Sprint Car Daily – Newswire
Friday, September 19, 2025
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Eldora’s 4-Crown Nationals: Danner Wins Opener, High Limit Takes Center Stage Tonight
The 43rd 4-Crown Nationals kicked off Thursday at Eldora Speedway with Briggs Danner scoring his first career Eldora victory in the USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship. Danner held off point leader Kyle Cummins and Kevin Thomas Jr. in a 30-lap thriller, with Daison Pursley and Jake Swanson rounding out the top five.
The action continues tonight as the High Limit Racing series headlines Friday’s program, joined by the GLSS 360 Sprint Cars. Saturday’s finale will see all divisions converge for one of the sport’s most diverse and prestigious cards. Every lap streams live on FloRacing.
🔗 USAC – Sept. 18 Results | YouTube Highlights | Eldora Speedway – 4-Crown Info | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 19 | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 20
Hockett/McMillin Memorial Reset After Thursday Rainout
Persistent rain washed out Thursday’s scheduled opener of the 15th Annual Jesse Hockett–Daniel McMillin Memorial at Lucas Oil Speedway. The event, featuring the POWRi 410 Outlaw Sprint League and WAR Sprints, will now run as complete, stand-alone programs on both Friday and Saturday.
Drivers will re-draw and sign in fresh for tonight’s show, while Saturday will bring another full slate of qualifying, heats, semis and features with no lock-ins from Friday. Pit gates open at 4:00 PM, hot laps at 6:30, and racing to follow each night.
Ticket vouchers from Thursday will be honored at any remaining 2025 Lucas Oil Speedway event or during the 2026 season. Both nights stream live on RaceON and S2FTV.
🔗 Lucas Oil Speedway – Night 1 Rainout | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 19 | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 20
World of Outlaws Salute Roth Motorsports in Tulare
The Greatest Show on Dirt opens the Dennis Roth Classic at Thunderbowl Raceway tonight. The two-day tribute to Dennis and Teresa Roth’s famed No. 83 features a stacked field chasing Saturday’s $83,000 prize.
Beyond the on-track competition, Roth’s legacy is also being celebrated. A new feature highlights nephew Todd Ventura’s pivotal role in building Roth Motorsports into a modern powerhouse, from its 1992 origins to today’s Toyota-powered success with Buddy Kofoid.
🔗 World of Outlaws – Event Info | World of Outlaws – Todd Ventura Feature | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 19 | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 20
Jackson Nationals Kick Off in Minnesota
Jackson Motorplex hosts the 47th Bank Midwest Jackson Nationals beginning this evening. IRA, NOSA, and MSTS 410 Sprint Cars headline both nights with $5,000-to-win Friday’s Tweeter Memorial and $12,000-to-win Saturday finale. RaceSaver Sprints are also in action.
🔗 Jackson Motorplex – Event Page | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 19 | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 20
ASCS National Tour Hits Paducah, I-55 Return Nearly 30 Years in the Making
The American Sprint Car Series begins its two-race Midwest swing tonight at Paducah International Raceway with a $4,000-to-win program, before heading to Federated Auto Parts Raceway at I-55 on Saturday for a $10,000-to-win feature — the series’ first appearance at the Pevely, MO, bullring since 1995.
Garry Lee Maier won that inaugural visit nearly 30 years ago. Now a new generation of ASCS stars, including two-time champion Blake Hahn, are eager to write history on the high banks. Hahn, who charged from 23rd to 5th in a World of Outlaws appearance at I-55 in 2023, called the track a “bucket list” stop for its unique mix of tight quarters and steep banking. Promoter Josh Carroll and his team have focused on providing a smooth, multi-groove surface for the long-awaited return.
Both nights stream live on DIRTVision.
🔗 ASCS – What to Watch For | ASCS – I-55 Return Feature | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 19 | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 20
Skagit Speedway Championship Weekend Fires Off
Season Championship Weekend at Skagit Speedway begins tonight, powered by The Skagit Casino Resort. For the first time, titles will be decided over two nights, capped by Saturday fireworks. Trey Starks leads Jason Solwold by just 13 points in 410s, with a double crown also within reach in 360s. The Sportsman Sprint Car chase is even tighter — Jayden Whitney ahead of Steven Hendrickson by three markers, Jesson Jacobson only 15 back.
🔗 Skagit Speedway – Event Page | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 19 | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 20
Gobrecht Classic Challenge Weekend Begins at the Grove
Williams Grove Speedway launches the two-night Gobrecht Classic Challenge tonight with $6,000-to-win 410 Sprint Cars and 358 Sprint Cars on the card. A $3,000 bonus awaits if a driver can sweep the weekend with Saturday’s BAPS Motor Speedway companion race.
🔗 Williams Grove Speedway – Release | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief
York Excavating Kevin Gobrecht Classic Set for Saturday at BAPS
BAPS Motor Speedway takes its turn in the Challenge tomorrow with the York Excavating Kevin Gobrecht Classic. The program features 410 Sprint Cars and Super Sportsman, with Danny Dietrich and Anthony Macri leading the BAPS 410 standings, and Scott Dellinger holding the Super Sportsman points edge. Gates open at 3:00 PM, hot laps at 5:00, and racing at 6:00.
🔗 BAPS Motor Speedway – Event Page | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief
Adobe Cup on Deck for Sprint Car Challenge Tour
Petaluma Speedway welcomes the Elk Grove Ford Sprint Car Challenge Tour for Saturday’s $5,000-to-win Adobe Cup, but teams are already arriving in Sonoma County today. The 14th annual event also includes the Bob McCoy Super Stock Memorial.
🔗 SCCT – Official Release | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief
Western Plains Title Decider Saturday at El Paso County Raceway
The ASCS Western Plains Region championship fight takes center stage tomorrow in Calhan, CO. Bryan Gossel leads Adam Trimble by 40 points entering the finale. Full card includes Lightning Sprints, Midgets, Micros, and Dwarf Cars.
🔗 ASCS – Release | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief
Harbour City Thunda: Goodyer, Dalliston Score Night 1 Wins at Gladstone
The opening night of the Harbour City Thunda is complete at McCosker Gladstone Speedway with feature wins in both divisions.
In the 410 Sprintcars, Tasmanian ace Jock Goodyer (T22) dominated the 20-lap A-Main, clocking a best lap of 11.283s (130.8 km/h) to hold off Jye Corbet (Q10) and Brodie Davis (Q16). Dylan Menz and Luke Oldfield rounded out the top five.
The 360 Sprintcars saw Gwesyn Dalliston (NQ65) top the 20-lap A-Main in 13:25.332, besting Ryley Smith (NQ17)and Brian Walsh (NQ3). Jacob Jolley and Luke Manttan completed the top five, while Libby Ellis ran sixth.
The two-night Harbour City Thunda wraps up Saturday with 410s, 360s, Junior Sedans, Speedcars, and Nostalgias. Fans can watch live on Clay-Per-View.
🔗 410 A-Main Results | 360 A-Main Results | Clay-Per-View – Sep. 20 Broadcast | RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief Sep. 19
Wingless Sprints Kick Off Murray Bridge Season Saturday
The 2025/26 South Australian speedway season begins Saturday at Murray Machining & Sheds Murray Bridge Speedway. A 34-car field of Wingless Sprints headlines the opener, joined by Street Stocks, Modified Sedans, Junior Sedans, and Formula 500s. Sprint Cars will take part only in hot laps ahead of their official season start in coming weeks. Gates open at 4:00 PM with racing from 5:00 PM.
🔗 RACECAR Illustrated – Event Brief
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