YYR Tour Modified Series S2R01 | Daytona International Speedway
Get ready for the adrenaline rush of the season as the second season of YYR roars to life! It kicked off on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, with a thrilling showdown that set the stage for an exhilarating 14-race series, concluding on November 11, 2025. Every Tuesday at 8:30pm ET, fans are in for a treat as the Virtual Grip Network brings these electrifying races to your screens live on YouTube, showcasing the heart-pounding action of Tour Modified racing, which boasts roots going back to the iconic 1966 season.
Rex Hoyle and Jerry Isaacs led a massive 30-car field onto the hallowed grounds of Daytona International Speedway for the Season 2 Round 01 of the YesterYear Tour Modified Series. Isaacs stormed off the line with a fantastic start, darting ahead, only to be quickly caught by a tightly packed field – bumper to bumper, these modifieds were ready for battle! A near disaster loomed on turns three and four as a car grazed the yellow line, but the driver skillfully maintained control, keeping the race alive and electrifying. As the race unfolded on Lap 3, it became clear that the frontrunners were settling into a furious two-by-two formation, drafting and outpacing the competition. But chaos reignited on Lap 5 when a car careened through the grass without a caution flag flying, keeping the momentum going! By Lap 6, the top six cars formed a single-file line, extending their lead to about a second ahead of the rest, while Lap 7 saw the first caution of the night triggered when a car slammed into the wall. The pit stops under caution due to fuel concerns on Lap 11 shook things up as Isaacs and Dale Copeland emerged to lead the pack. Over the next laps, three distinct racing packs formed, with the top six cars seeking glory at the front and a lone tandem battle forming behind.
Fast forward to Lap 36, and a new leader emerged – Mark Fisch, with Jonathan Theer providing a mighty push from behind! The intensity cranked up again with green flag pit stops on Lap 41 as the tension hung in the air. On Lap 42, Copeland seized the lead, but a twist as he pitted on Lap 43 saw the lead pass to Ken Allen. The drama intensified on Lap 47 when Isaacs surged back into the top spot, making a daring outside move from third! Lap 53 saw Gavin Adams nipping at Isaacs’ heels, seizing the lead in a spectacular twist of fortune. As we entered the later stages, lead changes became common, with Isaacs and Allen exchanging blows as they tore through the track. By Lap 58, Isaacs and Allen crafted a two-car pack, looking unstoppable as they approached the finale. Then it came down to the wire! The excitement surged on Lap 70 with pit stops once again shaking up the leaderboard. Isaacs, with a solid four-second lead, rejoined the action, but Fisch and Adams weren’t backing down, making a fierce comeback. Fisch took command on Lap 81, leaving everyone on the edge of their seats! As the final lap approached, Isaacs and Allen built an impressive eight-second cushion over Adams and Liston, but Liston had different plans. Lap 98 saw him make a critical move, passing Adams for third. With the tension building, lapped traffic disrupted Allen’s momentum, and in a heart-pounding moment, Isaacs, 0.3 seconds behind, battled the lap cars only to brush against the apron, losing crucial speed. In a breathtaking finish, Allen capitalized on the situation, catching Isaacs as they charged towards the checkered flag. With a burst of speed, he snatched the victory right from Isaacs’ grasp! Todd Liston rounded out the amazing podium performance, finishing third after starting way back in 21st!
Don’t miss the next electrifying chapter in the YesterYear Tour Modified racing saga as Round 02 fires up at South Boston Speedway on Tuesday, March 25th, at 8:35pm ET on VGN! Buckle up, because the excitement is just getting started!
Highlights
🏆 Ken Allen wins the YesterYear Tour Modified Series Season 02 Round 01 race at Daytona International Speedway.
🚀 Scott Negus was the biggest mover, gaining 21 spots, racing from 30th to 9th!
🏁 The race featured many lead changes, exciting pack and single file racing, green flag pit stops and only one caution for 100 laps.
BRL Late Model Invitational S29R08 | Southern National Speedway
Get ready for a thrilling race as Ed Sprenger and Scott Negus lead the field to kick off Season 29 Round 08 at the iconic Southern National Speedway! As the green flag waved, Sprenger hit the loud pedal while Negus attempted a daring move on the outside. However, things got a bit dicey as Negus lost traction on the exit, settling back in line, and causing an early caution on Lap 2.
But don’t worry, the excitement resumed on Lap 7! Sprenger and Negus were back on it, with Sprenger making a phenomenal jump at the restart, forcing Negus to tuck in behind him. Meanwhile, Bruce Pearson was holding strong in 3rd, but Lowell Jewell was hot on his heels in 4th. The battle heated up as Jewell found an opening on Lap 16, diving inside of Pearson. Side by side they went for a nail-biting moment, but Jewell completed the pass, leaving Pearson to fend off John Heyn, who was gunning for 5th and successfully secured the position.
Lap 20 brought some drama, as Negus caught up with Sprenger. The tension escalated, and like a flash, Negus sped past Sprenger, taking the lead on Lap 21! Meanwhile, Heyn wasn’t done yet; he waged an epic battle against Pearson for 4th and emerged victorious by Lap 25! With a quarter of the race down, Negus and Sprenger had carved out a solid 1-second lead over Jewell in 3rd.
But hold on tight! A caution on Lap 34 had everyone on their toes. When racing resumed on Lap 40, Negus took off into the lead with Sprenger close behind. The crowd was buzzing with excitement as Jewell and Heyn went toe to toe for 3rd; Heyn tried to hold on outside, but Jewell showcased his dominance and slipped past.
As the action continued, Stephen Spies snagged 4th from Heyn, making his presence known. Spies then set his sights on Jewell, securing 3rd on Lap 47—what a move! James Lowe was not to be outdone, edging into the top 5 and battling Jewell furiously! Lowe made his way up to 2nd, overtaking Sprenger on Lap 61. Meanwhile, Spies was trying every trick in the book to pass Sprenger for 3rd, but Sprenger firmly shut the door on Lap 65.
The tension thickened with a caution on Lap 80, leading into a dramatic restart on Lap 88 with Negus and Lowe fighting for glory at the front. Negus took off again, while Lowe put up a solid fight from the outside, but a determined Adam Schoen hounded them in 3rd. As the race dwindled down, positions were fierce from 4th to 12th, creating a whirlwind of heart-pounding action!
In the end, Scott Negus crossed the finish line first, claiming victory, followed closely by the relentless James Lowe and the tenacious Adam Schoen!
Don’t miss out on more exhilarating Late Model racing action next Saturday, March 1st at 9:10pm ET for Round 09 at Oswego Speedway! Buckle up!
Highlights
🏆 Scott Negus wins the BRL Late Model Invitational Series Season 29 Round 08 race at Southern National Speedway.
🚀 Adam Schoen was the biggest mover, gaining 17 spots, racing from 20th to 3rd!
🏁 The race featured three leaders with five lead changes. Scott Negus led the most with 78 laps followed by Ed Sprenger with 20 laps and James Lowe with two laps.
YesterYear Racing IROC Series | S1R1 | Daytona International Speedway
YesterYear Racing kicked off its highly anticipated International Race of Champions (IROC) series on February 18th at Daytona International Speedway, streaming live on Virtual Grip Network. This series aims to recreate the adrenaline-fueled excitement of the classic 1985 IROC, featuring the powerful iracing Cadillac CTS-V cars. Top champions from various leagues joined the fray, including OBRL, Red Light Racing (RLR), Bootleg Racing League (BRL), and YesterYear Racing (YYR).
Season 1 Round 1 dazzled fans with 15 elite drivers. J R Shepherd (BRL) thundered to pole position with Sean Foltz (OBRL) on his tail. Shepherd and Josh Robinson (OBRL) surged on the inside as the green flag waved, while Foltz and Brian Bianchi (YYR) mounted a fierce outside challenge. By Lap 2, Tom Ogle (OBRL) attempted a daring third line, showcasing the intense competition. The excitement peaked as they went three-wide at the finish line on Lap 4, with only fractions of a second separating them! A push from Lloyd Moore (OBRL) nudged him into the wall but miraculously did not cause a crash, although he lost crucial positions.
As the race unfolded, the drivers maintained heart-stopping three-wide action. On Lap 18, Robinson made a bold move, surging in front of Shepherd as Bianchi led the middle row. The middle line began to gain momentum, allowing Foltz to come alive in the mix. Pitting strategies on Lap 43 and subsequent green flag stops shuffled the deck, but soon Shepherd and Todd Liston (BRL) took charge, getting support from Jeffery Hardin (BRL) and Geoffery Souza (RLR), who quickly closed the gap.
With adrenaline pumping, Hardin leaped to the outside line on Lap 71, leading a fierce charge, but once again, Shepherd’s inside line fought back. The final laps saw intense trading of positions, with Shepherd slipping back as Liston made his move. It came down to a thrilling finish on the last lap; Hardin and Souza battled fiercely, bumping and trading paint as they raced to the line. Jeffery Hardin clinched the victory, with Geoffrey Souza just behind in a thrilling second and Brian Bianchi close behind in third.
This race was a true edge-of-your-seat spectacle, showcasing exhilarating three-wide racing and an electrifying finish! Don’t miss the next round on June 10th at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course at 8:30pm ET, only on VGN!
HIGHLIGHTS!
🏆Jeffery Hardin of BRL wins Season 1 Round 1 of YesterYear Racing IROC!
📈Geoffrey Souza (RLR) was the biggest mover of the race finishing 2nd after starting 13th!
🏁There were 23 lead changes with 6 leaders! J R Shepherd (BRL) led the most (36) followed by: Sean Foltz (OBRL) (13), Josh Robinson (OBRL) (13), Jeffery Hardin (BRL) (9), Brian Bianchi (YYR) (8), and Tom Ogle (OBRL) (1).
BRL Late Model Invitational S29R07 | Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway
The excitement was palpable as Season 29 Round 07 thundered to life at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway! Ed Sprenger and Bruce Pearson took the front row, with Sprenger swiftly clearing Pearson off the start. But not for long! Pearson showcased his skill on turns 3 and 4, making a daring pass to lead the first lap.
However, a caution on Lap 2 brought the action to a brief halt. Once the green flag waved again on Lap 5, it was an explosive restart with Pearson and Sprenger leading the pack. Pearson launched ahead, while Sprenger battled Chris Davis for second place, ultimately holding him off as Davis settled in third.
Davis wasn’t done yet, though! He fired his engines on Lap 9, looking to get past Sprenger but got a bit loose and had to regroup. He made another bold attempt on Lap 16, getting under Sprenger in turns 3 and 4, but Sprenger’s momentum on the outside kept him ahead. A bump on the backstretch later, Davis finally snagged second, with James Lowe sliding up to third.
The plot thickened on Lap 24 when Davis went for the lead, diving inside Pearson, finally taking control on Lap 25. Lowe followed suit, displacing Pearson to second, leaving the former leader to fight for his position. Davis and Lowe began to stretch their lead, creating a one-second gap over third-place Pearson by Lap 31.
Just as it looked like they might pull away for good, caution struck again on Lap 43. The stage was set for a thrilling restart! On Lap 48, Davis and Lowe were back in the front, with Davis exploding off the line but Lowe quickly slid into second. Aiden Young wasn’t far behind, plotting his attack into third.
Lap 51 saw Lowe and Davis go head-to-head, exchanging fierce positions down the backstretch, and Lowe ultimately took the lead on Lap 52. Yet, the action paused again with a caution on Lap 53, setting up for exciting intensity when they returned to racing on Lap 57.
When the green flag dropped once more, Lowe leapt ahead while Davis ducked in to secure second from Young. But Young wasn’t backing down, battling Davis on Lap 66 to reclaim his position. Caution resumed on Lap 79, setting the scene for yet another restart on Lap 83.
As the race progressed, Lowe and Young maintained control until another caution on Lap 88 halted their momentum. With heightened anticipation, the restart on Lap 93 kept Lowe and Young in a fierce duel at the front. Lowe continued to fend off Young’s advances but not without a challenge.
The final showdown arrived with a Green-White-Checker finish. As Lowe and Young led the charge, it seemed Young faltered just enough for Davis to find his moment alongside him. But a surge off turn 2 let Young reclaim second, while Davis and Liston fought for third at the line.
In the thrilling conclusion, James Lowe claimed victory in Season 29 Round 07, with Aiden Young finishing in a nail-biting second and Chris Davis securing third just at the finish line. What an incredible race!
Mark your calendars, because the excitement continues with Season 29 Round 08 at Southern National Speedway next Saturday, February 22nd at 9:10pm ET. You won’t want to miss a minute of the action!
Highlights
🏆 James Lowe wins the BRL Late Model Invitational Series Season 29 Round 08 race at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway.
🚀 John Heyn was the biggest mover, gaining 16 spots, racing from 21st to 5th!
🏁 The race featured three leaders with two lead changes. Bruce Pearson led 23 laps, followed by Chris Davis with 27 laps and race winner James Low with 50 laps led.
BRL Late Model Invitational S29R06 | Myrtle Beach Speedway
The engines roar to life as Mark Hertzog and Aiden Young bring the field to green for the exhilarating Season 29 Round 06 racing showdown at the legendary Myrtle Beach Speedway! With a thunderous start, Hertzog blazes ahead while Young hesitates, allowing Scott Negus to dart into 2nd position. Negus, feeling the thrill, dives inside Hertzog as they charge into turns 1 and 2 and seizes the lead on Lap 4!
Just when the excitement peaks, caution waves on Lap 11, momentarily halting the action. But once racing resumes on Lap 16, it’s business as usual with Negus and Hertzog leading the pack. Negus surges forward, and Hertzog mirrors the move, powering up on the outside, keeping a watchful eye on Joseph Snyder as he settles for 3rd.
Fast forward to Lap 40, where James Lowe makes his move, overtaking Snyder for 3rd place while Hertzog is relentlessly pursuing Negus, who had built an early lead of up to 0.5 seconds. By Lap 63, tensions rise as Hertzog pulls to the inside of Negus, the two racing side by side for a thrilling moment, but Negus holds firm at the front.
Lap 70 brings lapped traffic into the mix, creating a dramatic spectacle as the top three navigate the chaos. A caution on Lap 92, with Negus pulling ahead to nearly a two-second lead over Hertzog, adds to the growing suspense, especially after 81 grueling green flag laps.
Once the race resumes on Lap 96, Negus and Hertzog charge out in front again. Negus, playing a strategic game, controls the pack and jumps ahead. But wait—James Lowe is on the attack, slipping inside Hertzog to claim 2nd place! With the finish line in sight, Lowe puts the pressure on Negus, but the clock runs out before he can make his move.
As the checkered flag waves, Scott Negus celebrates his hard-fought 2nd win of the season, with James Lowe stealing 2nd and Mark Hertzog rounding out the podium in 3rd.
Don’t miss a beat—join us next Saturday, February 15th at 9:10pm ET for more Late Model racing excitement as Season 29 Round 07 takes over Nashville Fairgrounds!
Highlights
🏆 Scott Negus wins the BRL Late Model Invitational Series Season 29 Round 06 race at Myrtle Beach Speedway.
🚀 Daryl Wineinger was the biggest mover, gaining 9 spots, racing from 24th to 15th!
🏁 The race featured two leaders for only one lead change. Mark Hertzog led the initial three laps before Scott Negus took over and ran the remaining 97 laps in the lead to win!
BRL Late Model Invitational S29R05 | Stafford Motor Speedway
Get ready for a wild ride as Chris Davis and Ed Sprenger kick off the green flag for Season 29 Round 05 at the iconic Stafford Motor Speedway! From the start, Davis takes the lead, while Sprenger expertly holds onto a solid 2nd place. Meanwhile, an epic showdown brews between Chris Haizlip and Bruce Pearson for the 3rd spot—it’s Haizlip who emerges victorious! Todd Liston swiftly moves past Pearson to claim 4th place. On Lap 5, Liston strikes again, challenging Haizlip and snatching 3rd, closely tailed by Tre Blohm, who is hungry for a podium finish! But by Lap 10, Blohm makes his move, overtaking Liston for 3rd.
As the tension rises, Sprenger presses Davis hard for the lead on Lap 11, inching right up to his back bumper. The action escalates on Lap 13 when Blohm dives inside Sprenger, wrestling for 2nd and successfully completing the pass! With every lap, the excitement builds and by Lap 17, Liston powers past Sprenger to grab 3rd.
The battle for the lead ignites as Blohm challenges Davis on Lap 18 and takes it! But in a dramatic twist, on Lap 43, Davis manages to sneak inside Blohm; Blohm’s daring over-under move fails as Liston stays firmly in 3rd. And just when the race couldn’t heat up more, the first caution of the night strikes on Lap 55 after a thrilling first half filled with electrifying side-by-side racing!
When racing resumes on Lap 60, the dynamic duo of Davis and Blohm duke it out upfront again, with Davis blasting off the restart while Liston slips inside Blohm to steal 2nd! Joseph Snyder, not to be outdone, also passes Blohm to take 3rd. But hold on—caution again on Lap 62!
As the track clears on Lap 66, it’s another showdown with Davis and Liston in the lead. Davis takes the upper hand early, but Liston isn’t backing down! He tries his luck at the inside on Lap 73, but Davis holds him off. Action continues as Blohm fights fiercely with Snyder on Lap 74, even going side by side, but he ultimately gains 3rd! On Lap 76, Liston is back at it, nudging for the lead beside Davis. There’s a slight bump, and just like that—Liston takes the lead on Lap 77, only to see yellow flags waving again on Lap 78.
The tension in the air is palpable as racing restarts on Lap 83—Liston and Davis are neck and neck again! But Ruben Altice doesn’t want to miss the action, launching an impressive move to go three-wide into Turn 2 with Blohm and Davis! Wow! And in perfect timing, Altice pushes through to seize 2nd, displacing a few drivers, including Davis who fights back but stays in 3rd.
With Liston feeling the heat, Altice closes a 1.5-second gap, charges in for the inside pass on Lap 97, and the two battle side by side! But Altice dives into Turn 1, clearing Liston for the lead on Lap 98. The crowd goes wild as Altice pulls ahead, leading the final laps to claim victory at Stafford Motor Speedway, marking his exhilarating 3rd win of the season! Todd Liston finishes strong in 2nd, with Chris Davis securing a well-earned 3rd.
What an electrifying race filled with adrenaline-pumping action all around! If you were on the edge of your seat, don’t miss the next thrilling round! Join us next Saturday, February 8th at 9:10pm ET for Round 06 racing at Myrtle Beach Speedway!
Highlights
🏆 Ruben Altice wins the BRL Late Model Invitational Series Season 29 Round 05 race at Stafford Motor Speedway.
🚀 Ruben Altice was the biggest mover, gaining 11 spots, racing from 12th to 1st!
🏁 The race featured four leaders for four lead changes. Chris Davis led the most with 51 laps, Tre Blohm led the second with 24 laps, followed by Todd Liston with 22 laps and Ruben Altice with 3 laps.
BRL Late Model Invitational S29R04 | Langley Speedway
Ed Sprenger and Scott Negus launched into the thrilling Season 29 Round 04 racing at Langley Speedway, igniting the crowd as they brought the field to green! Sprenger blasted off the line, taking command as he stormed through corner 1. However, Negus stumbled with a slow start, forcing him wide as Todd Liston seized the opportunity to dive inside for a solid 2nd place. The drama escalated early with a caution on Lap 2, which had fans on the edge of their seats!
When racing resumed on Lap 7, the excitement intensified with Sprenger and Liston leading the charge. Sprenger accelerated out front once more, but Negus had other plans—he made a daring move on Lap 9, setting his sights on Sprenger, and roared past to claim the lead on Lap 10! The action didn’t stop there; on Lap 27, Lowe slipped past Liston for 2nd place, displaying masterful skill.
As the stakes grew higher, a second caution waved on Lap 48, but the real fireworks started when the green flag returned on Lap 53 with Negus and Lowe in commanding positions. Negus executed a flawless restart, leaving Lowe to tuck in closely behind. Liston fought valiantly for 3rd, but Edward Foster and later Ruben Altice sneaked by, showcasing their racing prowess!
The tension mounted as Altice surged ahead, snatching 3rd just as the caution hit on Lap 60. Rejoining at Lap 65, Negus and Lowe held their ground, but Altice was eager to apply pressure. The next caution on Lap 71 only heightened anticipation for fans! Back to green on Lap 76, Negus and Lowe clashed fiercely at the front, as a struggling Lowe gave Altice a crack at 2nd, leading to yet another caution.
On Lap 81, it was a fierce contest with Negus and Lowe still battling it out. Negus blasted ahead, creating a gap for Lowe, while Altice relentlessly pressured Lowe for position. As the race unfolded towards the final laps, it was a heart-stopping moment when Myers shot past Lowe for 3rd on Lap 89, with Altice hot on Negus’s heels, narrowing the gap to just 0.5 seconds!
In an exhilarating finale, Scott Negus clinched victory in Season 29 Round 04 at Langley Speedway, crossing the finish line first, while the astoundingly quick Ruben Altice finished in 2nd, and the ever-determined Brennan Myers secured 3rd!
Join us next Saturday for more heart-pounding action with Season 29 Round 05 at Stafford Motor Speedway, kicking off at 9:10pm ET on VGN!
Highlights:
🏆 Scott Negus triumphs in the BRL Late Model Invitational Series Season 29 Round 04 race at Langley Speedway!
🚀 Ruben Altice and Bruce Pearson were the ultimate movers of the day, storming up 11 spots, racing from 13th to a stunning 2nd and 21st to a jaw-dropping 10th!
🏁 The race delivered a nail-biting ride with 2 leaders and 1 lead change, where Scott Negus commanded the race with an impressive 92 laps led, followed by Ed Sprenger with 8!
BRL Late Model Invitational S29R02 | Lanier National Speedway
Joseph Snyder and Bruce Pearson took the green flag for Season 29, Round 02 action at Lanier National Speedway. Snyder gained the advantage going into Turn 1, while Ruben Altice managed to sneak past Bruce Pearson to secure 2nd place. However, a caution on Lap 3 brought the field to a halt early in the race. When racing resumed on Lap 9, Snyder and Altice were at the front of the field again. Snyder pulled ahead, while Altice battled Pearson for the 2nd position. Altice successfully utilized the high line to maintain 2nd, forcing Pearson to settle for 3rd.
Another caution occurred on Lap 16. Racing resumed on Lap 21 with Snyder and Altice still in the lead. This time, they both had a nearly equal start, but a wreck on the restart caused another caution before leaving Turn 2. The race restarted once more on Lap 26, with Snyder and Altice again battling side by side in Turn 1. Snyder eventually cleared Altice, who then settled back into 2nd place, while Lowell Jewell climbed into 3rd.
On Lap 34, Altice looked inside Snyder and managed to pass him for the lead. Altice began to build a lead over Snyder. Another caution occurred on Lap 41. When racing resumed on Lap 45, Altice shot ahead, easily clearing the field as the top three quickly settled into single-file order. Spotlighted driver Scott Negus, who was already gaining positions, started applying pressure on Lowell Jewell for 3rd. They engaged in a side-by-side battle for several laps, but Negus eventually faded back as John Wilson looked to challenge for 4th. Negus made another attempt, this time getting inside Jewell and successfully passing him for 3rd place.
On Lap 89, Negus overtook Snyder for 2nd, but a caution came out just a lap later on Lap 90. Racing resumed on Lap 95 with Altice and Negus at the front. Altice cleared Negus for the lead, while Snyder attempted to make a move inside Negus but was unable to do so, as Negus maintained momentum on the outside line. Snyder settled into 3rd, facing pressure from Mark Hertzog.
Ruben Altice claimed victory in Round 2, marking his 2nd late model win. Scott Negus finished in 2nd place, successfully hitting the under as the spotlighted driver, while Mark Hertzog took 3rd.
Be sure to return next Saturday, January 18th, for Round 3 racing at Five Flags Speedway! Tune into VGN at 9:10 PM ET for more exciting late model racing!
Highlights
🏆 Ruben Altice wins the BRL Late Model Invitational Series Season 29 Round 02 race at Lanier National Speedway.
🚀 John Heyn was the biggest mover, gaining 18 spots, racing from 25th to 5th!
🏁 The race featured 2 leaders with 1 lead change. Ruben Altice led 67 laps followed by Joseph Snyder who led 33 laps.
BRL Late Model Invitational S29R01 | North Wilkesboro Speedway
Welcome to 2025 at Bootleg Racing League! This year kicks off with Season 29 Round 01 at North Wilkesboro Speedway. Joe Segalla and Todd Liston lead the field at the start of the first race of the season. Segalla gets a great jump and clears Liston for the lead. Liston has the option to choose lanes and opts for the inside of Segalla off of turn 2 but eventually backs off. Joseph Snyder follows closely in third place.
A battle for the lead causes a major wreck, impacting almost the entire field and momentarily turning the front stretch of North Wilkesboro into a chaotic scene. After the shuffle at the front, Jason Menda and Todd Cousins bring the field to green on Lap 11. Menda cleanly clears for the lead, while Cousins begins battling Bruce Pearson for second, managing to clear him and move to the inside. Pearson, now on the inside, fights with Aiden Young for third but ultimately loses the position to Young.
A caution on Lap 18 leads to a stack-up in Turn 2. Racing resumes on Lap 23 with Menda and Cousins leading the pack. Cousins stays close to Menda on the restart, racing side by side for a lap before Menda clears him for the lead. Young and Scott Negus engage in a battle for third, but another caution comes out on Lap 25.
When racing resumes on Lap 30, it’s Menda and Cousins up front again. This time, Menda gets a better start and maintains first place, with Cousins in second and Young in third by Lap 31. Another caution waves on Lap 34. Racing resumes on Lap 38 with Menda and Cousins at the front, and Menda clears Cousins into turn 1. Young and Negus once again battle for third.
On Lap 55, Young gets inside Cousins and starts to battle for second, successfully clearing him. Negus then moves in to take third from Cousins. By Lap 61, Young attempts to look inside of Menda, but as they get close to contact, Young wisely backs off to stay in second. A caution is called on Lap 75.
Racing resumes on Lap 80 with Menda and Young leading. Menda manages to clear Young and maintain the lead. Young tries to get a run on the outside of turn 2, crossing over to get inside of Menda, but he has to back off, dropping him to third as Negus takes second. On Lap 86, Negus challenges Menda for the lead, and they race side by side, but they end up wrecking when Menda tries to cross under and slightly tags the back of Negus.
This caution reshuffles the front once again, and now Young and Mike Holloway lead the field to green on Lap 92. Young clears first, and Holloway battles with Donny Moore on the outside, managing to hold onto second. Holloway looks to the inside of Young on Lap 97, racing side by side, and ultimately clears for the lead on Lap 98. Mark Hertzog and Donny Moore battle side by side for third, with Hertzog eventually clearing using the outside line.
Mike Holloway crosses the finish line first, claiming victory in the opening race of Season 29. Aiden Young finishes in second place, followed by Mark Hertzog in third.
There was some exciting action in this one and a great way to kick of 2025 and Season 29 of Bootleg Racing League Late Model action. Be sure to come back next Saturday for Season 29 Round 02 action at Lanier National Speedway at 9:10pm ET on VGN!
Highlights
🏆 Mike Holloway wins the BRL Late Model Invitational Series Season 29 Round 01 race at North Wilkesboro Speedway.
🚀 Mark Hertzog was the biggest mover, gaining 18 spots, racing from 21st to 3rd!
🏁 The race featured 5 leaders for 4 lead changes. Jason Menda led the most laps (79), followed by Aiden Young (9), Joe Segalla (6), Mike Holloway (5), and Joseph Snyder (1).
BRL Late Model Invitational S28R11 | Five Flags Speedway
It is Championship weekend at the BRL Late Model Series, and as the race begins, Bruce Pearson leads the standings with Kurt Smith just 6 points behind and Todd List only 7 points behind. Anything can happen over the course of 100 laps!
John Wilson and Scott Negus will start the race in front at Five Flags Speedway. Wilson and Negus remain side by side as they head into Turn 1. Negus gains some momentum on the outside, but Wilson clears him for first place after a strong inside run in Turns 3 and 4. Aiden Young joins the battle, challenging Negus for second place. Young successfully passes Negus and takes aim at Wilson for first. Todd Liston has recently passed Negus for third and is now positioned right behind the frontrunners.
On Lap 6, Aiden Young takes the lead, and Liston moves in to battle Wilson for second, fiercely trying to claim the Championship. By Lap 17, Todd Liston attempts to overtake Young for first place. Young retaliates and retakes the lead on Lap 25. The first caution of the night occurs on Lap 69.
Racing resumes on Lap 74 with Young and Liston at the front. Young clears Liston, with Negus sitting in third place. Another caution comes out on Lap 77. When racing resumes on Lap 82, Young and Liston are back in control. Young gets a strong launch, while Liston stalls momentarily, allowing Negus to move into second place. James Lowe starts working on Todd Liston for third.
On Lap 87, Championship contenders Liston and Pearson are racing in seventh and eighth positions, respectively. James Lowe manages to pass Negus, moving into second, but Aiden Young has built up a one-second lead with just three laps to go. Pearson looks to pass Liston and successfully clears him for seventh place.
Aiden Young claims the victory at Five Flags Speedway, with James Lowe finishing in second and Scott Negus in third. Bruce Pearson secures the season points lead and is crowned the Season 28 BRL Late Model Invitational Champion!
BRL will be off until 2025, where we will begin Season 29 Round 1 Late Model racing action at North Wilkesboro Speedway on Saturday, January 4t,h at9:10 pm ET.
Highlights
🏆 Aiden Young wins the BRL Late Model Invitational Series Season 28 Round 11 race at Five Flags Speedway.
🚀 James Lowe was the biggest mover, gaining 16 spots, racing from 18th to 2nd!
🏁 Bruce Pearson is the Season 28 Late Model Invitational Champion
