Covington 

HEAT RACE WINNERS (23 Drivers) 

5 wins – Matt Covington 

4 wins – Seth Bergman 

3 wins – Sam Hafertepe Jr, Whit Gastineau, Garrett Benson 

2 wins – Chris Martin, Justin Peck 

1 win – Jordan Mallett, Sean McClelland, Cam Martin, Brady Bacon, Tyler Clem, Emerson Axsom, Brian Brown, Cole Macedo, Garen Linder, Colby Copeland, Nick Parker, Hank Davis, Ryder Laplante, JJ Hickle, Kyler Johnson, Alex Hill, Jeremy Campbell, Blake Hahn, Kade Morton, Alex Sewell 

DASH STARTS (34 Drivers) 

11 starts – Sam Hafertepe Jr 

9 starts – Matt Covington 

6 starts – Kyler Johnson, Seth Bergman, Whit Gastineau 

4 starts – Levi Hillier 

3 starts – Chris Martin, Tyler Courtney, Brian Brown, Justin Peck 

2 starts – Camerson Martin, Emerson Axsom, Austin McCarl, Brady Bacon, Davie Franek, Garrett Benson 

1 start – Jordan Mallett, Howard Moore, Paul Solomon, Brock Zearfoss, Cole Macedo, Tyler Clem, Hank Davis, Ryder Laplante, Nick Parker, Colby Copeland, Garen Linder, JJ Hickle, Alex Hill, Blake Hahn, Alex Sewell, Kade Morton, Jeremy Campbell, Bryant Wiedeman 

SMITH TITANIUM LAST CHANCE SHOWDOWN WINNERS (7 Drivers) 

2 wins – Braxton Weger 

1 win – DJ Christie, Matt Covington, Tyler Clem, Whit Gastineau, Sterling Cling, Gage Montgomery 

HARD CHARGER AWARDS (11 Drivers) 

2 awards – Whit Gastineau 

1 award – Seth Bergman, Ryder Laplante, Brady Bacon, Cole Macedo, Sam Hafertepe Jr., DJ Netto, Brogan Carder, Joe B. Miller, Bradley Fezard, Hayden Mabe, Jack Thomas 

PODIUM FINISHES (18 Drivers) 

7 podiums – Sam Hafertepe Jr. 

6 podiums – Matt Covington 

3 podiums – Justin Peck, Seth Bergman 

2 podiums – Tyler Courtney, Brady Bacon, Austin McCarl, Levi Hillier, Whit Gastineau 

1 podium – Cole Macedo, Emerson Axsom, Brock Zearfoss, Kyler Johnson, JJ Hickle, Jordan Mallett, Chris Martin, Blake Hahn, Alex Sewell, Garrett Benson 

2026 AMERICAN SPRINT CAR SERIES SCHEDULE + WINNERS 

Date / Track / City, State / Winner (Total Wins) 

1. Thu, Jan. 29 / Volusia Speedway Park /Barberville, FL / Tyler Courtney
2. Fri, Jan. 30 / Volusia Speedway Park /Barberville, FL / Tyler Courtney (2)
3. Mon, Feb. 2 / Volusia Speedway Park /Barberville, FL / Brady Bacon
4. Sat, Feb. 21 / Central Arizona Raceway / Casa Grande, AZ / Justin Peck
5. Sun, Feb. 21 / Central Arizona Raceway / Casa Grande, AZ / Matt Covington
6. Sat, Feb. 28 / Central Arizona Raceway / Casa Grande, AZ / Justin Peck (2)
7. Sun, Mar. 1 / Central Arizona Raceway / Casa Grande, AZ / Levi Hillier
8. Sat, Apr. 11 / Salina Highbanks Speedway / Salina, OK / Chris Martin 
9. Fri, May 8 / Benton Speedway / Benton, MO / Seth Bergman
10. Fri, June 5 / Creek County Speedway / Sapulpa, OK / Blake Hahn
11. Sat, June 6 / 81 Speedway / Park City, KS / Seth Bergman (2)
12. Fri, June 26 / Belleville High Banks / Belleville, KS / Sam Hafertepe Jr.
13. Sat, June 27 / Belleville High Banks / Belleville, KS / Sam Hafertepe Jr. (2)

WHAT TO WATCH FOR: American Sprint Car Series Points Battles Intensify Ahead of Arkansas Doubleheader  BATESVILLE, AR (July 7, 2026) — The home state of the American Sprint Car Series returns to stir the championship hunt with a two-day swing in the heart of Summer. 

The ASCS National Tour visit to Arkansas will begin at Batesville Motor Speedway on Friday, July 10, to make up for a postponement from the previous month. After the battle at the 3/8-mile dirt oval, the Series heads to the state line on Saturday as Texarkana 67 Speedway hosts the Ralph Henson Memorial on July 11. 

Tickets for Batesville will be available at the track on Friday, while you can purchase tickets for Texarkana online. Hot Laps at Batesville will begin at 7:30 p.m CT, and Texarkana will start at 7 p.m on Saturday. 

BATESVILLE INFO 

TEXARKANA TICKETS 

WATCH ON DIRTVISION 

Here are the top storylines to look for: 

Razorback Heritage – The American Sprint Car Series owes much of its history to “The Natural State” by helping Emmett Hahn’s vision come to life at Little Rock, AR’s I-30 Speedway on May 15, 1993. 

In the 35th season of ASCS racing, Arkansas will see the National Tour visit twice in 2026 with the Batesville and Texarkana doubleheader, then Riverside International Speedway is slated for racing with King of the Ditch II on August 22. 

On Saturday, Texarkana will honor the life of Ralph Henson, a Little Rock native who raced motorcycles and Sprint Cars around the state until his passing in 2007. Originally held on the same weekend as the Short Track Nationals at I-30 Speedway beginning in 2008, the event was moved to Texarkana after I-30 closed in 2022 and has remained an ASCS staple event. 

Sweeping Belleville – Sam Hafertepe Jr. silenced the questions about when his first American Sprint Car Series Feature win was going to arrive in 2026 with a dominating weekend in The Big One at Belleville High Banks. 

The Sunnyvale, TX native had a perfect run on both Friday and Saturday by leading a combined 40 laps between the night’s Features to leave the month of June with a $14,000 deposit and an even score of 90 in career Series wins. 

The pilot of the Hill’s Racing Team No. 15H extended the points lead to 52 over Matt Covington as he seeks a first win at Batesville with previous National Tour finishes of second and fifth. At Texarkana, he’s gunning for a third-straight National Tour win with victories the past two years. 

Knocking Podiums – Matt Covington is looking for his second win of the season since he last parked in Victory Lane at Central Arizona Raceway. 

That hasn’t stopped him from placing the Triple X Chassis No. 95 on the podium, finishing within the top three in four of the past five Features. 

While the deficit to Hafertepe has widened, the Glenpool, OK driver looks to the Arkansas weekend as a chance to swing momentum in his direction. He’s never finished outside of the top-10 at Batesville with a career-high of third in 2024. Covington won at Texarkana in 2012 with the former ASCS Lone Star Region and has finished on the podium at the track in the last two National Tour visits. 

Making Moves – The halfway mark of the 2026 American Sprint Car Series approaches as the full-time competitors seek to improve their place inside the championship’s top-10. 

While Whit Gastineau finished seventh on Friday and a runner-up on Saturday at Belleville, Kyler Johnson’s finishes of 12th and ninth, respectively, moved the Moore, OK native ahead by 39 points for fourth place. 

Between sixth and ninth place in the rundown stands a 26-point difference that includes Ryder LaPlante, Brogan Carder, Austyn Gossel, and Terry Easum. Easum has the best finish at Batesville of the four drivers with a sixth-place run from 2025, while Gossel has the highest result at Texarkana with an eighth in 2024. 

THIS WEEKEND AT A GLANCE 

WHEN AND WHERE 

Friday, July 10, at Batesville Motor Speedway in Batesville, AR 

Saturday, July 11, at Texarkana 67 Speedway in Texarkana, AR 

AROUND THE CORNER 

Saturday, July 25, at Dodge City Raceway Park in Dodge City, KS 

CURRENT TOP-10 STANDINGS 

1. Sam Hafertepe Jr. (1457pts)
2. Matt Covington (-52)
3. Seth Bergman (-68)
4. Whit Gastineau (-205)
5. Kyler Johnson (-244)
6. Ryder LaPlante (-364)
7. Brogan Carder (-370)
8. Austyn Gossel (-386)
9. Terry Easum (-390)
10. Cole Schroeder (-419)

FEATURE WINNERS (9 Drivers) 

2 wins – Sam Hafertepe Jr., Seth Bergman, Justin Peck, Tyler Courtney 

1 win – Blake Hahn, Chris Martin, Brady Bacon, Levi Hillier, Matt Covington 

FEATURE LAPS LED (16 Drivers) 

52 laps – Justin Peck 

43 laps – Sam Hafertepe Jr. 

30 laps – Levi Hillier, Blake Hahn 

22 laps – Chris Martin 

21 laps – Austin McCarl 

20 laps – Seth Bergman 

19 laps – Matt Covington 

18 laps – Brady Bacon 

16 laps – Cameron Martin 

13 laps – Brian Brown 

10 laps – Kyler Johnson 

9 laps – Whit Gastineau 

7 laps – Cole Macedo 

6 laps – Tyler Courtney 

3 laps – Sean McClelland 

QUICK TIME AWARDS (7 Drivers) 

6 awards – Sam Hafertepe Jr 

1 award – Seth Bergman, Howard Moore, Chris Martin, Levi Hillier, Kyler Johnson, Matt Covington 

HEAT RACE WINNERS (23 Drivers) 

5 wins – Matt Covington 

4 wins – Seth Bergman 

3 wins – Sam Hafertepe Jr, Whit Gastineau, Garrett Benson 

2 wins – Chris Martin, Justin Peck 

1 win – Jordan Mallett, Sean McClelland, Cam Martin, Brady Bacon, Tyler Clem, Emerson Axsom, Brian Brown, Cole Macedo, Garen Linder, Colby Copeland, Nick Parker, Hank Davis, Ryder Laplante, JJ Hickle, Kyler Johnson, Alex Hill, Jeremy Campbell, Blake Hahn, Kade Morton, Alex Sewell 

DASH STARTS (34 Drivers) 

11 starts – Sam Hafertepe Jr 

9 starts – Matt Covington 

6 starts – Kyler Johnson, Seth Bergman, Whit Gastineau 

4 starts – Levi Hillier 

3 starts – Chris Martin, Tyler Courtney, Brian Brown, Justin Peck 

2 starts – Camerson Martin, Emerson Axsom, Austin McCarl, Brady Bacon, Davie Franek, Garrett Benson 

1 start – Jordan Mallett, Howard Moore, Paul Solomon, Brock Zearfoss, Cole Macedo, Tyler Clem, Hank Davis, Ryder Laplante, Nick Parker, Colby Copeland, Garen Linder, JJ Hickle, Alex Hill, Blake Hahn, Alex Sewell, Kade Morton, Jeremy Campbell, Bryant Wiedeman 

SMITH TITANIUM LAST CHANCE SHOWDOWN WINNERS (7 Drivers) 

2 wins – Braxton Weger 

1 win – DJ Christie, Matt Covington, Tyler Clem, Whit Gastineau, Sterling Cling, Gage Montgomery 

HARD CHARGER AWARDS (11 Drivers) 

2 awards – Whit Gastineau 

1 award – Seth Bergman, Ryder Laplante, Brady Bacon, Cole Macedo, Sam Hafertepe Jr., DJ Netto, Brogan Carder, Joe B. Miller, Bradley Fezard, Hayden Mabe, Jack Thomas 

PODIUM FINISHES (18 Drivers) 

7 podiums – Sam Hafertepe Jr. 

6 podiums – Matt Covington 

3 podiums – Justin Peck, Seth Bergman 

2 podiums – Tyler Courtney, Brady Bacon, Austin McCarl, Levi Hillier, Whit Gastineau 

1 podium – Cole Macedo, Emerson Axsom, Brock Zearfoss, Kyler Johnson, JJ Hickle, Jordan Mallett, Chris Martin, Blake Hahn, Alex Sewell, Garrett Benson 

2026 AMERICAN SPRINT CAR SERIES SCHEDULE + WINNERS 

Date / Track / City, State / Winner (Total Wins) 

1. Thu, Jan. 29 / Volusia Speedway Park /Barberville, FL / Tyler Courtney
2. Fri, Jan. 30 / Volusia Speedway Park /Barberville, FL / Tyler Courtney (2)
3. Mon, Feb. 2 / Volusia Speedway Park /Barberville, FL / Brady Bacon
4. Sat, Feb. 21 / Central Arizona Raceway / Casa Grande, AZ / Justin Peck
5. Sun, Feb. 21 / Central Arizona Raceway / Casa Grande, AZ / Matt Covington
6. Sat, Feb. 28 / Central Arizona Raceway / Casa Grande, AZ / Justin Peck (2)
7. Sun, Mar. 1 / Central Arizona Raceway / Casa Grande, AZ / Levi Hillier
8. Sat, Apr. 11 / Salina Highbanks Speedway / Salina, OK / Chris Martin 
9. Fri, May 8 / Benton Speedway / Benton, MO / Seth Bergman
10. Fri, June 5 / Creek County Speedway / Sapulpa, OK / Blake Hahn
11. Sat, June 6 / 81 Speedway / Park City, KS / Seth Bergman (2)
12. Fri, June 26 / Belleville High Banks / Belleville, KS / Sam Hafertepe Jr.
13. Sat, June 27 / Belleville High Banks / Belleville, KS / Sam Hafertepe Jr. (2)

ARTICLE:https://ascsracing.com/what-to-watch-for/what-to-watch-for-american-sprint-car-series-points-battles-intensify-ahead-of-arkansas-doubleheader/

CONCORD, NC (July 7, 2026) – Zack Mitchell has reached a deal with G.R. Smith Motorsports to become the new driver of the No. 22* on tour with the World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision.

The new pairing will debut on Wednesday night at Stateline Speedway, with plans to continue through the remainder of the 2026 season and beyond.

The move comes after Drake Troutman‘s departure from the team on June 23. Smith partnered with Jake Timm for four races in Minnesota and North Dakota to continue earning owners points while the team evaluated its long-term future. G.R. Smith Motorsports sits sixth in the owners standings entering Stateline, four points behind Cooney Motorsports in fifth.

“First and foremost, I want to thank Jake Timm for stepping in and taking that role and getting us through the northern swing,” Smith said. “I got to know him a lot better over the last two weeks. Great kid, great people, I told him that I’d like to help him out in the future. Just the proximity of Minnesota to North Carolina is a long distance, and getting the equipment primarily back to North Carolina, it was important for me to run out of our shop.

“[Mitchell] is the best kept secret that the national level doesn’t know about. He’s the guy to beat in [the southeast], right? If you get Zack in the south, if you look at his stats per starts, he’s a true wheel man. To be in a situation at this time of year and to have a talent like Zack available, it got me excited to go racing again. I have a lot of respect for Zack. I’ve gotten to follow his racing career closer than most people on the national level just because of where we live. Finished second to him many a time, wishing that he was somewhere else racing when I was a driver and finishing second to him. He’s definitely a talented shoe, and I think he’s ready at this stage of his life to tackle a World of Outlaws national tour.”

One of the top regional racers in the Carolinas in recent seasons, Mitchell is getting his first chance to compete full-time at the national level as part of Smith’s operation. The Enoree, SC driver is a four-time Ultimate Super Late Model Series champion, the 2017 champion of the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series, and he was in contention for the 2026 Hunt the Front Super Dirt Series title prior to partnering with Smith to go World of Outlaws racing.

“I gave [Smith] a call, and you know, we talked for about an hour and a half,” Mitchell said. “Kind of what he was looking for, kind of what I was looking for. We just came to an agreement that we think this would be a a pretty good deal. He put all his eggs in the basket and so did I. It came together really quick, and I’m just really thankful for this opportunity.”

Mitchell’s first week as the driver of the No. 22* will take him to Stateline Speedway (Wednesday, July 8) and Sharon Speedway (Friday-Saturday, July 10-11). To find tickets and more information for both events, click here.

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Zack Mitchell Joining G.R. Smith Motorsports Full-Time With World of Outlaws

CONCORD, NC (July 7, 2026) – Zack Mitchell has reached a deal with G.R. Smith Motorsports to become the new driver of the No. 22* on tour with the World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision.

The new pairing will debut on Wednesday night at Stateline Speedway, with plans to continue through the remainder of the 2026 season and beyond.

The move comes after Drake Troutman‘s departure from the team on June 23. Smith partnered with Jake Timm for four races in Minnesota and North Dakota to continue earning owners points while the team evaluated its long-term future. G.R. Smith Motorsports sits sixth in the owners standings entering Stateline, four points behind Cooney Motorsports in fifth.

“First and foremost, I want to thank Jake Timm for stepping in and taking that role and getting us through the northern swing,” Smith said. “I got to know him a lot better over the last two weeks. Great kid, great people, I told him that I’d like to help him out in the future. Just the proximity of Minnesota to North Carolina is a long distance, and getting the equipment primarily back to North Carolina, it was important for me to run out of our shop.

“[Mitchell] is the best kept secret that the national level doesn’t know about. He’s the guy to beat in [the southeast], right? If you get Zack in the south, if you look at his stats per starts, he’s a true wheel man. To be in a situation at this time of year and to have a talent like Zack available, it got me excited to go racing again. I have a lot of respect for Zack. I’ve gotten to follow his racing career closer than most people on the national level just because of where we live. Finished second to him many a time, wishing that he was somewhere else racing when I was a driver and finishing second to him. He’s definitely a talented shoe, and I think he’s ready at this stage of his life to tackle a World of Outlaws national tour.”

One of the top regional racers in the Carolinas in recent seasons, Mitchell is getting his first chance to compete full-time at the national level as part of Smith’s operation. The Enoree, SC driver is a four-time Ultimate Super Late Model Series champion, the 2017 champion of the Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series, and he was in contention for the 2026 Hunt the Front Super Dirt Series title prior to partnering with Smith to go World of Outlaws racing.

“I gave [Smith] a call, and you know, we talked for about an hour and a half,” Mitchell said. “Kind of what he was looking for, kind of what I was looking for. We just came to an agreement that we think this would be a a pretty good deal. He put all his eggs in the basket and so did I. It came together really quick, and I’m just really thankful for this opportunity.”

Mitchell’s first week as the driver of the No. 22* will take him to Stateline Speedway (Wednesday, July 8) and Sharon Speedway (Friday-Saturday, July 10-11). To find tickets and more information for both events, click here.

Want to watch the World of Outlaws? Stream every race live on DIRTVision.

ARTICLE: https://worldofoutlaws.com/latemodels/zack-mitchell-joining-g-r-smith-motorsports-full-time-with-world-of-outlaws/

HARTFORD, MI (July 7, 2026) – It’s a good time to be a fan of the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series.

After a week off to celebrate the Fourth of July, the busiest stretch of the year is about to begin and serve up 13 races in 24 days that takes the tour to eight tracks in five states and one Canadian province. Throw in the fact that the NOS Energy Drink Knoxville Nationals presented by Casey’s follows this upcoming blitz of racing, and there’s never been a better time to have a DIRTVision subscription.

It all begins with a trio of races this week. First up is the Series’ long-awaited return to Michigan with Hartford Speedway’s Pure Michigan Showdown on Thursday, July 9. The stop will mark The Greatest Show on Dirt’s first time in the “Great Lakes State” since 2019.

Then it’s around the southern rim of Lake Michigan and up into Wisconsin for a full weekend in “America’s Dairyland”. The O’Reilly Auto Parts presents the Larry Hillerud Memorial sends the World of Outlaws to Wilmot Raceway on Friday-Saturday, July 10-11.

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Let’s look at the top stories heading into the busy stretch:

MICHIGAN MAN

The latest chapters of World of Outlaws history in Michigan point to David Gravel being the man to beat on Thursday.

The last two trips to Hartford have belonged to the two-time and defending Series champion. It hasn’t mattered what car he’s been in. First was 2017 when he took the CJB Motorsports No. 5 to Victory Lane. Then came a 2019 triumph aboard the Jason Johnson Racing No. 41. He’ll look to make it three straight wins in three different cars this week as he returns in the Big Game Motorsports No. 2.

Gravel currently sits atop the standings by 86 markers during his quest for a third consecutive championship. He’s bagged seven wins and leads the Series in podiums (16), top fives (22), and top 10s (29).

ONE MORE IN WISCONSIN

The Wilmot weekend signals the last chance for Wisconsin fans to see Bill Balog on home turf this season. Two of his three podiums this seeing have come in the “Badger State,” and he’ll look to stand atop the podium for the first time in 2026 as the tour makes its final Wisconsin visit.

The numbers say Balog should be in the running for a checkered flag. He’s topped 21 Interstate Racing Association (IRA) Features at Wilmot, most recently driving from sixth to victory in 2023. The closest he’s come to beating the World of Outlaws at the 1/3 mile is a sixth-place effort last season.

Balog has 11 top 10s in 28 starts this year and sits 11th in points with Spencer Bayston 16 markers ahead in the final top 10 position.

WILMOT WINNERS

Balog won’t be the only competitor to keep an eye on at Wilmot.

Comparable to his Hartford success, David Gravel has been a force at Wilmot no matter what car he shows up in. The Watertown, CT native won there with Roth Motorsports in 2014 before topping two more (2016 and 2017) with CJB Motorsports. He made it four wins in three cars with a 2020 trip to Victory Lane in the Jason Johnson Racing No. 41. Gravel is the Series winningest driver at Wilmot through 14 visits.

Carson Macedo could tie or pass Gravel with a weekend sweep of the Larry Hillerud Memorial. He and JJR claimed a trio in a row at Wilmot from 2022 through 2024, joining Gravel as the only other driver to top three straight. The Lemoore, CA native is currently tied for the runner-up spot in points.

Donny Schatz is a two-time Wilmot winner. The 10-time World of Outlaws titlist took the Tony Stewart/Curb-Agajanian Racing ride to the podium’s top step in 2019 and 2024. He’s also been remarkably consistent with a 4.43 average finish in 14 tries and no results outside the top 10.

Michael “Buddy” Kofoid was the most recent to add his name to the list of Wilmot victors. He started first and finished there a year ago. Kofoid and the Roth Motorsports crew are tied with Macedo and JJR for second in the standings and looking to erase Gravel’s 86-point advantage.

CONTINUING THE CLIMB

When the World of Outlaws was last in action, Sheldon Haudenschild reached 50 career victories, but the all-time win list isn’t the only climb he aims to continue as the season resumes this week.

As recently as early June, Haudenschild was 194 points behind championship leader David Gravel. But a recent stretch of unmatched consistency has moved the KCP Racing/NOS Energy Drink No. 18 to fourth in points and slashed that gap down to 130. Haudenschild hasn’t finished worse than seventh in the last 14 Series events. He’s won three times and been in the top two in eight of those races. If this kind of speed continues, Haudenschild could be in the running for his first championship by the time the tour rolls into The Dirt Track at Charlotte for World of Outlaws World Finals (Nov. 4-7).

Looking ahead to this weekend, Haudenschild is a former Hartford winner with the All Star Circuit of Champions (2016). His three World of Outlaws tries there have yielded a pair of top 10s. He’s yet to win at Wilmot but never been outside the top 10 in 14 tries and landed on the podium four times.

WHAT BREAK?

While many World of Outlaws drivers opted to relax during the week off, a few decided to keep doing what they know best – race Sprint Cars.

Logan Schuchart was the busiest of the bunch. The Hanover, PA native returned home for a trio of PA Speedweek races. He wheeled the Shark Racing No. 1S from 13th to fourth at Lincoln Speedway, 21st to 14th at Hagerstown Speedway, and sixth to third at Williams Grove Speedway. Now, he’s ready to get back to business with The Greatest Show on Dirt, where he currently sits fifth in points.

Carson Macedo and the Jason Johnson Racing team joined Schuchart for Lincoln’s Steve Smith Tribute Race. They picked up a sixth-place finish to pocket a solid $6,519 payday. Macedo and Schuchart will both return to Pennsylvania at the end of the month for a trio of battles with the PA Posse at BAPS Motor Speedway (July 29) and Williams Grove Speedway (July 31-Aug. 1).

Garet Williamson and Fischer Motorsports opted to get another NOS Energy Drink Knoxville Nationals presented by Casey’s (Aug. 12-15) tune-up by attending Knoxville Raceway’s weekly program. Williamson led laps before a podium finish.

The off-week track time wasn’t limited to drivers on the tour. Team owner Bill Rose got behind the wheel of a USAC Silver Crown car for Terre Haute Action Track’s Sumar Classic and finished an impressive sixth after starting 18th. Rose gets back to owner and crew chief duties for Kevin Gobrecht Rookie of the Year presented by Five Star Bodies contender Kasey Jedrzejek this week.

THIS WEEKEND AT A GLANCE

WHEN AND WHERE 
Thursday, July 9 at Hartford Speedway in Hartford, MI
Friday-Saturday, July 10-11 at Wilmot Raceway in Wilmot, WI

AROUND THE TURN
Tuesday, July 14 at Attica Raceway Park in Attica, OH (TICKETS)
Friday-Saturday, July 17-18 at Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, OH (TICKETS) 

CURRENT CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS (34/82 Races):
1. David Gravel – Big Game Motorsports No. 2 (4540 PTS)
2. Michael Kofoid – Roth Motorsports No. 83 (-86 PTS)
3. Carson Macedo – Jason Johnson Racing No. 41 (-86 PTS)
4. Sheldon Haudenschild – KCP Racing No. 18 (-130 PTS)
5. Logan Schuchart – Shark Racing No. 1S (-246 PTS)
6. Donny Schatz – CJB Motorsports No. 15 (-260 PTS)
7. Garet Williamson – Fischer Motorsports No. 23 (-436 PTS)
8. Cole Macedo – TwoC Racing No. 2C (-474 PTS)
9. Chris Windom – Sides Motorsports No. 7S (-552 PTS)
10. Spencer Bayston – Stenhouse Jr./Marshall Racing No. 17 (-594 PTS)

NOS ENERGY DRINK FEATURE WINNERS (14 Drivers):
8 Wins – Michael Kofoid
7 Wins – David Gravel
4 Wins – Carson Macedo, Sheldon Haudenschild
2 Wins – Anthony Macri
1 Win – Spencer Bayston, Donny Schatz, Tyler Courtney, Brad Sweet, Kasey Kahne, Rico Abreu, Logan Schuchart, Aaron Reutzel, Brent Marks

FEATURE LAPS LED (25 Drivers):
249 Laps Led – David Gravel
222 Laps Led – Michael Kofoid
81 Laps Led – Carson Macedo
50 Laps Led – Logan Schuchart
44 Laps Led – Bill Balog
41 Laps Led – Sheldon Haudenschild
40 Laps Led – Anthony Macri, Aaron Reutzel
37 Laps Led – Tyler Courtney
35 Laps Led – Donny Schatz
33 Laps Led – Brady Bacon, Rico Abreu
28 Laps Led – Ryan Timms, Garet Williamson
25 Laps Led – Brad Sweet, Kasey Kahne
21 Laps Led – Kasey Jedrzejek
17 Laps Led – Spencer Bayston
15 Laps Led – Christopher Thram
11 Laps Led – Giovanni Scelzi, Emerson Axsom
10 Laps Led – Cole Macedo
7 Laps Led – Brian Brown
6 Laps Led – Brock Zearfoss
3 Laps Led – Brent MarksPODIUM FINISHES (27 Drivers):
16 Podiums – David Gravel
15 Podiums – Michael Kofoid
12 Podiums – Carson Macedo, Sheldon Haudenschild
6 Podiums – Donny Schatz
4 Podiums – Ryan Timms
3 Podiums – Anthony Macri, Spencer Bayston, Rico Abreu, Logan Schuchart, Bill Balog, Garet Williamson
2 Podiums – Brady Bacon, Cole Macedo, Aaron Reutzel, Tyler Courtney
1 Podium – Ashton Torgerson, Scott Bogucki, Emerson Axsom, Brad Sweet, Chase Dietz, Kasey Kahne, Justin Whittall, Troy Wagaman Jr., Giovanni Scelzi, Kasey Jedrzejek, Brent Marks

SIMPSON PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS QUICKTIME AWARDS (15 Drivers):
13 Quick Times – David Gravel
4 Quick Times – Sheldon Haudenschild
3 Quick Times – Logan Schuchart
1 Quick Time – Ashton Torgerson, Kasey Jedrzejek, Brady Bacon, Will Armitage, Michael Kofoid, J.J. Hickle, Brian Brown, Danny Dietrich, Rico Abreu, Aaron Reutzel, Bill Balog, Justin Henderson

HEAT RACE WINNERS (42 Drivers):
20 Heat Wins – David Gravel
16 Heat Wins – Sheldon Haudenschild
9 Heat Wins – Bill Balog
8 Heat Wins – Carson Macedo, Michael Kofoid 
7 Heat Wins – Logan Schuchart
6 Heat Wins – Donny Schatz
4 Heat Wins – Cole Macedo, Rico Abreu, Emerson Axsom
3 Heat Wins – Ashton Torgerson, Kasey Jedrzejek, Aaron Reutzel, Giovanni Scelzi
2 Heat Wins – Anthony Macri, Chase Dietz, Kasey Kahne, Spencer Bayston, Brent Marks, Austin McCarl, Jacob Hughes, Kerry Madsen, Ryan Timms
1 Heat Win – Justin Peck, Tanner Holmes, Scotty Thiel, Will Armitage, Rees Moran, Tyler Courtney, Brian Brown, Danny Dietrich, Justin Whittall, Chad Trout, Joel Myers Jr., Andy Pake, Garet Williamson, Sam Henderson, Dayne Kingshott, Christopher Thram, Daison Pursley, Terry McCarl, Kelby Watt

TOYOTA DASH APPEARANCES (56 Drivers):
24 Dashes – Sheldon Haudenschild
23 Dashes – David Gravel
17 Dashes – Michael Kofoid
11 Dashes – Carson Macedo, Bill Balog
9 Dashes – Garet Williamson
7 Dashes – Ashton Torgerson, Donny Schatz, Cole Macedo, Logan Schuchart, Emerson Axsom
6 Dashes – Kasey Jedrzejek
5 Dashes – Rico Abreu, Aaron Reutzel
4 Dashes – Anthony Macri, Ryan Timms, Spencer Bayston, Brent Marks
3 Dashes – Kerry Madsen, Chase Dietz, Tanner Holmes, Brian Brown, Justin Henderson, Chris Windom
2 Dashes – Scotty Thiel, Kasey Kahne, Troy Wagaman Jr., Brady Bacon, Will Armitage, J.J. Hickle, Austin McCarl, Joe B. Miller, Brenham Crouch, Kelby Watt
1 Dash – Justin Peck, Parker Price-Miller, Brock Zearfoss, Bryce Lucius, Christopher Thram, Sam Hafertepe Jr., Rees Moran, Bryce Norris, Tyler Courtney, Brad Sweet, Danny Dietrich, Logan Rumsey, Daryn Pittman, Kody Hartlaub, Freddie Rahmer, Justin Whittall, Chad Trout, Giovanni Scelzi, Joel Myers Jr., Conner Morrell, Andy Pake, Kyle Larson

MICRO-LITE LAST CHANCE SHOWDOWN WINS (22 Drivers):
3 LCS Wins – Donny Schatz, Garet Williamson, Spencer Bayston
2 LCS Wins – Michael Kofoid, Chris Windom, Giovanni Scelzi, Emerson Axsom
1 LCS Wins – Cameron Martin, Bill Balog, Blake Hahn, Landon Crawley, Bryce Norris, Logan Schuchart, Doug Hammaker, Daryn Pittman, Kerry Madsen, Skylar Gee, Justin Henderson, Joel Myers Jr., Tyler Courtney, Daison Pursley, Cole Macedo

KSE HARD CHARGER AWARDS (19 Drivers):
6 Hard Chargers – Carson Macedo
3 Hard Chargers – Donny Schatz, Spencer Bayston, Michael Kofoid
2 Hard Chargers – Garet Williamson, Chris Windom, Logan Schuchart, Cole Macedo
1 Hard Charger – Giovanni Scelzi, Ryan Timms, Brady Bacon, Sheldon Haudenschild, Tyler Ross, Cameron Smith, David Gravel, Emerson Axsom, Logan Julien, Tyler Courtney, Kasey Jedrzejek

ACME FASTEST LAP AWARDS (20 Drivers):
5 Fastest Laps – Michael Kofoid, David Gravel
2 Fastest Laps – Bill Balog, Brady Bacon, Carson Macedo, Aaron Reutzel, Kasey Jedrzejek, Garet Williamson
1 Fastest Lap – Anthony Macri, Brock Zearfoss, Sheldon Haudenschild, Cole Macedo, Ryan Timms, Brad Sweet, Kelby Watt, Kasey Kahne, Giovanni Scelzi, Rico Abreu, Christopher Thram, Logan Schuchart

RACE READY CLOTHING HOTTEST LAP OF THE NIGHT AWARDS (14 Drivers):
11 Hottest Laps – David Gravel
5 Hottest Laps – Sheldon Haudenschild
4 Hottest Laps – Michael Kofoid
3 Hottest Laps – Logan Schuchart
2 Hottest Laps – Garet Williamson
1 Hottest Lap – Austin McCarl, Brent Marks, Cole Macedo, Emerson Axsom, Tyler Courtney, Ryan Timms, Daryn Pittman, Giovanni Scelzi, Carson Macedo

2026 WORLD OF OUTLAWS SPRINT CAR SCHEDULE & WINNERS:
Day, Date / Track / Location / Winner
Wed, Feb 4 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Spencer Bayston (1)
Fri, Feb 6 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Michael Kofoid (1)
Sat, Feb 7 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Anthony Macri (1)
Sun, March 1 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Sheldon Haudenschild (1)
Mon, March 2 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Anthony Macri (2)
Fri, March 6 / Talladega Short Track / Eastaboga, AL / Donny Schatz (1)
Fri, March 13 / Kennedale Speedway Park / Kennedale, TX / David Gravel (1)
Fri, March 20 / Lawton Speedway / Lawton, OK / David Gravel (2)
Sat, March 21 / Creek County Speedway / Sapulpa, OK / David Gravel (3)
Fri, March 27 / US 36 Raceway / Osborn, MO / Carson Macedo (1)
Sat, March 28 / 81 Speedway / Park City, KS / Michael Kofoid (2)
Fri, April 10 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO / Michael Kofoid (3)
Sat, April 11 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO / Michael Kofoid (4)
Sun, April 19 / Tri-State Speedway / Haubstadt, IN / Tyler Courtney (1)
Fri, April 24 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Brad Sweet (1)
Sat, April 25 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / David Gravel (4)
Tues, May 5 / Lincoln Speedway / Abbottstown, PA / Michael Kofoid (5)
Fri, May 8 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA / Kasey Kahne (1)
Sat, May 9 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA / David Gravel (5)
Fri, May 15 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH / Rico Abreu (1)
Sat, May 16 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH / Logan Schuchart (1)
Tues, May 19 / Jacksonville Speedway / Jacksonville, IL / Carson Macedo (2)
Sat, May 23 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Aaron Reutzel (1)
Mon, May 25 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (6)
Fri, May 29 / River Cities Speedway / Grand Forks, ND / Carson Macedo (3)
Sat, June 6 / Plymouth Dirt Track / Plymouth, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (2)
Sun, June 7 / Angell Park Speedway / Sun Prairie, WI / Carson Macedo (4)
Fri, June 12 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Brent Marks (1)
Wed, June 17 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (7)
Thurs, June 18 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (8)
Fri, June 19 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Sheldon Haudenschild (3)
Sat, June 20 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / David Gravel (6)
Fri, June 26 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI / David Gravel (7)
Sat, June 27 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (4)
Thurs, July 9 / Hartford Speedway / Hartford, MI
Fri, July 10 / Wilmot Raceway / Wilmot, WI
Sat, July 11 / Wilmot Raceway / Wilmot, WI
Tues, July 14 / Attica Raceway Park / Attica, OH
Fri, July 17 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH
Sat, July 18 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH
Tues, July 21 / Ohsweken Speedway / Ohsweken, ON, Canada
Wed, July 22 / Ohsweken Speedway / Ohsweken, ON, Canada
Sat, July 25 / Weedsport Speedway / Weedsport, NY
Sun, July 26 / Weedsport Speedway / Weedsport, NY
Wed, July 29 / BAPS Motor Speedway / York Haven, PA
Fri, July 31 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Sat, Aug 1 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Fri, Aug 7 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Sat, Aug 8 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Wed, Aug 12 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Thurs, Aug 13 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Fri, Aug 14 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Sat, Aug 15 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA
Fri, Aug 21 / Ogilvie Raceway / Ogilvie, MN
Sat, Aug 22 / Jackson Motorplex / Jackson, MN
Fri, Aug 28 / River Cities Speedway / Grand Forks, ND
Sat, Aug 29 / Red River Valley Speedway / West Fargo, ND
Sun, Aug 30 / Nodak Speedway / Minot, ND
Fri, Sept 4 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Sat, Sept 5 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Sun, Sept 6 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Fri, Sept 11 / Belleville High Banks / Belleville, KS
Sat, Sept 12 / Dodge City Raceway Park / Dodge City, KS
Mon, Sept 14 / El Paso County Raceway / Calhan, CO
Fri, Sept 18 / Stockton Dirt Track / Stockton, CA
Sat, Sept 19 / Stockton Dirt Track / Stockton, CA
Tues, Sept 22 / Kings Speedway / Hanford, CA
Fri, Sept 25 / Bakersfield Speedway at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway / Bakersfield, CA
Sat, Sept 26 / Ventura Raceway / Ventura, CA
Fri, Oct 2 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Sat, Oct 3 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Thurs, Oct 8 / Millstream Speedway / Findlay, OH
Fri, Oct 9 / Mansfield Speedway / Mansfield, OH
Sat, Oct 10 / Sharon Speedway / Hartford, OH
Fri, Oct 16 / Lincoln Park Speedway / Putnamville, IN
Sat, Oct 17 / TBA
Fri, Oct 23 / Texarkana 67 Speedway / Texarkana, AR
Sat, Oct 24 / Texarkana 67 Speedway / Texarkana, AR
Wed, Nov 4 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Thurs, Nov 5 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Fri, Nov 6 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Sat, Nov 7 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC

*denotes unofficial split-field prelim race.

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TOP FIVE STORYLINES: Busiest Stretch of World of Outlaws Season Begins with Hartford, Wilmot Visits

HARTFORD, MI (July 7, 2026) – It’s a good time to be a fan of the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series.

After a week off to celebrate the Fourth of July, the busiest stretch of the year is about to begin and serve up 13 races in 24 days that takes the tour to eight tracks in five states and one Canadian province. Throw in the fact that the NOS Energy Drink Knoxville Nationals presented by Casey’s follows this upcoming blitz of racing, and there’s never been a better time to have a DIRTVision subscription.

It all begins with a trio of races this week. First up is the Series’ long-awaited return to Michigan with Hartford Speedway’s Pure Michigan Showdown on Thursday, July 9. The stop will mark The Greatest Show on Dirt’s first time in the “Great Lakes State” since 2019.

Then it’s around the southern rim of Lake Michigan and up into Wisconsin for a full weekend in “America’s Dairyland”. The O’Reilly Auto Parts presents the Larry Hillerud Memorial sends the World of Outlaws to Wilmot Raceway on Friday-Saturday, July 10-11.

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Let’s look at the top stories heading into the busy stretch:

MICHIGAN MAN

The latest chapters of World of Outlaws history in Michigan point to David Gravel being the man to beat on Thursday.

The last two trips to Hartford have belonged to the two-time and defending Series champion. It hasn’t mattered what car he’s been in. First was 2017 when he took the CJB Motorsports No. 5 to Victory Lane. Then came a 2019 triumph aboard the Jason Johnson Racing No. 41. He’ll look to make it three straight wins in three different cars this week as he returns in the Big Game Motorsports No. 2.

Gravel currently sits atop the standings by 86 markers during his quest for a third consecutive championship. He’s bagged seven wins and leads the Series in podiums (16), top fives (22), and top 10s (29).

ONE MORE IN WISCONSIN

The Wilmot weekend signals the last chance for Wisconsin fans to see Bill Balog on home turf this season. Two of his three podiums this seeing have come in the “Badger State,” and he’ll look to stand atop the podium for the first time in 2026 as the tour makes its final Wisconsin visit.

The numbers say Balog should be in the running for a checkered flag. He’s topped 21 Interstate Racing Association (IRA) Features at Wilmot, most recently driving from sixth to victory in 2023. The closest he’s come to beating the World of Outlaws at the 1/3 mile is a sixth-place effort last season.

Balog has 11 top 10s in 28 starts this year and sits 11th in points with Spencer Bayston 16 markers ahead in the final top 10 position.

WILMOT WINNERS

Balog won’t be the only competitor to keep an eye on at Wilmot.

Comparable to his Hartford success, David Gravel has been a force at Wilmot no matter what car he shows up in. The Watertown, CT native won there with Roth Motorsports in 2014 before topping two more (2016 and 2017) with CJB Motorsports. He made it four wins in three cars with a 2020 trip to Victory Lane in the Jason Johnson Racing No. 41. Gravel is the Series winningest driver at Wilmot through 14 visits.

Carson Macedo could tie or pass Gravel with a weekend sweep of the Larry Hillerud Memorial. He and JJR claimed a trio in a row at Wilmot from 2022 through 2024, joining Gravel as the only other driver to top three straight. The Lemoore, CA native is currently tied for the runner-up spot in points.

Donny Schatz is a two-time Wilmot winner. The 10-time World of Outlaws titlist took the Tony Stewart/Curb-Agajanian Racing ride to the podium’s top step in 2019 and 2024. He’s also been remarkably consistent with a 4.43 average finish in 14 tries and no results outside the top 10.

Michael “Buddy” Kofoid was the most recent to add his name to the list of Wilmot victors. He started first and finished there a year ago. Kofoid and the Roth Motorsports crew are tied with Macedo and JJR for second in the standings and looking to erase Gravel’s 86-point advantage.

CONTINUING THE CLIMB

When the World of Outlaws was last in action, Sheldon Haudenschild reached 50 career victories, but the all-time win list isn’t the only climb he aims to continue as the season resumes this week.

As recently as early June, Haudenschild was 194 points behind championship leader David Gravel. But a recent stretch of unmatched consistency has moved the KCP Racing/NOS Energy Drink No. 18 to fourth in points and slashed that gap down to 130. Haudenschild hasn’t finished worse than seventh in the last 14 Series events. He’s won three times and been in the top two in eight of those races. If this kind of speed continues, Haudenschild could be in the running for his first championship by the time the tour rolls into The Dirt Track at Charlotte for World of Outlaws World Finals (Nov. 4-7).

Looking ahead to this weekend, Haudenschild is a former Hartford winner with the All Star Circuit of Champions (2016). His three World of Outlaws tries there have yielded a pair of top 10s. He’s yet to win at Wilmot but never been outside the top 10 in 14 tries and landed on the podium four times.

WHAT BREAK?

While many World of Outlaws drivers opted to relax during the week off, a few decided to keep doing what they know best – race Sprint Cars.

Logan Schuchart was the busiest of the bunch. The Hanover, PA native returned home for a trio of PA Speedweek races. He wheeled the Shark Racing No. 1S from 13th to fourth at Lincoln Speedway, 21st to 14th at Hagerstown Speedway, and sixth to third at Williams Grove Speedway. Now, he’s ready to get back to business with The Greatest Show on Dirt, where he currently sits fifth in points.

Carson Macedo and the Jason Johnson Racing team joined Schuchart for Lincoln’s Steve Smith Tribute Race. They picked up a sixth-place finish to pocket a solid $6,519 payday. Macedo and Schuchart will both return to Pennsylvania at the end of the month for a trio of battles with the PA Posse at BAPS Motor Speedway (July 29) and Williams Grove Speedway (July 31-Aug. 1).

Garet Williamson and Fischer Motorsports opted to get another NOS Energy Drink Knoxville Nationals presented by Casey’s (Aug. 12-15) tune-up by attending Knoxville Raceway’s weekly program. Williamson led laps before a podium finish.

The off-week track time wasn’t limited to drivers on the tour. Team owner Bill Rose got behind the wheel of a USAC Silver Crown car for Terre Haute Action Track’s Sumar Classic and finished an impressive sixth after starting 18th. Rose gets back to owner and crew chief duties for Kevin Gobrecht Rookie of the Year presented by Five Star Bodies contender Kasey Jedrzejek this week.

THIS WEEKEND AT A GLANCE

WHEN AND WHERE 
Thursday, July 9 at Hartford Speedway in Hartford, MI
Friday-Saturday, July 10-11 at Wilmot Raceway in Wilmot, WI

AROUND THE TURN
Tuesday, July 14 at Attica Raceway Park in Attica, OH (TICKETS)
Friday-Saturday, July 17-18 at Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, OH (TICKETS) 

CURRENT CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS (34/82 Races):
1. David Gravel – Big Game Motorsports No. 2 (4540 PTS)
2. Michael Kofoid – Roth Motorsports No. 83 (-86 PTS)
3. Carson Macedo – Jason Johnson Racing No. 41 (-86 PTS)
4. Sheldon Haudenschild – KCP Racing No. 18 (-130 PTS)
5. Logan Schuchart – Shark Racing No. 1S (-246 PTS)
6. Donny Schatz – CJB Motorsports No. 15 (-260 PTS)
7. Garet Williamson – Fischer Motorsports No. 23 (-436 PTS)
8. Cole Macedo – TwoC Racing No. 2C (-474 PTS)
9. Chris Windom – Sides Motorsports No. 7S (-552 PTS)
10. Spencer Bayston – Stenhouse Jr./Marshall Racing No. 17 (-594 PTS)

NOS ENERGY DRINK FEATURE WINNERS (14 Drivers):
8 Wins – Michael Kofoid
7 Wins – David Gravel
4 Wins – Carson Macedo, Sheldon Haudenschild
2 Wins – Anthony Macri
1 Win – Spencer Bayston, Donny Schatz, Tyler Courtney, Brad Sweet, Kasey Kahne, Rico Abreu, Logan Schuchart, Aaron Reutzel, Brent Marks

FEATURE LAPS LED (25 Drivers):
249 Laps Led – David Gravel
222 Laps Led – Michael Kofoid
81 Laps Led – Carson Macedo
50 Laps Led – Logan Schuchart
44 Laps Led – Bill Balog
41 Laps Led – Sheldon Haudenschild
40 Laps Led – Anthony Macri, Aaron Reutzel
37 Laps Led – Tyler Courtney
35 Laps Led – Donny Schatz
33 Laps Led – Brady Bacon, Rico Abreu
28 Laps Led – Ryan Timms, Garet Williamson
25 Laps Led – Brad Sweet, Kasey Kahne
21 Laps Led – Kasey Jedrzejek
17 Laps Led – Spencer Bayston
15 Laps Led – Christopher Thram
11 Laps Led – Giovanni Scelzi, Emerson Axsom
10 Laps Led – Cole Macedo
7 Laps Led – Brian Brown
6 Laps Led – Brock Zearfoss
3 Laps Led – Brent MarksPODIUM FINISHES (27 Drivers):
16 Podiums – David Gravel
15 Podiums – Michael Kofoid
12 Podiums – Carson Macedo, Sheldon Haudenschild
6 Podiums – Donny Schatz
4 Podiums – Ryan Timms
3 Podiums – Anthony Macri, Spencer Bayston, Rico Abreu, Logan Schuchart, Bill Balog, Garet Williamson
2 Podiums – Brady Bacon, Cole Macedo, Aaron Reutzel, Tyler Courtney
1 Podium – Ashton Torgerson, Scott Bogucki, Emerson Axsom, Brad Sweet, Chase Dietz, Kasey Kahne, Justin Whittall, Troy Wagaman Jr., Giovanni Scelzi, Kasey Jedrzejek, Brent Marks

SIMPSON PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS QUICKTIME AWARDS (15 Drivers):
13 Quick Times – David Gravel
4 Quick Times – Sheldon Haudenschild
3 Quick Times – Logan Schuchart
1 Quick Time – Ashton Torgerson, Kasey Jedrzejek, Brady Bacon, Will Armitage, Michael Kofoid, J.J. Hickle, Brian Brown, Danny Dietrich, Rico Abreu, Aaron Reutzel, Bill Balog, Justin Henderson

HEAT RACE WINNERS (42 Drivers):
20 Heat Wins – David Gravel
16 Heat Wins – Sheldon Haudenschild
9 Heat Wins – Bill Balog
8 Heat Wins – Carson Macedo, Michael Kofoid 
7 Heat Wins – Logan Schuchart
6 Heat Wins – Donny Schatz
4 Heat Wins – Cole Macedo, Rico Abreu, Emerson Axsom
3 Heat Wins – Ashton Torgerson, Kasey Jedrzejek, Aaron Reutzel, Giovanni Scelzi
2 Heat Wins – Anthony Macri, Chase Dietz, Kasey Kahne, Spencer Bayston, Brent Marks, Austin McCarl, Jacob Hughes, Kerry Madsen, Ryan Timms
1 Heat Win – Justin Peck, Tanner Holmes, Scotty Thiel, Will Armitage, Rees Moran, Tyler Courtney, Brian Brown, Danny Dietrich, Justin Whittall, Chad Trout, Joel Myers Jr., Andy Pake, Garet Williamson, Sam Henderson, Dayne Kingshott, Christopher Thram, Daison Pursley, Terry McCarl, Kelby Watt

TOYOTA DASH APPEARANCES (56 Drivers):
24 Dashes – Sheldon Haudenschild
23 Dashes – David Gravel
17 Dashes – Michael Kofoid
11 Dashes – Carson Macedo, Bill Balog
9 Dashes – Garet Williamson
7 Dashes – Ashton Torgerson, Donny Schatz, Cole Macedo, Logan Schuchart, Emerson Axsom
6 Dashes – Kasey Jedrzejek
5 Dashes – Rico Abreu, Aaron Reutzel
4 Dashes – Anthony Macri, Ryan Timms, Spencer Bayston, Brent Marks
3 Dashes – Kerry Madsen, Chase Dietz, Tanner Holmes, Brian Brown, Justin Henderson, Chris Windom
2 Dashes – Scotty Thiel, Kasey Kahne, Troy Wagaman Jr., Brady Bacon, Will Armitage, J.J. Hickle, Austin McCarl, Joe B. Miller, Brenham Crouch, Kelby Watt
1 Dash – Justin Peck, Parker Price-Miller, Brock Zearfoss, Bryce Lucius, Christopher Thram, Sam Hafertepe Jr., Rees Moran, Bryce Norris, Tyler Courtney, Brad Sweet, Danny Dietrich, Logan Rumsey, Daryn Pittman, Kody Hartlaub, Freddie Rahmer, Justin Whittall, Chad Trout, Giovanni Scelzi, Joel Myers Jr., Conner Morrell, Andy Pake, Kyle Larson

MICRO-LITE LAST CHANCE SHOWDOWN WINS (22 Drivers):
3 LCS Wins – Donny Schatz, Garet Williamson, Spencer Bayston
2 LCS Wins – Michael Kofoid, Chris Windom, Giovanni Scelzi, Emerson Axsom
1 LCS Wins – Cameron Martin, Bill Balog, Blake Hahn, Landon Crawley, Bryce Norris, Logan Schuchart, Doug Hammaker, Daryn Pittman, Kerry Madsen, Skylar Gee, Justin Henderson, Joel Myers Jr., Tyler Courtney, Daison Pursley, Cole Macedo

KSE HARD CHARGER AWARDS (19 Drivers):
6 Hard Chargers – Carson Macedo
3 Hard Chargers – Donny Schatz, Spencer Bayston, Michael Kofoid
2 Hard Chargers – Garet Williamson, Chris Windom, Logan Schuchart, Cole Macedo
1 Hard Charger – Giovanni Scelzi, Ryan Timms, Brady Bacon, Sheldon Haudenschild, Tyler Ross, Cameron Smith, David Gravel, Emerson Axsom, Logan Julien, Tyler Courtney, Kasey Jedrzejek

ACME FASTEST LAP AWARDS (20 Drivers):
5 Fastest Laps – Michael Kofoid, David Gravel
2 Fastest Laps – Bill Balog, Brady Bacon, Carson Macedo, Aaron Reutzel, Kasey Jedrzejek, Garet Williamson
1 Fastest Lap – Anthony Macri, Brock Zearfoss, Sheldon Haudenschild, Cole Macedo, Ryan Timms, Brad Sweet, Kelby Watt, Kasey Kahne, Giovanni Scelzi, Rico Abreu, Christopher Thram, Logan Schuchart

RACE READY CLOTHING HOTTEST LAP OF THE NIGHT AWARDS (14 Drivers):
11 Hottest Laps – David Gravel
5 Hottest Laps – Sheldon Haudenschild
4 Hottest Laps – Michael Kofoid
3 Hottest Laps – Logan Schuchart
2 Hottest Laps – Garet Williamson
1 Hottest Lap – Austin McCarl, Brent Marks, Cole Macedo, Emerson Axsom, Tyler Courtney, Ryan Timms, Daryn Pittman, Giovanni Scelzi, Carson Macedo

2026 WORLD OF OUTLAWS SPRINT CAR SCHEDULE & WINNERS:
Day, Date / Track / Location / Winner
Wed, Feb 4 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Spencer Bayston (1)
Fri, Feb 6 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Michael Kofoid (1)
Sat, Feb 7 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Anthony Macri (1)
Sun, March 1 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Sheldon Haudenschild (1)
Mon, March 2 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Anthony Macri (2)
Fri, March 6 / Talladega Short Track / Eastaboga, AL / Donny Schatz (1)
Fri, March 13 / Kennedale Speedway Park / Kennedale, TX / David Gravel (1)
Fri, March 20 / Lawton Speedway / Lawton, OK / David Gravel (2)
Sat, March 21 / Creek County Speedway / Sapulpa, OK / David Gravel (3)
Fri, March 27 / US 36 Raceway / Osborn, MO / Carson Macedo (1)
Sat, March 28 / 81 Speedway / Park City, KS / Michael Kofoid (2)
Fri, April 10 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO / Michael Kofoid (3)
Sat, April 11 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO / Michael Kofoid (4)
Sun, April 19 / Tri-State Speedway / Haubstadt, IN / Tyler Courtney (1)
Fri, April 24 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Brad Sweet (1)
Sat, April 25 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / David Gravel (4)
Tues, May 5 / Lincoln Speedway / Abbottstown, PA / Michael Kofoid (5)
Fri, May 8 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA / Kasey Kahne (1)
Sat, May 9 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA / David Gravel (5)
Fri, May 15 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH / Rico Abreu (1)
Sat, May 16 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH / Logan Schuchart (1)
Tues, May 19 / Jacksonville Speedway / Jacksonville, IL / Carson Macedo (2)
Sat, May 23 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Aaron Reutzel (1)
Mon, May 25 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (6)
Fri, May 29 / River Cities Speedway / Grand Forks, ND / Carson Macedo (3)
Sat, June 6 / Plymouth Dirt Track / Plymouth, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (2)
Sun, June 7 / Angell Park Speedway / Sun Prairie, WI / Carson Macedo (4)
Fri, June 12 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA / Brent Marks (1)
Wed, June 17 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (7)
Thurs, June 18 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Michael Kofoid (8)
Fri, June 19 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / Sheldon Haudenschild (3)
Sat, June 20 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD / David Gravel (6)
Fri, June 26 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI / David Gravel (7)
Sat, June 27 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI / Sheldon Haudenschild (4)
Thurs, July 9 / Hartford Speedway / Hartford, MI
Fri, July 10 / Wilmot Raceway / Wilmot, WI
Sat, July 11 / Wilmot Raceway / Wilmot, WI
Tues, July 14 / Attica Raceway Park / Attica, OH
Fri, July 17 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH
Sat, July 18 / Eldora Speedway / Rossburg, OH
Tues, July 21 / Ohsweken Speedway / Ohsweken, ON, Canada
Wed, July 22 / Ohsweken Speedway / Ohsweken, ON, Canada
Sat, July 25 / Weedsport Speedway / Weedsport, NY
Sun, July 26 / Weedsport Speedway / Weedsport, NY
Wed, July 29 / BAPS Motor Speedway / York Haven, PA
Fri, July 31 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Sat, Aug 1 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Fri, Aug 7 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Sat, Aug 8 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Wed, Aug 12 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Thurs, Aug 13 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Fri, Aug 14 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA*
Sat, Aug 15 / Knoxville Raceway / Knoxville, IA
Fri, Aug 21 / Ogilvie Raceway / Ogilvie, MN
Sat, Aug 22 / Jackson Motorplex / Jackson, MN
Fri, Aug 28 / River Cities Speedway / Grand Forks, ND
Sat, Aug 29 / Red River Valley Speedway / West Fargo, ND
Sun, Aug 30 / Nodak Speedway / Minot, ND
Fri, Sept 4 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Sat, Sept 5 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Sun, Sept 6 / Huset’s Speedway / Brandon, SD
Fri, Sept 11 / Belleville High Banks / Belleville, KS
Sat, Sept 12 / Dodge City Raceway Park / Dodge City, KS
Mon, Sept 14 / El Paso County Raceway / Calhan, CO
Fri, Sept 18 / Stockton Dirt Track / Stockton, CA
Sat, Sept 19 / Stockton Dirt Track / Stockton, CA
Tues, Sept 22 / Kings Speedway / Hanford, CA
Fri, Sept 25 / Bakersfield Speedway at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway / Bakersfield, CA
Sat, Sept 26 / Ventura Raceway / Ventura, CA
Fri, Oct 2 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Sat, Oct 3 / Williams Grove Speedway / Mechanicsburg, PA
Thurs, Oct 8 / Millstream Speedway / Findlay, OH
Fri, Oct 9 / Mansfield Speedway / Mansfield, OH
Sat, Oct 10 / Sharon Speedway / Hartford, OH
Fri, Oct 16 / Lincoln Park Speedway / Putnamville, IN
Sat, Oct 17 / TBA
Fri, Oct 23 / Texarkana 67 Speedway / Texarkana, AR
Sat, Oct 24 / Texarkana 67 Speedway / Texarkana, AR
Wed, Nov 4 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Thurs, Nov 5 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Fri, Nov 6 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Sat, Nov 7 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC

*denotes unofficial split-field prelim race.

ARTICLE: https://worldofoutlaws.com/sprintcars/top-five-storylines-busiest-stretch-of-world-of-outlaws-season-begins-with-hartford-wilmot-visits/

EVENT INFO: https://worldofoutlaws.com/sprintcars/schedule/event-info/?event=4549543, https://worldofoutlaws.com/sprintcars/schedule/event-info/?event=4549546
TRACK INFO: https://worldofoutlaws.com/sprintcars/tracks/?track=Hartford%2BSpeedway, https://worldofoutlaws.com/sprintcars/tracks/?track=Wilmot%2BRaceway

Introducing the new 1,000HP Toyota GR Corolla drift car, with all eyes and headlights set for its dynamic debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Drift, build, hustle, repeat. Few people know more about building cars and shredding tyres than Steve ‘Baggsy’ Biagioni. In fact, if it’s worth knowing, chances are he already does. And here we are with the latest project of his, Baggsy has officially unleashed his latest party animal in the form of… a hatchback?

Make no mistake, the already impressive Toyota GR Corolla has now evolved into a real engineering marvel and set to stun the community once more. In the SB Motorsport stable we have the Liberty Walk V8 Nissan GT-R, the world’s first R35 GT-R-powered Nissan Navara-R pick-up truck, the rowdy supercharged V8 Nissan PS13 and the 2JZ-powered GT86 competition drift car – not to mention the fleet of BMW M3s and Nissan 350Zs. But according to Baggsy, that’s not enough…

“Pulling the covers off this GR Corolla drift car is a moment I’ve been waiting a long time for. What you see today is the result of countless late nights, relentless problem-solving, and our team’s obsession with getting every last detail exactly right. Like any ambitious build, there were challenges along the way, plenty of moments that tested us, and more than a few occasions where we wondered what we’d taken on. But every hurdle only made us more determined to create something truly special. Seeing the finished car sitting exactly as we’d imagined it all those months ago is such an incredible feeling. The GR Corolla gave us an outstanding platform to start with, and the addition of the legendary 2JZ engine package by DY Engine Services has transformed it into a fire breathing machine that’s ready to make some serious noise at Goodwood. Now, the hard work is done, the covers are off, and the fun really begins. I can’t wait to fire it up, get it sideways, and show what this car can do at one of the world’s biggest stage.” – Steve ‘Baggsy’ Biagioni, on his new GR Corolla project.

baggsyboyukIntroducing my new Toyota GR Corolla drift car. This fire-breathing hot hatch is the result of countless late nights and my team’s obsession with getting every last detail…

Baggsy’s GR Corolla build is a real example and showcase of community spirit, bringing together some of the industry’s top talents for the latest poster car. Check it out:

Toyota’s legendary 2JZ engine has been fully built by DY Engine Services using the best parts from JDM Garage to get the best results, like ARP studs and bolts. Tuned to 1,115BHP and 798NM, these figures were achieved with the Garrett G40-1150 turbocharger, regulated by Turbosmart’s PowerGate 60 wastegate. Walton Motorsport’s 2JZ exhaust manifold was the perfect piece to connect the engine while Vibrant Performance HD boost clamps kept everything locked in. Baggsy asked his followers where the exhaust should run to and the majority voted to see it out the bonnet (much to Ian Waddington’s dismay), so the SB Motorsport duly obliged.

baggsyboyukThe biggest transformation yet. 👀 Our 1000BHP GR Corolla finally gets the Pandem widebody, but with Goodwood Festival of Speed just days away, the pressure is well and truly…

The DY-2JZ engine’s beverage of choice is Sunoco’s E85R 104 RON Race Fuel (this beast loves a good octane) with a Radium Engineering fuel system – their FCST-X drop-in fuel cell surge tank eliminating any risk of fuel starvation. ASNU 1650cc injectors and a K&N performance air filter completes the GR Corolla’s drift-ready powertrain.

Keeping it all cool is a custom intercooler and radiator by Forge Motorsport, supported by Funk Motorsport heat management. Sparco’s got it covered for any unauthorised flames with plumbed-in and handheld extinguishers.

The GR Corolla is geared up with Quaife’s 69G 6-speed sequential gearbox mated to a Comp1 twin-disc clutch, while the Sikky x Winters quick-change differential, custom GR subframe and a fully built SW Motorsports cage provide the stability for Baggsy to lay down those leading lines.

Ensuring ultimate precision in any direction (mostly sideways though, mind) is ST Suspension’s XTA plus 3 coilover kit and FDF Raceshop’s lockout kit. Keeping Baggsy locked in is Sparco’s Circuit II bucket seat with a 6-point harness. HEL Performance brake lines and Stauff hydraulic power steering lines offer all the feels and responsiveness, while EBC Racing’s big brake kit and provide the stopping power.

The brains behind the operation include a Link FuryX ECU and ECUMaster PMU-24 DL, perfect for all the mapping, data logging and beep-booping required to keep the car running tip-top. Keeping everything powered is Yuasa’s YBX500 Series battery, their dependable battery for high performance vehicle whatever the weather.

The Rocket Bunny Pandem widebody aero kit gives the GR Corolla such an insane presence. The width, the aggression, the wing! It is outrageous. The aesthetics doesn’t stop there though, a fresh body with new Seibon carbon parts needs some fresh kicks for the ultimate look. STRÖM understood the assignment and came through with a bespoke, custom forged wheel design just for Baggsy. Wrapped in Accelera’s tried and tested 651 Sport semi-slick tyres, the Corolla is ready for the track.

Weight shedding comes in the form of polycarbonate to replace the windows. So it’s out with the glass and in with the Plastics 4 Performance lightweight Lexan Polycarbonate. The awe-inspiring design of Baggsy’s latest drift machine is courtesy of Fleet Livery Solutions, using high-quality Arlon vinyl to achieve that jaw-dropping look.

After many late nights, copious amounts of pizza consumed, Monster Energy becoming part of our body mass, after countless questions asked in the mirror, it’s finally done. And boy, was it worth it! 😍 We hope you love it as much as we do! Now, we have a certain hillclimb to shred… Goodwood – we’ll see you there.

NORWALK, OH (July 7, 2026) — 2025 NHRA Rookie of the Year and 2026 Funny Car championship contender Spencer Hyde will make his debut appearance at the 49^th annual Cornwell Tools Night Under Fire at Summit Motorsports Park, July 31-August 1. The Stratford, Ontario, Canada native will race the Head Engineering and Construction 12,000-horsepower Funny Car against some of the fiercest Funny Car competitors in the country for the coveted Night Under Fire championship. Hyde will square off against Jordan Vandergriff, Cruz Pedregon and Ron Capps.

 Spencer Hyde is looking to turn heads and wow the fans at Night Under Fire in August,
photo credit Innovation Creative Experts

Funny Car Standout Spencer Hyde Set for Debut at
Epic 49^th Annual Night Under Fire

NORWALK, OH (July 7, 2026) — 2025 NHRA Rookie of the Year and 2026 Funny Car championship contender Spencer Hyde will make his debut appearance at the 49^th annual Cornwell Tools Night Under Fire at Summit Motorsports Park, July 31-August 1. The Stratford, Ontario, Canada native will race the Head Engineering and Construction 12,000-horsepower Funny Car against some of the fiercest Funny Car competitors in the country for the coveted Night Under Fire championship. Hyde will square off against Jordan Vandergriff, Cruz Pedregon and Ron Capps.

 Spencer Hyde is looking to turn heads and wow the fans at Night Under Fire in August,
photo credit Innovation Creative Experts

“The Funny Car line-up is a Who’s Who of tough drivers,” said Hyde. “You have two world champions and the newest Funny Car driver from John Force Racing. Anyone one of us could win this deal. I am excited to represent Canada, Jim Head Racing, Hyde Construction and everyone that supports our team. Next to winning an NHRA national event getting the King of Nitro title at Night Under Fire is right up there.” 
 
In addition to a host of Nitro Funny Cars Night Under Fire will feature 60 of the fastest racers battling it out under the lights. The show will feature four Top Fuel Dragsters and four Nitro Funny Cars racing for a guaranteed $430,000 purse. The winner of the Funny Car head-to-head battle will face the Top Fuel winner for the King of Nitro title.
 
“The Bader family has made Night Under Fire one of the coolest drag racing events in the country,” said Hyde. “More than the Funny Cars and the Top Fuel dragster it’s the spectacle of racing and speed. I can’t wait to be a part of the show and I will be watching for sure when I am not racing. The fireworks show is worth the price of admission.”
 
Catch the live broadcast of the show on FloSports, the leader in sports streaming for the first time in the event’s nearly five-decade history.  Beyond the racing the event will feature sky divers, an autograph session, twin-engined powered jet truck, four 300mph jet dragsters, two Top Fuel Motorcycles, wheel standers, and a $150,000 fireworks show.