BRL OUTLAWS S37 R11 Recap

14 December 2024
Bootleg Racing League | Season 37 | Round 11
Outlaw Modified Series | Five Flags Speedway

The Bootleg Racing League’s Outlaw SK Modified Invitational Series wrapped up an electrifying season 37 on Saturday, December 14th, at Five Flags Speedway. All eyes were on the championship battle as John Heyn entered the finale holding a slim 4-point lead over defending champion Todd Liston. With everything on the line, the 24-car field lined up under the lights for one last night of 2024 racing.

James Lowe led the charge from the pole, quickly establishing himself as the car to beat while Ruben Altice and Lowell Jewell fought fiercely for 2nd. Liston, starting from 5th, immediately began working his way forward, gaining a slight edge over Heyn, who methodically climbed the order in pursuit of his rival. By lap 20, Liston had settled into 2nd, just behind Lowe, with Heyn hot on his heels in 3rd.

Frequent early cautions provided plenty of restarts, with Heyn strategically positioning himself to avoid risk while staying close enough to maintain his championship hopes. However, on lap 30, disaster struck. Heading into turn 3, Liston checked up to avoid contact with Lowe, and Heyn couldn’t react in time. He collided with Liston, spinning out and becoming entangled in a multi-car pileup. Heyn’s race—and his championship hopes—were effectively dashed, as significant damage relegated him to the rear of the field.

With his closest competitor out of contention, Liston shifted to a conservative strategy. He allowed Kurt Smith to move past and challenge Lowe for the lead, focusing on keeping his car clean and maintaining a podium position. The race saw an extended green flag run to the finish, with Lowe dominating up front and cruising to victory. Behind him, Liston stayed out of trouble, shadowing Smith to secure a 3rd-place finish and, more importantly, his 3rd Outlaw SK Modified Invitational Series championship.

The dramatic season finale solidified Todd Liston’s legacy in the series, capping off a season filled with fierce competition and unpredictable moments. The Bootleg Racing League will return after the holidays, kicking off the new season on Saturday, January 4th, 2025. Catch all the action live at 7:40 PM ET on the Virtual Grip Network!