Editor’s Note: Each month in recognition of SPEED SPORT’s 90th anniversary, the SPEED SPORT Insider will use the National Speed Sport News archives to look back at what happened in the racing world 25 years ago. More Discord In The Road Racing World. Speculation is growing that Int’l...

25 Years Ago: June 1999

Indianapolis, IN

WHEATLAND, Mo. — A heavy downpour immediately after qualifying with a strong thunderstorm soon following forced the postponement of Saturday night’s Kubota High Limit Racing Diamond Classic at Lucas Oil Speedway. Kubota High Limit Racing and Lucas Oil Speedway officials are searching for a viable makeup date later...

Rain Postpones High Limit At Lucas Oil Speedway

Pennsylvania State

Bechtelsville, PA

HVAC DISTRIBUTORS PRESENTS PA 410 SPRINT SPEED WEEK PLUS 358 MODIFIEDS TUESDAY, JULY 2. BECHTELSVILLE, PA JUNE 26, 2024 . . . . The 410 Sprints will make their final visit of 2024 at the Grandview Speedway on Tuesday night, July 2 when HVAC Distributors present the Pennsylvania 410 Sprint Speed Week Series showcasing the $10,000 to win Hodnett Cup. Also on the program are the 358 NASCAR Modifieds with $3,000 going to the winner of their 30 lap main event. Gates open at 5 PM with race time set for 7:30 PM. This event is the third race of the 2024 NAPA Auto Parts Thunder on the Hill Racing Series and presented by Pioneer Pole Buildings.

NAPA AUTO PARTS THUNDER SERIES RETURNS TO GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY. . . .

Update: 16-time NHRA Funny Car champion and one of the most popular drivers of all-time, John Force, has emerged from a heavy sedating following a harrowing 300-mph accident during the NHRA Virginia Nationals seven days ago. The 75-year-old is predicted to have a long recovery, he also suffered other injuries in his melee with both concrete barriers, according to sources. Force made significant improvements following the move into the neuro ICU a few days ago. He is responding to commands such as his name and identifying family members, but is experiencing common difficulties for patients awakening from this type of care. Force’s survival is just another line in a career filled with intense and dangerous accidents.

John Force, 16-Time NHRA Funny Champion, Awakens From Injuries Sustained in 300-MPH Accident

Macon, IL

MACON, Ill. — Jason Feger summed up Thursday’s DIRTcar Summer Nationals main event the best. “It’s Macon,” he said. “Nothing surprises me here. I’ve seen so many crazy races here over the years and to me that’s what makes this special.”. Feger, the...

Feger Flies In Herald & Review 100

Jacksonville, FL

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Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his wife, Marissa, are expecting a baby. The couple posted pictures on their social media accounts Thursday afternoon with the caption “A little Lawrence on the way.”

A little Lawrence is on the way

18-year-old Kale Drake earned a spot on Keith Kunz/Curb-Agajanian Motorsports (KKM) through hard work, joining as a full-time employee and becoming the team's sole driver/crew member in the Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series. Drake, a Micro Sprint champion, impressed team owner Kunz with his dedication and talent, leading to opportunities to race Midgets and eventually securing a full-time seat on the team.

Kale Drake: From Micro Sprint Ace to Midget Racing Star at Keith Kunz Motorsports

Raisin City, CA

Mitchel Moles’ first USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship feature victory in 37 races came at the same exact place he captured his most recent series win nearly a full season ago. One year after becoming the first ever USAC National Sprint Car winner at Illinois’ Macon Speedway, the...

USAC Sprint Car Top Gun Weekend Friday Results At Macon Speedway

Weedsport, NY

Set to fill every seat at Weedsport Speedway, the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series returns to the fan-favorite New York track for another Empire State Challenge on Sunday, July 28. It’ll be The Greatest Show on Dirt’s 14th trip to Weedsport Speedway and sole visit to...

1 MONTH ALERT: World of Outlaws Make New York Return For Sunday Night Special at Weedsport Speedway

Virginia State

South Boston, VA

SOUTH BOSTON, Va. — Connor Hall felt like South Boston Speedway had not been a good track for him. In his only previous start in the Thunder Road Harley-Davidson 200 at the quarter-mile oval he finished 15th in 2022. It appears Hall’s mind may have changed. The 2023...

Hall Captures First Leg Of Virginia Late Model Triple

Macon, GA

The USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship makes its way to Macon Speedway on Saturday, June 29 for the second night of Top Gun Weekend. FloRacing's live stream of the race is expected to begin at approximately 6:35 p.m. ET. Let's take a look at the Draft Kings odds and...

USAC Betting: Odds, Prop Bets For USAC Sprints Saturday At Macon Speedway

Oklahoma City, OK

BARRE, Vt. — Sam Caron won the 75-lap Flying Tiger feature Thursday night at Thunder Road Int’l Speedbowl. The first 14 laps saw polesitter Caron set a blistering pace ahead of Brandon Gray and Kevin Streeter before the first caution on the frontstretch. The restart saw another hardnosed side-by-side battle between Caron and Gray before Caron again barnstormed away with a three car-length lead.

Caron & Gravel Are Thunder Road Aces

Peru, IN

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Logansport, IN

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Logansport, Ind. – The Indiana State Police (ISP) are seeking the public's assistance in locating 14-year-old Bryson Muir, who is believed to be missing and endangered. Investigators from ISP have recently communicated with Bryson's parents, Daniel and Kristen Muir. Despite their initial lack of cooperation, they have begun to show signs of willingness to assist in the investigation. However, Bryson has yet to be seen or located by ISP or the Cass County Department of Child Services (DCS).

UPDATE: Urgent Search Intensifies for Endangered 14-Year-Old Bryson Muir!

Massachusetts State

Southwick, MA

Relive all of the action from The Wick 338 at Southwick National in Southwick, Massachusetts, part of the 2024 Pro Motocross Championship.

Highlights: 2024 Pro Motocross Round 5, Southwick

Fowler, IL

Farmer City, IL

FARMER CITY, Ill. — Michael Long hit a milestone with the Summit Racing Equipment Modified Nationals Friday night at Farmer City Raceway, picking up his 10th Hell Tour win – and third of the season. Long, of Fowler, Ill., led all 25 laps of the main event, holding...

Long Scores 10th Hell Tour Win, Third Of Season At Farmer City

As Rocky Mountain Race Week enters its fifth day, the excitement and adrenaline among racers and fans alike show no signs of stopping. Today’s destination: Mo-Kan Dragway, nestled on the border between Kansas and Missouri. This leg of the journey promises both challenges on the track and scenic beauty off it as racers cover ground from Thunder Valley Raceway Park to this historic venue.

Rocky Mountain Race Week: Entering Day 5 at Mo-Kan Dragway

Nichols, NY — May Baby (Braxten Boyd) captured the $16,000 featured Open Trot at Tioga Downs on Saturday (June 29). May Baby ($5.70) darted out to the front and led to the quarter in :27.3. She used a :30.3 second quarter to be first to the half in :58.1. Joxter (Dan Daley) came first-up and challenged for the lead going down the backstretch. May Baby maintained a short lead to three-quarters in 1:26.2.

May Baby victorious in Tigoa feature

Wisconsin State

Cedar, MI

NEW RICHMOND, Wis. — More than 5,000 drivers have competed with the World of Outlaws, but only 152 of them can call themselves winners with The Greatest Show on Dirt. And even less can call themselves multi-time winners — such as Brock Zearfoss. His first win came in...

Zearfoss Reflects On 2022 Cedar Lake Score

ELKHART LAKE, Wis. — Rafa Matos drove to victory for the fourth time this season at Road America, earning his 24th career triumph as the CUBE 3 Architecture TA2 Series’ winningest driver in history. After starting second, Matos made an early pass for the lead and was a...

Matos Does It Again In Trans-Am Action

Top Fuel points leader Doug Kalitta made the fastest run in track history on Saturday at Summit Motorsports Park, picking up the win in the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge and cementing his No. 1 qualifier position at the 18th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. Austin Prock (Funny Car), Greg Anderson...

Kalitta, Prock & Anderson Sweep Qualifying, #2Fast2Tasty Challenge

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SCoNE At Bear Ridge Speedway Postponed To Sunday

BRADFORD, Vt. — The McGee Automotive Family Sprint Cars of New England Tour will have to wait one more day to race at Bear Ridge Speedway....

SCoNE At Bear Ridge Speedway Postponed To Sunday

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