PGRL S6 W28 Recap

23 April 2024
Pretty Good Racing League | Season 6 | Week 28
Premier Series | Talladega Superspeedway

The Pretty Good Racing League’s thrilling duel races at Talladega Superspeedway on April 23rd, presented by MC² Editing Services, delivered edge-of-your-seat action and unexpected twists. In the first race, Michael Chrobok, the points leader, led the pack from the pole position.

With a smaller field, the 20-lap race unfolded rapidly, with drivers jockeying for position in a single pack. Chrobok maintained a strong presence near the front, poised to secure victory. However, on the final lap, Mike Rasimas surged to the inside line, challenging Chrobok for the lead. As they raced three-wide out of the last corner, chaos erupted in classic Talladega fashion.

A tangle between Woody Mahan and Thomas George sent Rasimas into Chrobok, creating a scramble for position. In a stunning turn of events, Justin Rector capitalized on the chaos, maneuvering from ninth place to snatch the race win.

The second race, featuring an additional 10 laps and mandatory pit stops, intensified the competition. The field exercised patience in the early stages, knowing the race would be decided by pit strategy. However, contact between Brian Yaczik and Rooster Rodden disrupted their night’s prospects.

As the race progressed, a five-car pack emerged at the front, led by Scott Eckrich. Rasimas and Chrobok executed lightning-fast pit stops, rejoining the lead group as Eckrich led the charge. In a frenetic final lap, Chrobok appeared poised for victory, but Matt Press seized an opportunity, surging low to claim the checkered flag.

Despite the nail-biting finish, Chrobok maintains a commanding 24-point lead over Rasimas in the standings. The anticipation builds for the next event at Iowa Speedway on April 30th, featuring back-to-back 75-lap races in the NASCAR Craftsman Trucks series, exclusively broadcast live on the Virtual Grip Network at 8:50 PM ET!