{"id":25530,"date":"2018-05-02T16:02:02","date_gmt":"2018-05-02T16:02:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/karnac.com\/flanews\/?p=25530"},"modified":"2018-05-02T16:05:31","modified_gmt":"2018-05-02T16:05:31","slug":"doubleheader-awaits-lucas-oil-late-models","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/karnac.com\/flanews\/upcoming-events\/doubleheader-awaits-lucas-oil-late-models\/","title":{"rendered":"Doubleheader Awaits Lucas Oil Late Models"},"content":{"rendered":"

BATAVIA, OH (May 2, 2018)<\/strong>\u00a0– A weekend doubleheader awaits the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, at Tazewell Speedway on May 4 followed by Florence Speedway on May 5.<\/p>\n

Tazewell Speedway, widely known as the world\u2019s fastest 1\/3-mile oval is accustomed to thrilling, edge of your seat racing action, lap after lap. The stars of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series are expected to challenge regional standouts such as: Dakotah Knuckles, Shanon Buckingham, Billy Ogle Jr., Casey Roberts, Robby Moses, Brian Smith, Chicky Barton, and more.<\/p>\n

Friday\u2019s event at Tazewell Speedway, the Toyota Knoxville 50 presented by Ted Russell Ford and Secret City Dodge-Jeep, will feature a complete program of: Miller Welders Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, and a 50-lap, $12,000-to-win main event. The Sportsman Late Models, Classic Cars, and Four Cylinders will also be in competition at Tazewell Speedway on May 4.<\/p>\n

The Tazewell Motor Lodge is the Official Host Hotel of Tazewell Speedway and the Toyota Knoxville 50. Visit\u00a0www.tazewellmotorlodge.com<\/a>\u00a0or call (423) 626-7229 to make a reservation.<\/p>\n

Tazewell Speedway is located just two miles northwest of Tazewell, Tennessee at 1400 Bacchus Road. For additional information, visit\u00a0www.tazewellspeedway.net<\/a>\u00a0or call (423) 626-2222.<\/p>\n

On Saturday, Florence Speedway will host the 32nd Annual Ralph Latham Memorial, in honor of the late Ralph Latham. Latham, a long-time Cincinnati area racer, lost his battle with cancer in August of 1986. The event will feature a complete program of: Miller Welders Time Trials, Heat Races, and B-Mains – highlighted by the 50-lap, $12,000-to-win main event. The Open Wheel Modifieds and Crate Late Models will also be in action on Saturday, May 5.<\/p>\n

The historic 1\/2-mile oval has produced some of the most memorable events in series history. Following a recent victory, Nick Latham, grandson of the late Ralph Latham, leads the current Florence Speedway championship standings. Latham, along with many other Florence Speedway aces and regional standouts will battle the stars of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series in pursuit of the $12,000 top prize.<\/p>\n

The Official Host Hotel of Florence Speedway is the Hilton Cincinnati Airport, located at Exit 182 (Turfway Road) off I-75\/71 in Florence, KY. To make a reservation, call (859) 371-4400 and ask for the Florence Speedway rate or\u00a0click here<\/a>\u00a0to book online.<\/p>\n

Florence Speedway is located in Northern Kentucky, approximately 25 miles south of Cincinnati, Ohio on US 42. Additional information can be obtained by visiting\u00a0www.florencespeedway.com<\/a>, or call the speedway office at (859) 493-0034.<\/p>\n

Lucas Oil Championship Standings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
POS<\/td>\nCAR #<\/td>\nDRIVER NAME<\/td>\nHOMETOWN<\/td>\nPOINTS<\/td>\nTRAIL BY<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
1<\/td>\n49<\/td>\nJonathan Davenport<\/td>\nBlairsville, GA<\/td>\n2540<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2<\/td>\n1R<\/td>\nJosh Richards<\/td>\nShinnston, WV<\/td>\n2425<\/td>\n-115<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3<\/td>\n0<\/td>\nScott Bloomquist<\/td>\nMooresburg, TN<\/td>\n2325<\/td>\n-215<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4<\/td>\n1<\/td>\nEarl Pearson Jr.<\/td>\nJacksonville, FL<\/td>\n2285<\/td>\n-255<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
5<\/td>\n32<\/td>\nBobby Pierce<\/td>\nOakwood, IL<\/td>\n2230<\/td>\n-310<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
6<\/td>\n39<\/td>\nTim McCreadie<\/td>\nWatertown, NY<\/td>\n2210<\/td>\n-330<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7<\/td>\n20<\/td>\nJimmy Owens<\/td>\nNewport, TN<\/td>\n2160<\/td>\n-380<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8<\/td>\n5<\/td>\nDon O’Neal<\/td>\nMartinsville, IN<\/td>\n2095<\/td>\n-445<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9<\/td>\n40B<\/td>\nKyle Bronson \u00ae<\/td>\nBrandon, FL<\/td>\n2060<\/td>\n-480<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9<\/td>\n14<\/td>\nDarrell Lanigan<\/td>\nUnion, KY<\/td>\n2060<\/td>\n-480<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11<\/td>\n71<\/td>\nHudson O’Neal<\/td>\nMartinsville, IN<\/td>\n2055<\/td>\n-485<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12<\/td>\n22<\/td>\nGregg Satterlee<\/td>\nIndiana, PA<\/td>\n1915<\/td>\n-625<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
13<\/td>\n28<\/td>\nDennis Erb Jr.<\/td>\nCarpentersville, IL<\/td>\n1830<\/td>\n-710<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
14<\/td>\n25Z<\/td>\nMason Zeigler \u00ae<\/td>\nChalk Hill, PA<\/td>\n1825<\/td>\n-715<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

\u00ae = Rookie of the Year Contender<\/p>\n

Track Information<\/strong>:
\nTazewell Speedway
\nPhone Number: 423-626-2222
\nEvent Promoter: Gary Hall
\nLocation: 1400 Bacchus Road, Tazewell, TN 37879
\nWebsite:\u00a0www.tazewellspeedway.net<\/a><\/p>\n

Florence Speedway
\nPhone Number: 859-485-7591
\nEvent Promoter: Josh King
\nLocation: 12234 US Hwy 42, Walton, KY 41094
\nWebsite:\u00a0www.florencespeedway.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Tire Rule for May 4 \u2013 May 5<\/strong>:
\nLeft Rear\/Fronts – Hoosier Rib 28.5 – 1350
\nRight Rear – Hoosier 03, LM40<\/p>\n

*Must use the same set of 4 tires for Time Trials, Heat Races, and B-Main.
\n*For the A-Main, competitors may use a new right rear tire.
\n*Cutting and\/or siping of any tire IS allowed.<\/p>\n

Event Purse<\/strong>: 1. $12,000, 2. $5,500, 3. $3,500, 4. $2,750, 5. $2,250, 6. $1,800, 7. $1,500, 8. $1,300, 9. $1,200, 10. $1,100, 11. $1,075, 12. $1,050, 13. $1,025, 14. $1,000, 15. $1,000, 16. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 19. $1,000, 20. $1,000, 21. $1,000, 22. $1,000, 23. $1,000, 24. $1,000<\/p>\n

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For the latest breaking news concerning the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, including the latest series standings, 2018 tour schedule, driver information, and more visit the official website at:\u00a0www.lucasdirt.com<\/a>.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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