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Mees Works His Magic at Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile

  

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 6, 2024) – Reigning Grand National Champion Jared Mees (No. 1 Rogers Racing/SDI Racing/Indian Motorcycle FTR750) demonstrated his Mile mastery yet again with a victory in Saturday night’s Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile, Round 10 of the 2024 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing.

 

The Mission AFT SuperTwins Main Event at the “Magic Mile” was a race-long struggle of nerves and consistency. Mees attempted throughout to shake loose at the front while a three-rider pack of pursuers consisting of Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT), Brandon Price (No. 92 Memphis Shades/Sody Ent/OTBR Yamaha MT-07), and Briar Bauman (No. 3 Rick Ware Racing/KTM/Parts Plus KTM 790 Duke) did everything in their collective power to prevent that eventuality from playing out.

 

Daniels’ early strategy was to keep Mees corralled the best he could, continually running underneath him on corner entrance in hopes of limiting the Indian star’s opportunity to run with clear air in front of him.

 

Ultimately, the Estenson Racing ace was riding a tightrope in those efforts, and once Mees finally managed to maintain the lead for a full lap, he stretched open those crucial couple of tenths he needed to grasp a firm grip on the race. While he was unable to make an escape, the trio of contenders behind were also unable to draw back near enough to make any further assaults from that point forward.

 

That nearly changed when Dalton Gauthier’s (No. 79 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) bike broke with less than a minute remaining, resulting in a thick cloud of smoke that settled in across the track. The lack of visibility forced Mees to check up ever so slightly, allowing Daniels to close from more than a half-second back to just 0.234 seconds with only two laps remaining to decide the winner.

 

Mees stayed calm and regrouped to eked back out to a 0.389-second margin of victory at the flag. While unable to pull off the upset, Daniels did execute his secondary mission of minimizing any damage done to his championship hopes by holding on for second.

 

The victory was the 75th of Mees’ record-breaking career, moving him to within three of second-placed Chris Carr. It also elevated his career Mile wins mark to 28, just one behind Carr for second in the discipline as well.

 

“It felt really good, just to feel good again, honestly,” Mees said. “The bike worked really good from the start, and we knew coming in here we were going to be a big player. The Rogers Racing/SDI Insulation/Progressive Insurance Indian Motorcycle was really strong tonight. Big thanks to everyone… So many great people are big contributors to our success. I had a lot of fun tonight, for sure.”

 

Price earned his second podium of the season in third, just 0.055 seconds back of Daniels, while Bauman finished fourth less than a quarter of a second further in arrears.

 

Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing Indian FTR750) edged rookies Declan Bender (No. 70 GOMR/BriggsAuto.com/Martin Trucking Indian FTR750) and Trevor Brunner (No. 21 Mission Foods/Zanotti Racing Indian FTR750) for fifth in a fight that took place approximately six seconds behind the lead group.

 

Meanwhile, Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Indian FTR750) suffered a blow to his title efforts in eighth, with Cameron Smith (No. 34 RVR/KTM/Schaefer’s Motorsport KTM 790 Duke) and Jarod Vanderkooi (No. 20 JMC Motorsports/Fairway Ford Ohio Indian FTR750) rounding out the top ten.

 

The race served as a fitting conclusion the week-long celebration of motorcycle dirt track racing at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds in DuQuoin, Illinois, that also saw the sport’s future stars crowned at the 2024 Mission Foods AMA Flat Track Grand Championship, sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association, before the greatest riders of today took centerstage to put on a show.

 

2018 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award winner Daniels now leads 2001 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award winner Mees 216 to 197 in the fight for the 2024 Grand National Championship. Robinson was relegated to third at 186.

 

Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER

 

Chase Saathoff (No. 88 JPG Motorsports Honda CRF450R) finally pulled it off. After finishing less than 0.1 seconds from victory in the most recent five Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER Mile Main Events, the JPG Motorsports pilot took Saturday’s win by an official 0.001 seconds following ten minutes and two laps of epic pack-war action.

 

The high drama actually got underway even before the race itself did. Double defending champion Kody Kopp (No. 1 Rick Ware Racing/Parts Plus KTM 450 SX-F) lost his chain during the citing lap, threatening his participation in the race while promising to leave his hard-earned points lead in tatters.

 

While Kopp’s Rick Ware Racing crew frantically worked to fit a new chain in the Turn 4 area, the field blasted off and worked its way around to complete the opening lap.

 

Kopp was finally released into the fray one lap down, but his incredibly bad luck was swapped out for some incredibly good luck when a red flag was thrown as a result of debris on the racing line. That led to a complete restart, which put Kopp back in the fight and back on the lead lap, albeit forced to start from the back of the pack after failing to line up on the grid for the original start.

 

At the restart, Saathoff resumed his battle for first with the likes of Tom Drane (No. 59 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F), James Ott (No. 19 1st Impressions Race Team Husqvarna FC450), and Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R), among several others.

 

However, Kopp made the most of his second opportunity, powering his way all the way up from 18th and into the lead in the span of seven laps.

 

A 12-rider lead pack slowly whittled its way down to six by the time the clock hit zero. That was immediately reduced to five when race leader Lowe encountered a mechanical issue of his own moments after taking the two-to-go flags.

 

On the decisive final circulation, Kopp blew up pre-race favorite Drane’s last-lap strategy, pushing him up the track ever so slightly where the Aussie lost his drive and drifted back to fourth. Kopp then zeroed in on Saathoff, and the KTM-mounted champ very nearly pulled off the last-to-first win, coming up mere millimeters short of edging ahead of his opponent’s Honda as they stormed over the line.

 

While it was technically Saathoff’s second career victory, it was the first time he actually did so under live action with the checkered flag waving.

 

Afterward, he said, “The main thing for me was to focus on my job, and I had to have a gameplan the whole day. But that entire Main Event, I didn’t know what the heck was going on. I didn’t know if I should try to lead or make a pass at the finish. Towards the end, I came around Turn 3 and I was leading, and I thought, ‘I’m just gonna do it!’ It was a crazy race. I can’t thank everyone enough… I’m so happy I got to take the victory lap with Bryan (Bigelow). That meant the world to me.”

 

Third place went to Ott – his first podium of the season – just 0.044 seconds off the win and 0.044 seconds ahead of Drane. Fifth was taken by impressive rookie Evan Kelleher (No. 131 Schaefers Motorsports/South Shore Design KTM 450 SX-F), who slugged it out with the best riders in the class to finish just 0.204 seconds off the win.

 

Kopp’s potential championship catastrophe was not only avoided, he actually maintained his pre-race advantage of 32 points, only now with Saathoff back in second (225-193) and Drane falling to third at 188.

 

Next Up:

 

Progressive American Flat Track will return to action on Sunday, July 28, with the World Famous SC2 Peoria TT presented by Backyards Saloon at the Peoria Motorcycle Club in Peoria, Illinois. Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/peoriamotorcycleclub/events/peoria-tt-2024-80043 to secure your tickets today.

 

For those who can’t catch the action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Sign up now and catch every second of the on-track action, from the first practice to the victory podium, at https://flosports.link/aft.

 

FOX Sports coverage of the Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Sunday, July 14, at 12:00 p.m. ET (9:00 a.m. PT).

 

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

 

Daniels Devastates Rivals in Lima Blowout

  

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 29, 2024) – Grand National Championship leader Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) checked off another career goal with a peerless performance in this year’s edition of the Lima Half-Mile presented by Indian Motorcycle and Drag Specialties, Round 9 of the 2024 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing,

 

Despite lining up for Saturday’s Main Event as the only rider among the leading Mission AFT SuperTwins title contenders without a prior win at the Allen County Fairgrounds to his name – and despite Yamaha similarly being without a premier-class victory in the history of the fabled event in Lima, Ohio – Daniels was simply unstoppable from start to finish.

 

The Estenson Racing hero immediately leapt out into the lead and set about executing his escape. Ripping off a series of laps quicker than anyone had managed all day long, Daniels stretched out his advantage by big chunks over the race’s opening half.

 

With some three seconds separating him from Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Indian FTR750) and five from Jared Mees (No. 1 Rogers Racing/SDI Racing/Indian Motorcycle FTR750), Daniels was already deep into traffic by the race’s halfway point. Even after easing up late, he would go on to lap more than half the field before at last taking the checkered flag with nearly six-and-a-half seconds in hand.

 

Despite the one-sided nature of the win, there was still a fair amount of drama near the front. Reigning champion Mees reeled Robinson in from a couple seconds back, ultimately moving through with an inside-outside-inside maneuver as the clocks hit zero.

 

That development was actually to Daniels’ benefit – at least for the time being – as it allowed him to open his championship lead over second-ranked Robinson that much further. He now leads by 21-points over the Mission Roof Systems pilot (195-174) with the factory Indian ace two points further adrift in third (172).

 

Daniels said, “When you’re a little kid, there are just certain tracks you dream of winning. As soon as I got on that twin, something clicked (here), but I just got nipped by some really great riders. It was a tough pill to swallow because both years I was fast… I just knew I had to get the job done tonight.

 

“I got a good start, and I just put my head down those first few laps, and the rest is history. We made a little bit of a change before the Main Event, and I was a little bit skeptical on it. But (my crew) sat me down and said they trusted it, and whatever they trust, I trust. Things were just clicking; I felt like I was on a cloud just riding. What a night.”

 

Last year’s Lima HM winner, Briar Bauman (No. 3 Rick Ware Racing/KTM/Parts Plus KTM 790 Duke), got away in fourth but proved unable to match the torrid early pace at the front. Instead, he found himself fighting a losing battle in his attempt to keep Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing Indian FTR750) pinned behind him to hold the position to the end.

 

Brandon Price (No. 92 Memphis Shades/Sody Ent/OTBR Yamaha MT-07) finished five seconds back of the Fisher-Bauman fight in sixth, followed by Jarod Vanderkooi (No. 20 JMC Motorsports/Fairway Ford Ohio Indian FTR750) and Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650), who was actually the final rider still on the lead lap despite taking eighth.

 

Chad Cose (No. 49 CTR/Indian Motorcycle Of Oklahoma City Yamaha MT-07) and Cameron Smith (No. 34 RVR/KTM/Schaefer’s Motorsport KTM 790 Duke) completed the top ten.

 

Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER

 

Tom Drane (No. 59 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F) overcame the best efforts of a motivated Kody Kopp (No. 1 Rick Ware Racing/Parts Plus KTM 450 SX-F) to win the Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER Main Event at Lima.

 

While Chase Saathoff (No. 88 JPG Motorsports Honda CRF450R) took the holeshot from pole, Drane cut up underneath him to snatch away the lead exiting Turn 2 on the opening lap.

 

Even though Drane gapped the field by nearly one-and-a-half seconds by the time the race hit halfway, Kopp charged like a champion once he finally overhauled Saathoff and fixed his sights on the Australian.

 

The Rick Ware Racing star proceeded to eat up tenths per lap, closing to within a quarter of a second as the two encountered thick swaths of lapped traffic with just over a minute remaining.

 

Just as Kopp was attempting to execute a decisive move, the two stormed past a downed rider and then negotiated another pack of slower traffic that kicked up a wave of pea gravel. Whether Kopp expected a red flag, simply lost out through the lappers, or some combination of the two, Drane took full advantage of the chaos to emerge with his grip on the race resecured.

 

The Estenson Racing ace sailed on to earn his third victory of the season by just under a half second, snapping Kopp’s three-race win streak in the process.

 

Drane said, “(Lima’s) definitely similar to what we race back home… To be able to get this win feels so good. I can’t thank my whole team enough for all the effort they’ve put in and all the training we’ve done so we can race so hard the whole race. I could feel Kody coming towards the end there, and I had to really put those last laps together.”

 

Saathoff took a lonely third, but his sixth podium of the season wasn’t enough to prevent Drane from seizing control of second in the standings. Kopp still leads both challengers by a significant margin, 204-172-168.

 

The championship’s fourth- and fifth-ranked riders, Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R) and James Ott (No. 19 1st Impressions Race Team Husqvarna FC450), finished in those same positions on Saturday but only after chasing down promising rookie Evan Renshaw (No. 265 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R), who equaled his best-career Progressive AFT finish in sixth.

 

Aiden RoosEvans (No. 26 FRA Trust/ATV’s and More Yamaha YZ450F), Tyler Raggio (No. 55 Raggio Racing/Sluggo Racing KTM 450 SX-F), Travis Petton IV (No. 82 ECG Racing/A.M Ortega KTM 450 SX-F), and Logan Eisenhard (No. 66 Hannum’s Harley-Davidson KTM 450 SX-F) rounded out the top ten.

 

Next Up:

 

Progressive American Flat Track will conclude its month-long run of four consecutive races with the Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds in DuQuoin, Illinois, on Saturday, July 6. Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/trackenterprises/events/duquoin-mile-2024-80042 to secure your tickets today.

 

For those who can’t catch the action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Sign up now and catch every second of the on-track action, from the first practice to the victory podium, at https://flosports.link/aft.

 

FOX Sports coverage of the Lima Half-Mile, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Saturday, July 6, at 10:00 a.m. ET (7:00 a.m. PT).

 

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

 

Saddlemen set for AFT AdventureTrackers with Garcia and Eslick on Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special

Long Beach, CA (July 24, 2024) – Saddlemen Race Development is pleased to announce the expansion of our racing efforts to the Progressive American Flat Track Series in the recently announced AFT AdventureTrackers class to be held at the Sturgis TT on Sunday, August 11. Adventure bikes are the fastest growing two-wheel segment, and with proven success on the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special in the MotoAmerica SuperHooligans National Championship, the Saddlemen R&D Team had no hesitation putting together a program for the Sturgis TT. 

 

Riding the #14 Harley-Davidson Pan America is former Saddlemen Race Development bagger racer Frankie Garcia. Garcia has a long history of big bike racing with a background in Super Hooligan flat track and road racing as well as being one of the pioneers of the very popular Mission King of the Baggers Championship. 

“I’ve been psyched about this since I heard the first rumors about it,” says Garcia. “I’m a big supporter and fan of American Flat Track and love seeing the series evolve and expand into something new and exciting on top of their already established twins and singles classes. When I heard rumors about this new Adventure Tracker class, I was quick to ring the crew at Saddlemen and Harley-Davidson to try and put something together. I truly believe the H-D Pan America along with Saddlemen’s knowledge of the bike will be key to having success in this new class and I know it’s going to be a lot of fun.”

Joining Garcia on an identically prepared Harley-Davidson Pan America will be Oklahoma’s Danny Eslick. Eslick, a multi time Daytona 200 winner and road racing champion, flat track racer and former bagger racer will be an incredible asset to the team at the Sturgis TT. 

“This is really cool for me and sounds like it’s going to be a lot of fun,” Eslick explained. “I think with all my different backgrounds in racing so many styles of bikes and disciplines, this kind of racing will be right up my alley. I’m stoked for the opportunity to be a part of something new in the AFT series and hopefully I’ll be able to come out on top.” 

Saddlemen Race Development would like to thank our sponsors and partners in our effort to go AFT AdventureTracker racing including Harley-Davidson, Screamin’ Eagle, Mission Foods, Motul, NAMZ Custom Cycle Products, Bell Helmets, Barnett Clutches, Regina Chain, K&N Filter, Suicide 

 

Daniels Out, Beach in for 77th World Famous Peoria TT

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 24, 2024) – The time has finally arrived for the annual running of the World Famous SC2 Peoria TT presented by Backyards Saloon at the Peoria Motorcycle Club’s spectacular natural amphitheater in Peoria, Illinois, on Sunday, July 28. One of motorsports’ longest running and most fabled events, the 77th edition will serve as Round 11 of the 2024 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing.

 

The Grand National Championship outlook entering this weekend’s Peoria TT shifted radically with the shocking news that championship leader and local hero Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) will be unable to participate for the foreseeable future after suffering a broken femur in a training accident on Sunday.

 

Now recovering after undergoing successful surgery on Monday, the development is obviously a devastating blow to both Daniels and the Estenson Racing outfit after the rising star had built up 19-point advantage in the Mission AFT SuperTwins title fight on the strength of a perfect podium record.

 

While their premier-class championship ambitions have almost certainly put on hold until the 2025 season, Estenson Racing will move forward in the best possible manner this weekend by recruiting JD Beach (No. 95 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) to rejoin the effort in substitute duty. Beach, who shifted his focus back to Superbike racing this season, is one of the greatest TT riders in the history of the sport and the winner of the last three Peoria TTs while competing for Estenson Racing.

 

Daniels’ misfortune also has a massive impact on the quest of Jared Mees (No. 1 Rogers Racing/SDI Racing/Indian Motorcycle FTR750) to secure an unprecedented tenth Grand National Championship. A victory this weekend would move him that much closer to history while providing him with one of the few significant accomplishments he has yet to attain during his decorated dirt track career. The reigning champ has come close to winning here on numerous occasions over the years, having finished as the race’s runner-up a full seven times.

 

To do so, Mees will not only have to get past Beach, he'll also need to overcome his long-time rival, Briar Bauman (No. 3 Rick Ware Racing/KTM/Parts Plus KTM 790 Duke). Bauman stood atop the podium at Peoria in 2019 and has repeatedly reminded the world of that form in the years since, regularly pushing Beach at the front.

 

The weekend will also be pivotal for third-ranked Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Indian FTR750). Unlike his championship foes, Robinson does not come in with an extensive history of TT success. However, he has improved his form at Peoria in recent seasons, developing himself into a regular top-ten finisher. He needs to continue that upward trend and push for a top five in order to reignite his title hopes, currently just 11 points shy of Mees and with six rounds left in which to close that gap.

 

Several riders have spoiler potential, led by the likes of Jarod Vanderkooi (No. 20 JMC Motorsports/Fairway Ford Ohio Indian FTR750), who has taken three consecutive top fives at Peoria.

 

Other veterans to keep tabs on include Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing Indian FTR750), Dalton Gauthier (No. 79 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650), and Dan Bromley (No. 62 Memphis Shades/Vinson/Al Lamb’s Dallas Honda Transalp).

 

Meanwhile, a pair of 450cc winners at Peoria have stepped up to the Mission AFT SuperTwins ranks in '24 with the high-profile additions of Trevor Brunner (No. 21 Mission Foods/Zanotti Racing KTM 790 Duke) and Max Whale (No. 18 Latus Motors Racing/Liqui Moly Harley-Davidson XG750R).

 

Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER

 

No matter who wins this weekend in Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER competition, it is guaranteed that a new name will achieve Peoria TT immortality with no past event winners gracing this year’s entry list.

 

Prior to Brunner’s victory a year ago, both reigning class champion Kody Kopp (No. 1 Rick Ware Racing/Parts Plus KTM 450 SX-F) and rival Tom Drane (No. 59 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F) appeared destined to grab their first Peoria TT checkered flags before their respective efforts were undone by a pair of red flags. Title leader Kopp and third-ranked Drane – who have combined to win eight of ten races this season in addition to last year’s Peoria TT speed – are rightly viewed as the pre-race favorites.

 

Meanwhile, Illinois native Chase Saathoff (No. 88 JPG Motorsports Honda CRF450R) comes in fresh off a home-state victory in DuQuoin with hopes of making it two straight with his friends and family cheering him on. Saathoff has yet to podium at Peoria, but his fifth- and sixth-place finishers in his two prior attempts made his potential to excel at the circuit obvious.

 

The lack of a proven Peoria master leaves the door wide open for others to step forward and further their championship standing. Sitting just behind the top three is Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R), who is still seeking his first win on the season after claiming a pair a year ago.

 

James Ott (No. 19 1st Impressions Race Team Husqvarna FC450) has at last found his form, taking his first podium of the year last time out. That result came as his fourth top five in his most recent five starts, allowing him to both close on Lowe in fourth and open up a bit of separation in fifth ahead of fellow Californians Travis Petton IV (No. 82 ECG Racing/A.M Ortega KTM 450 SX-F), Tarren Santero (No. 75 Vinson Construction/P&M Motorcycles Honda CRF450R) and Tyler Raggio (No. 55 Raggio Racing/Sluggo Racing KTM 450 SX-F).

 

And rising forces Evan Renshaw (No. 265 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R) and Logan Eisenhard (No. 66 Hannum’s Harley-Davidson KTM 450 SX-F) would love to make waves this weekend with a big outing.

 

There will be plenty beyond just the race action for fans to enjoy throughout the day on Sunday, including numerous vendors, expansive food and beverage options, and dedicated motorcycle parking.

 

General Admission Grandstand tickets are just $35 (kids 12 and under free with a paid adult General Admission ticket), while VIP Pass tickets, which include admission to the Turn 1 VIP lounge are $150 (all ages). The Pit Pass Upgrade grants access to the pit area for $40 ($20 for kids 12 and under).

 

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/peoriamotorcycleclub/events/peoria-tt-2024-80043 to reserve your seats today.

 

Gates will open for fans at 9:00 a.m. ET (6:00 a.m. PT) with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. ET (11:30 a.m. PT). You can catch the livestream of all the weekend’s racing activities on FloRacing. Motorsports fans can subscribe to FloRacing to enjoy over 1,000 live motorsports events in 2024. FloSports is available by visiting https://flosports.link/aft or by downloading the FloSports app on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast.

 

FOX Sports coverage of the World Famous SC2 Peoria TT presented by Backyards Saloon, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Sunday, August 4, at 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. PT).

 

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

 

Gear Up for Racing at Black Hills Speedway in 2 WEEKS

 

 

Black Hills Harley-Davidson Named Title Sponsor of Black Hills Half-Mile

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 23, 2024) – Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, is pleased to announce that Black Hills Harley-Davidson will serve as the title sponsor for the Black Hills Harley-Davidson Black Hills Half-Mile at Black Hills Speedway in Rapid City, South Dakota, on Tuesday, August 6.

 

Black Hills Harley-Davidson has a proud history of involvement in Progressive AFT, having fielded race-winning teams in recent years. It also happens to boast the largest selection of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, parts, accessories, and apparel to be found anywhere in the Midwest. Black Hills Harley-Davidson is also fabled for its starring role in the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally each year, where it plays host to over 100 of the industry’s top brands on its 40-acre layout in what it known as “The Rally at Exit 55.”

 

General Admission Grandstand tickets are just $30 (kids 12 and under $5), while Reserved Grandstand tickets are only $15 more (all ages). For another $50, the Pit Pass Upgrade provides all-day access to the pit area where fans can scope out the world’s fastest dirt track motorcycles and get up close and personal with the stars of the sport. 

 

Fans also have the opportunity to receive the VIP treatment by selecting a special ticket option that provides access to the exclusive, premium indoor VIP viewing area and includes food, beverage, and a Pit Pass for $125.

 

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/black-hills-half-mile-86674 to reserve your seats today.


For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

 

 

TUNE-IN ALERT! Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile on FS1 Sunday

Don't miss the televised premiere of Round 10 of the 2024 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. The Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile will air Sunday, July 14, starting at 12:00 p.m. ET (9:00 a.m. PT) only on FS1.

 

The Sturgis TT is only One Month Away

 

Black Hills Half-Mile ReturnsBlack Hills Half-Mile Returns on August 6, 2024! on August 6, 2024!

TUESDAY JULY 9TH...progressive AFT is joining the fun all week long in and around the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. We will kick off the action on Tuesday, August 6 with the Black Hills Half-Mile just down the road from the rally in Rapid City, SD. Vendors, food, drinks, kid activities, fan walk, and more will be available to make this an all day event of fun that is capped off with the the final half-mile race of the 2024 season!

 

 

Fireworks Expected as Progressive AFT Heads to DuQuoin for Independence Day Weekend

  

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 2, 2024) – Ten rounds into the 2024 Progressive American Flat Track season, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, the series at last prepares to do battle on a Mile racetrack – the Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds in DuQuoin, Illinois, this Saturday, July 6.

 

The world’s elite motorcycle dirt trackers dicing it up on a Mile is widely recognized as one of the greatest spectacles in all of motorsport. A unique test of pace, courage, and strategy, Mile nationals are commonly decided by mere inches despite being waged at triple-digits speeds.

 

The DuQuoin Mile is considered special even inside its category. Known as the “Magic Mile,” DuQuoin has played host to a some of the most legendary and thrilling races in Grand National Championship history.

 

And this Independence Day weekend’s atmosphere is destined to be that much more electric, as Saturday’s Progressive AFT event will conclude a full week of competition that will also crown this year’s amateur national champions during the 2024 Mission Foods AMA Flat Track Grand Championship, sanctioned by the American Motorcyclist Association from June 30-July 6.

 

Progressive American Flat Track has its resident Mile magician in Jared Mees (No. 1 Rogers Racing/SDI Racing/Indian Motorcycle FTR750). The nine-time and reigning Mission AFT SuperTwins king has won an astonishing 17 of the most recent 24 premier-class Miles dating back over the previous five seasons.

 

That includes last year’s DuQuoin Mile, which saw Mees avenge his 2015 defeat to Bryan Smith in the closest race the series has ever seen, decided by an official 0.000 seconds. Last year’s contest was nearly as close, with Mees taking top honors over Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Indian FTR750) (0.033 seconds), Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) (0.097 seconds), and Briar Bauman (No. 3 Rick Ware Racing/KTM/Parts Plus KTM 790 Duke) (0.160 seconds).

 

There’s a lesson in there for Estenson Racing Yamaha star Daniels, who comes in with a 21-point advantage, a perfect podium record on the season, and fresh off a dominant victory at the Lima Half-Mile. He fully understands that if he doesn’t play his cards just right this weekend, he could potentially see that hard-earned points lead eaten into and his podium streak snapped, even if he manages to finish just a fraction of a second behind the winner.

 

The Indian-mounted Mees and Robinson will both be looking to make that possibility a reality, while Bauman will be motivated to showcase the prodigious top-end speed of his KTM after using it to such good effect in the 2023 season finale at Springfield, the last time the field lined up for a Mile.

 

If a genuine pack war is to take hold, it’ll likely include some or all of the following premier-class standouts: Brandon Price (No. 92 Memphis Shades/Sody Ent/OTBR Yamaha MT-07), Jarod Vanderkooi (No. 20 JMC Motorsports/Fairway Ford Ohio Indian FTR750), Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing Indian FTR750), Dan Bromley (No. 62 Memphis Shades/Vinson/Al Lamb’s Dallas Honda Transalp), and Bronson Bauman (No. 37 Fastrack Racing Mission Foods KTM 790 Duke).

 

It’ll also provide a high-profile stage for rookies Trevor Brunner (No. 21 Mission Foods/Zanotti Racing KTM 790 Duke) and Declan Bender (No. 70 GOMR/BriggsAuto.com/Martin Trucking Indian FTR750) to continue to prove their skills at the pinnacle of the sport.

 

Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER

 

As stunning as last year’s Mission AFT SuperTwins Main Event may have been, the Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER race at the DuQuoin Mile was even tighter. Six riders took the checkered flag within 0.262 seconds of the win, and even a tenth of a second behind first was too much for a rider hoping to finish on the box.

 

The winner on that day was Tom Drane (No. 59 Estenson Racing Yamaha YZ450F), who comes in riding high after also claiming top honors just days ago in Ohio. With big skills and light weight, Drane has immediately proven to be a monster on the Miles, a reputation he’ll only hope to enhance this weekend.

 

That combination will present quite the challenge for two-time defending class champion, Kody Kopp (No. 1 Rick Ware Racing/Parts Plus KTM 450 SX-F). Kopp will no doubt be eager to start up another win streak after seeing his three-race run snapped this past weekend. While the bulk of Kopp’s victories have come on Half-Miles and Short Tracks, he made it his mission to win a Mile and accomplished that feat in last year’s Springfield Mile I. He’ll also be motivated by the fact that he left DuQuoin last year with just a fifth-place result despite crossing the line a mere 0.106 seconds after Drane.

 

Another rider seeking revenge is Chase Saathoff (No. 88 JPG Motorsports Honda CRF450R), who finished second to Drane by 0.011 seconds here a year ago. Saathoff is on something of a roll, having reeled in four consecutive podiums, along with six top threes in his last seven races. As good as his form has been, his goal remains to transform more of those seconds and thirds into firsts.

 

The same can be said for fourth-ranked Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R), who finished third at DuQuoin in ‘23 and earned a win in last year’s Red Mile.

 

James Ott (No. 19 1st Impressions Race Team Husqvarna FC450) continues to head up the next group, which consists of fellow California natives Travis Petton IV (No. 82 ECG Racing/A.M Ortega KTM 450 SX-F), Tarren Santero (No. 75 Vinson Construction/P&M Motorcycles Honda CRF450R), and Tyler Raggio (No. 55 Raggio Racing/Sluggo Racing KTM 450 SX-F), along will up-and-coming Pennsylvanians Logan Eisenhard (No. 66 Hannum’s Harley-Davidson KTM 450 SX-F) and Evan Renshaw (No. 265 American Honda/Mission Foods CRF450R). However, if he continues at his more recent pace, Ott will find himself instead considered a member of the top group, having scooped up three top fives in his last four races.

 

There will be plenty to keep spectators entertained off track as well, including numerous vendors, plenty of food and beverage options, and extensive motorcycle parking. 

 

General Admission Grandstand tickets can be purchased for $30 (kids 12 and under free with a paid adult GA ticket), while Reserved Grandstand tickets are $40 (all ages). The Pit Pass Upgrade can be added to either option for $40 ($20 for kids).

 

New for 2024 is the Opening Ceremonies Trackside Fan Experience ($150 all ages). This ticket option provides reserved seating with Pit Pass access, a guided tour of, and photo opportunities at, the infield podium and start/finish line, infield viewing of Opening Ceremonies and the heat races, and a track talk and photo opportunity with 2016 Grand National Champion Bryan Smith.

 

Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/trackenterprises/events/duquoin-mile-2024-80042 to reserve your seats today.

 

Gates will open for fans at 4:00 p.m. ET (1:00 p.m. PT) with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT). You can catch the livestream of all the weekend’s racing activities on FloRacing. Motorsports fans can subscribe to FloRacing to enjoy over 1,000 live motorsports events in 2024. FloSports is available by visiting https://flosports.link/aft or by downloading the FloSports app on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast.

 

FOX Sports coverage of the Memphis Shades DuQuoin Mile, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Sunday, July 14, at 12:00 p.m. ET (9:00 a.m. PT).

 

For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

 

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The MotoAmerica AMA/FIM North American Road Racing Championship is an affiliate of KRAVE Group LLC, a partnership that includes three-time 500cc Grand Prix World Champion, two-time AMA Superbike Champion, and AMA Hall of Famer Wayne Rainey; ex-racer, former vice president of motorsports operations at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA), and former managing director of Team Roberts in the Grand Prix World Championship Chuck Aksland; executive director of the Petersen Automotive Museum Terry Karges; and energy sector investor and businessman Richard Varner.

 

 

 Formula DRIFT

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Formula DRIFT (also known as Formula D or FD) is a United States-based motorsport drifting series. Formula DRIFT was co-founded by Jim Liaw and Ryan Sage in 2003 as a sister company to Slipstream Global Marketing, the same partnership that introduced D1 Grand Prix to the United States. The new entity would solely own, operate and launch the first official drifting series in North America. Formula DRIFT is not associated with the FIA series of formula racing championships

Deane wins again in Round 5 of 2024 Formula DRIFT PRO Championship in St Louis, O’Sullivan wins again in PROSPEC Round 3

Heading into the second half of the season, drivers with championship aspirations need to step up and be counted. They would also need to commit to the World Wide Technology Raceway, which has a reputation as a tough track where mistakes are swiftly punished by unyielding barriers. And for 2024, the track officials increased the number of barriers around the course, demanding even greater precision from the drivers in both the Formula DRIFT PRO Championship Round 5: Type S Crossroads and the Link ECU PROSPEC Championship Round 3. Fortunately, the weather was kinder than usual, with temperatures in the 80s and tolerable humidity levels. And with the majority of competition taking place at night, engine temps were less critical than at the previous round in New Jersey.

As the series celebrates its 21st season, we’re witnessing a new era. At present there are three women drivers in PROSPEC and we finally celebrated their first ever podium in New Jersey when Amanda Sorensen (USA) climbed onto the second step. 

We’ve also seen younger drivers entering the series. Both Amanda and her younger brother Branden were teenagers when they started. Jayden Martorana (Canada) was 14 when he joined PROSPEC in 2023. And in St Louis we witnessed 14 year-old Hiroya Minowa claim second after defeating triple FD PRO Champion Fredric Aasbo (Norway) in the Final 4 heat before narrowly losing to triple FD PRO Champion James Deane (Ireland) in the Final. 

Sandwiched between two of the greatest drivers in Formula DRIFT PRO history, the teenager took second place, became the youngest podium finisher ever, and now sits fourth in the title race. And while sim racing has undoubtedly contributed to the steep learning curve of some younger drivers, Deane paid tribute to Hiroya’s ability to wrestle the 1300hp Enjuku Racing / Cusco / Jerry Yang Racing Toyota GT86 with such finesse. After all, you can’t fully simulate the pressure of swapping paintwork with FD Champions.

 

PRO SEEDING BRACKET

Continuing with the new-for-2024 Formula DRIFT Seeding Bracket regulations, the first 24 competition places for each PRO event are set by the results of the previous round: Round 4 in New Jersey, in this instance. Positions 25-32 were then determined by competitive tandem runs in the K&N PRO 16 Seeding Bracket on Thursday. The new format replaced solo qualifying runs to provide lower ranked drivers with more competitive seat time and guarantee a thrilling spectacle for spectators. 

Run as a Top 16 competition, the top eight finishers from the Seeding Bracket advanced to Saturday’s competition heats, while the remaining drivers made awkward excuses.

The top three finishers in St Louis were Dmitriy Brutskiy in the Never Settle E46 BMW, Daniel Stuke (USA) driving the MspeK Performance Nissan Silvia S15 Spec-R, and Mike Power (USA) in the Power Racing Nissan S15.

Double PROSPEC Champion Brutskiy is a PRO Rookie and one of two drivers tackling both Championships this year, along with Rudy Hansen (USA). Brutskiy doubled down by building two cars tailored to each Championship, and was able to qualify for both in St Louis. Meanwhile, Hansen made it into the PROSPEC event driving the Team Hansen Supercharged Nissan S13 that performs double duties. 

With 12 drivers competing for eight PRO places, we bid a tearful farewell to Hansen, Alec Robbins (USA), Andy Hateley (USA) and Federico Sceriffo (Italy). However, one naming missing from the list was 2023 PROSPEC Champion Ben Hobson (USA) who finally reached the FD PRO Top 32 competition heats for the first time this season. Driving the Pennzoil / BC Racing Mustang RTR Spec 5-FD, Hobson defeated Robbins in the Seeding Bracket and would finally compete for points on Saturday to the enormous relief of everybody.

 

PRO COMPETITION

We seem to say it every year but 2024 could be the most intense in 21 years of Formula DRIFT competition thanks to an even higher level of driver skill and engine power. And rising through the tire smoke was James Deane (Ireland) who rediscovered the form that took him to three PRO Championships in 2017-19 and is now comfortable in the AutoZone Ford Mustang RTR Spec 5-FD. 

While his closest rivals are blinking, Deane’s eyes remained on the prize as he claimed his third win and fifth podium from five Rounds. As a result, Deane extended his PRO Championship lead to a commanding 118-point lead over second place Bakchis. 

“This wasn’t easy!” Deane confirmed after receiving his trophy. “We had a bye run through the Top 32 but then had contact in the Top 16, a tough battle with Conor Shanahan in the Top 8, which went One More Time, and a physical contest with Matt Field with more contact before we reached the Final. Fourteen year-old Minowa is definitely the future. We had a great battle but got the win and it feels unbelievable! The team worked hard to give me the best car even after all the contact. But they got me out there every time.

“I’m looking forward to the Seattle Round where we’ll try our best – one lap at a time – and try to remember to enjoy it. Fortunately, I’m really enjoying this year and the serious challenge we’re facing, but really appreciate the support from everybody.”

After a strong showing at the start of the season, Team Feal’s Aurimas Bakchis (Lithuania) and Simen Olsen (Norway) each have three podiums but no wins. And to compound matters, the pair met in the Top 16. So, while Bakchis took the win in his Feal Suspension / GT Radial Nissan S15, Olsen was again eliminated early and dropped to fifth in the table after holding second for the first three Rounds.

Bakchis was defeated by Aasbo in the Top 8. His fifth place in STL allowed Bakchis to hold onto second overall but can he prevent Deane from disappearing over the horizon?

Although Fredric Aasbo won Round 2 in ATL driving the Rockstar Energy Toyota Racing GR Supra, St Louis was only his second podium from an inconsistent year. Advancing into the Final 4, it looked as if another Round win could be on the cards until the unthinkable happened; he lost to a 14 year-old child, who simply had a better chase run in their heat. Finishing third, Aasbo was able to reduce the gap to Bakchis, but with 144 points less than Deane and three Rounds remaining, he can’t afford to be the nice guy any longer.

As the filling in the triple-Champion sandwich, Minowa has pressed the reset button. Everything we thought we knew was no longer true. The world changed when he climbed onto the podium.

Learning to drive at age 7, he was drifting at 8, started competing at 11 and won his first local events. For context, both Hiroya's parents competed in Formula DRIFT Japan as part of Team Heyman, and Hiro’s early success came behind the wheel of his mom’s car. 

In 2022, he competed in FD Japan where his feats included qualifying first and finishing as high as fifth during the season, ranking 16th in the Championship. In 2023, Hiroya placed second overall in FD Japan, leading to his partnership with Jerry Yang Racing for the 2024 FD PRO Championship in the USA. 

At the opening Round in Long Beach, Hiroya placed eighth, followed by 18th in ATL, fourth in Orlando, 11th in NJ and now second in St Louis. And let’s not forget, Minowa leads the 2024 FD PRO Rookie title chase from Conor Shanahan (Ireland) who lost an epic One More Time contest to Deane in the St Louis Top 8 and also missed Round 2. Shanahan will need to do something remarkable in the remaining Rounds to wrestle the Rookie title away from Minowa.

Matt Field (USA) finished fourth in St Louis driving the Borla Performance / GT Radial / Heat Wave / Leen / Drift Cave Corvette. He won a dramatic One More Time (OMT) duel with Dylan Hughes (USA) in the Top 8 before losing to Deane in the Final 4. The result moved Field from eighth to sixth in the Championship standings.

Few drivers had a more dramatic weekend that Adam LZ (USA). It started in Top 32 competition against Ben Hobson (USA). After a torrid season where he’d failed to qualify for FD PRO competition, Hobson finally made it through the Seeding Bracket and his chances of advancing into the Top 16 initially looked promising after LZ clouted the wall in Outside Zone 2. With the driver of the LZMFG E36 BMW ruled incomplete, Hobson simply had to complete his lead run to advance. However, he failed to initiate a drift. And with nothing to judge, the drivers went OMT. Tragically, Hobson was again unable to drift, even after using his Competition Time Out to effect repairs and was eliminated from competition. Finishing 30th and sitting 36th overall, it means Hobson will return to the Seeding Bracket for Round 6.

After beating Rome Charpentier (USA) in the Top 16, LZ fell victim to Minowa in the Top 8. Their first runs were too close to call, so the drivers went One More Time. With little to choose between them, LZ went for it on the final run but powered into the back of Minowa’s Toyota GT86 at initiation. Climbing Minowa’s rear tire, LZ slid along the barrier and was brutally dumped back onto the track. After surveying the damage, LZ announced he’d be unable to rebuild the car and wouldn’t compete in the remaining FD PRO Rounds despite sitting seventh overall – his best result to date by a considerable margin. 

After Round 5, Toyota and Nitto continue to lead the 2024 Auto and Tire Cups, respectively.

“It was good to see James Deane extend his lead in the Championship, and interesting to see the changes in the table below him,” said Ryan Sage, President of Formula DRIFT. “But the story of the weekend has to be Hiroya Minowa who captured the hearts of the fans here today and battled hard against two of our greatest Champions. He became the youngest driver to get a podium and we can’t wait to see where he goes from here in the series.”

 

PROSPEC SEEDING BRACKET

With an entry list of 46 drivers at the St Louis Round, the Link ECU PROSPEC Championship runs a 32 Seeding Bracket once the first 16 positions have been determined by Round 2 results. The remaining 30 drivers then compete in a sudden death Seeding Bracket to claim one of the remaining 16 competition places, populating positions 17-32. It meant 14 drivers were eliminated but each had their moment of glory during the Seeding Bracket, with the ability to return for the Final Round to try again.

 

PROSPEC COMPETITION

Following his maiden win in New Jersey, Connor O’Sullivan (USA) repeated the feat in St Louis driving the O’Sully Racing / RTS E46 BMW. A flawless performance saw him top the podium and lead the Link ECU PROSPEC Championship by a very narrow two-point lead over Tommy Lemaire (Canada), who placed third on the night. 

O’Sullivan swept aside Dustin Miles (USA), Geoff Donati (USA), Cody Buchanan (USA) and Justin Chesnutt (USA) en route to the Final against Austin Matta (USA). Unfortunately, we were robbed of what promised to be an epic contest by a faulty O2 sensor on the Austin Matta Motorsports Nissan S14.

Despite using his five-minute Competition Time Out moments before the Final to diagnose the problem, the team was unable to effect a repair. Matta then retired after the first run to save his engine. 

While the action was somewhat anti-climactic, both participants gave their 2024 Link ECU PROSPEC Championship title aspirations a major boost. Matta jumped from ninth to third overall, repeating his last podium visit in 2021 when he finished second in New Jersey. And while he’s 74 points from the lead, there’s still a mathematical title chance with 100 points on offer at the Final Round.

After his second win, O’Sullivan clearly stacked the odds in his favor but Lemaire is only two points behind. A couple of uncharacteristic mistakes meant the XPN Carbon-Kevlar Nissan S14.9 wasn’t seen in the Final but Lemaire remains a major threat.

“I came to St Louis with high expectations after the New Jersey win,” O’Sullivan told us after the podium ceremony. “The team was awesome and the car was solid all weekend. I had some awesome lead laps and my spotter gave me useful notes on the other drivers, which helped a lot. And since we won the previous round, we led every battle, which gave me an advantage. My spotter then told me how hard I needed to drive on the chase run and it worked out great. Looking ahead, I’m nervous going into Utah becasue I want keep the number one slot, but I love fast tracks, so I’m hopefully we can secure a third podium and take the Championship.”

Fourth place was claimed by Justin Chesnutt (USA) driving the After Hours Autosports E82 BMW. The result represented his best finish to date and first time past the Top 32 competition heats. The 2023 Rookie finished his first year in 37th and was languishing in 30th prior to tonight. The result moved Chesnutt to eighth overall.

The leading PROSPEC Rookie was Nik Jimenez (USA) driving the Jimenez Racing Nissan Z. He placed finished 14th and moved from 18th to 16th overall, replacing Luis Lanz (Venezuela) as the top Rookie driver.

The Final Round of the Formula DRIFT Link ECU PROSPEC Championship will take place at Utah Motorsports Campus in Grantsville, UT on August 29-31 where a Champion will be crowned. 

 

ROUND 5 FD PRO TOP 16 DRIVER POINTS

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

James Deane

100

2

Hiroya Minowa

84

3

Fredric Aasbo

70

4

Matt Field

70

5

Aurimas Bakchis

56

6

Adam LZ

56

7

Dylan Hughes

56

8

Conor Shanahan

56

9

Chris Forsberg

42

10

Taylor Hull

42

11

Ken Gushi

42

12

Branden Sorensen

42

13

Ryan Tuerck

42

14

Rome Charpentier

42

15

Jonathan Hurst

42

16

Simen Olsen

42

 

2024 FD PRO TOP 16 CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

James Deane

454

2

Aurimas Bakchis

336

3

Fredric Aasbo

310

4

Hiroya Minowa

280

5

Simen Olsen

280

6

Matt Field

266

7

Adam LZ

238

8

Dylan Hughes

238

9

Ken Gushi

238

10

Branden Sorensen

238

11

Conor Shanahan

226

12

Chris Forsberg

224

13

Rome Charpentier

224

14

Taylor Hull

196

15

Ryan Tuerck

196

16

Nick Noback

196

 

2024 AUTO CUP TOP 5 STANDINGS

Toyota

590

Ford

552

GM

462

BMW

350

Nissan

350

 

2024 TIRE CUP STANDINGS

Nitto

806

GT Radial

742

Vitour

506

Kenda

504

Nexen

280

Kumho

280

 

ROUND 3 FD PROSPEC TOP 16 DRIVER POINTS

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

Connor O΄Sullivan

100

2

Austin Matta

84

3

Tommy Lemaire

70

4

Justin Chesnutt

70

5

Cody Buchanan

56

6

Margaritis Katsanidis

56

7

Rudy Hansen

56

8

Trevor Root

56

9

Amanda Sorensen

42

10

Nate Chen

42

11

Shawn Illingworth

42

12

Cory Talaska

42

13

Jayden Martorana

42

14

Nik Jimenez

42

15

Geoff Donati

42

16

Cole Richards

42

 

FD PROSPEC TOP 16 CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

Connor O΄Sullivan

242

2

Tommy Lemaire

240

3

Austin Matta

168

4

Cody Buchanan

168

5

Nate Chen

168

6

Joshua Love

154

7

Amanda Sorensen

140

8

Justin Chesnutt

126

9

Jayden Martorana

126

10

Cole Richards

126

11

Kelsey Rowlings

126

12

Alex Jagger

126

13

Rudy Hansen

112

14

Shawn Illingworth

112

15

Cory Talaska

112

16

Nik Jimenez

112

 

 

EDITOR’S NOTE

Images from Formula DRIFT PRO Championship Round 5 are available here: dropbox.com/scl/fo/47cx7nwstc7p469en46d3/AGy56e6IUZi-yJ0GVF6NNgQ?rlkey=p4kh3o3emr6ti9sxf3lv2puzo&dl=0

Images from Formula DRIFT Link ECU PROSPEC Championship Round 3 are available here: dropbox.com/scl/fo/4atnhdpqj5hutsqwsv6d8/AKl0WOo_WrXw6msbIaH3oTk?rlkey=g04odxnnxvdwm98mcwjyaoo6u&dl=0

 

NEXT ROUND

Formula DRIFT PRO Round 6: Type S Throwdown will take place at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA on August 9-10. Please visit formulad.com for the competition schedule, ticket information, driver profiles, special content, and the event livestream

 

ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT

Formula DRIFT is recognized as the leading international drifting championship. Established on the streets of Japan, drifting has evolved into a worldwide competitive sport that challenges the driver's skill while demanding a great deal from their vehicle in terms of power and strength. Formula DRIFT provides a series for the best professional drifters from around the globe to compete for the coveted title of Formula DRIFT Champion. As the first official drifting series in North America, Formula DRIFT has taken competitive motorsports to the extreme, attracting drift fans and car enthusiasts from all walks of life, and established itself as the global leader for the sport. For a competition schedule, ticket information, special content and livestream, please visit formulad.com

 

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2024 FORMULA DRIFT OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Major Sponsor, Official Vehicle Lighting, Dash Cam & Jump Starter – TYPE S 

Major Sponsor, Official Energy Drink – Rockstar Energy Drink 

Major Sponsor, Official Military Branch – United States Air Force

Major Sponsor, Official Engine Oil – Royal Purple 

Major Sponsor, Official Action Cam – GoPro 

Major Sponsor, Official Blockchain Game – Torque Drift 

Major Sponsors – GT Radial, Kenda Tire, Kumho Tire, Nitto Tire

Official Sponsors – Ford Performance, Toyota Racing, BC Racing (Official Suspension), K&N (Official Air Filter & Air Intake, Official Sponsor of Qualifying), NGK & NTK (Official Spark Plug & Sensors), SIMAGIC (Official SIM Racing Hardware), Alpinestars (Official Technical Partner), Fast Orange (Official Hand Cleaner)

Official ECU & PROSPEC Title Sponsor – Link Engine Management

PRO Championship Tire Suppliers – Nexen Tire, Vitour Tire 

Associated Sponsors – Enkei Wheels, Pedal Commander, RAYS Wheels, Throdle

Official PROSPEC Tire – GT Radial 

Official PROSPEC Tire Service Partner – Tire Stacks

Broadcast partner – MAV TV

Official Education Partner ­– University of Northwestern Ohio

Official Community Outreach Program – Acceler8

Technical Partners – PCI Race Radios, Proform

 

COMPETITION RESULTS FROM ROUND 5 OF 2024 FORMULA DRIFT PRO CHAMPIONSHIP IN ST LOUIS  

 

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024

Location: World Wide Technology Raceway, Madison, IL

Event: Formula DRIFT PRO Championship Round 5: Type S Crossroads

 

RESULTS FROM FD PRO COMPETITION

1.  James Deane (Ireland) – AutoZone Ford Mustang RTR Spec 5-FD

2.  Hiroya Minowa (Japan) – Enjuku Racing / Cusco / Jerry Yang Racing Toyota GT86

3.  Fredric Aasbo (Norway) – Rockstar Energy Toyota Racing GR Supra

 

NOTES
  • James Deane claimed his third win of an incredible season, extending his commanding PRO Championship lead to 118 points ahead of second place Bakchis
  • Fredric Aasbo claimed third after losing his Final 4 battle to Minowa. And while he’ll be relieved to have closed in on Bakchis, Aasbo is now 144 points behind Deane with three Rounds remaining
  • Sandwiched between two three-time Formula DRIFT PRO Champions was 14 year-old sensation Hiroya Minowa who jumped from seventh to fourth in the title race
  • After FD saw its first female driver – Amanda Sorensen (USA) – take second place in the New Jersey PROSPEC Round, we can now celebrate the youngest ever driver to stand on the podium with Japanese teenager Minowa missing the win by a whisker
  • While sim racing has undoubtedly contributed to Minowa’s steep learning curve, Deane paid tribute to Hiro’s ability to wrestle the 1000hp Jerry Yang Racing Toyota GT86 with incredible finesse
  • And to crown his achievement, Minowa continues to lead the 2024 FD PRO Rookie title chase over Conor Shanahan (Ireland) who lost an epic One More Time contest against Deane in the Top 8
  • Matt Field (USA) finished fourth in the Borla Performance / GT Radial / Heat Wave / Leen / Drift Cave Corvette. He beat Chris Forsberg (USA) in the Top 16 and won a OMT duel with Dylan Hughes (USA) on the Top 8 before losing to Deane. The result moved Field from eighth to sixth in the Championship standings
  • After such a strong showing at the start of the season, Team Feal’s Aurimas Bakchis (Lithuania) and Simen Olsen (Norway) met in the Top 16 heats. While Bakchis took the win in his Feal Suspension / GT Radial Nissan S15, he was then defeated by Aasbo in the Top 8. The relative "lack of success" for the team resulted in Bakchis placing fifth with Olsen in 16th. The pair sit second and fifth in the Championship, respectively
  • Adam LZ fell victim to Minowa in the Top 8. Their first runs were too close to call, so the drivers went One More Time (OMT). During the final run, the LZMFG E36 BMW ran into the back of the Jerry Yang Racing Toyota GT86. Climbing Minowa’s rear tire, LZ slid along the barrier and was unceremoniously dumped back onto the track. Regretfully, LZ announced he’d be unable to rebuild the car and wouldn’t compete in the remaining FD PRO Rounds despite sitting seventh overall – his best result to date by a considerable margin
  • There was tragedy for Ben Hobson (USA) who finally qualified for Top 32 competition for the first time this season. But Hobson had a torrid Top 32 heat against LZ. It initially looked promising for the driver of the Pennzoil / BC Racing Mustang RTR Spec 5-FD when LZ clouted the wall in Outside Zone 2. However, Hobson failed to initiate a drift on the next run. And with nothing to judge, the drivers went OMT. Sadly, Hobson was again unable to drift, even after using his Competition Time Out to effect repairs. Hobson was eliminated and sits 36th overall
  • After Round 5, Toyota and Nitto continue to lead the 2024 Auto and Tire Cups, respectively
  • Formula DRIFT PRO Round 6 will take place at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA on August 9-10. Fans can enjoy the action in person or via the series livestream at youtube.com/Formuladrift

 

ROUND 5 FD PRO TOP 16 DRIVER POINTS

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

James Deane

100

2

Hiroya Minowa

84

3

Fredric Aasbo

70

4

Matt Field

70

5

Aurimas Bakchis

56

6

Adam LZ

56

7

Dylan Hughes

56

8

Conor Shanahan

56

9

Chris Forsberg

42

10

Taylor Hull

42

11

Ken Gushi

42

12

Branden Sorensen

42

13

Ryan Tuerck

42

14

Rome Charpentier

42

15

Jonathan Hurst

42

16

Simen Olsen

42

 

2024 FD PRO TOP 16 CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

James Deane

454

2

Aurimas Bakchis

336

3

Fredric Aasbo

310

4

Hiroya Minowa

280

5

Simen Olsen

280

6

Matt Field

266

7

Adam LZ

238

8

Dylan Hughes

238

9

Ken Gushi

238

10

Branden Sorensen

238

11

Conor Shanahan

226

12

Chris Forsberg

224

13

Rome Charpentier

224

14

Taylor Hull

196

15

Ryan Tuerck

196

16

Nick Noback

196

 

2024 AUTO CUP TOP 5 STANDINGS

Toyota

590

Ford

552

GM

462

BMW

350

Nissan

350

 

2024 TIRE CUP STANDINGS

Nitto

806

GT Radial

742

Vitour

506

Kenda

504

Nexen

280

Kumho

280

 

 

FORMULA DRIFT ST LOUIS RECAP

A recap of all the action from FD St Louis with event images will be available on Monday 

 

NEXT ROUND

Formula DRIFT PRO Round 6: Type S Throwdown will take place at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA on August 9-10. Please visit formulad.com for the competition schedule, ticket information, driver profiles, special content, and the event livestream

 

ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT

Formula DRIFT is recognized as the leading international drifting championship. Established on the streets of Japan, drifting has evolved into a worldwide competitive sport that challenges the driver's skill while demanding a great deal from their vehicle in terms of power and strength. Formula DRIFT provides a series for the best professional drifters from around the globe to compete for the coveted title of Formula DRIFT Champion. As the first official drifting series in North America, Formula DRIFT has taken competitive motorsports to the extreme, attracting drift fans and car enthusiasts from all walks of life, and established itself as the global leader for the sport. For a competition schedule, ticket information, special content and livestream, please visit formulad.com

 

WATCH FORMULA DRIFT

The series livestream is available at youtube.com/Formuladrift and on MAV TV (please check your local provider)

 

FOLLOW FORMULA DRIFT ONLINE 

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instagram.com/formulad

facebook.com/formuladrift

twitter.com/FormulaDrift

youtube.com/Formuladrift

 

2024 FORMULA DRIFT OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Major Sponsor, Official Vehicle Lighting, Dash Cam & Jump Starter – TYPE S 

Major Sponsor, Official Energy Drink – Rockstar Energy Drink 

Major Sponsor, Official Military Branch – United States Air Force

Major Sponsor, Official Engine Oil – Royal Purple 

Major Sponsor, Official Action Cam – GoPro 

Major Sponsor, Official Blockchain Game – Torque Drift 

Major Sponsors – GT Radial, Kenda Tire, Kumho Tire, Nitto Tire

Official Sponsors – Ford Performance, Toyota Racing, BC Racing (Official Suspension), K&N (Official Air Filter & Air Intake, Official Sponsor of Qualifying), NGK & NTK (Official Spark Plug & Sensors), SIMAGIC (Official SIM Racing Hardware), Alpinestars (Official Technical Partner), Fast Orange (Official Hand Cleaner)

Official ECU & PROSPEC Title Sponsor – Link Engine Management

PRO Championship Tire Suppliers – Nexen Tire, Vitour Tire 

Associated Sponsors – Enkei Wheels, Pedal Commander, RAYS Wheels, Throdle

Official PROSPEC Tire – GT Radial 

Official PROSPEC Tire Service Partner – Tire Stacks

Broadcast partner – MAV TV

Official Education Partner ­– University of Northwestern Ohio

Official Community Outreach Program – Acceler8

Technical Partners – PCI Race Radios, Proform

 

 

COMPETITION RESULTS FROM ROUND 3 OF 2024 FORMULA DRIFT PROSPEC CHAMPIONSHIP IN ST LOUIS

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Friday, July 19, 2024

Location: World Wide Technology Raceway, Madison, IL

Event: Formula DRIFT Link ECU PROSPEC Championship Round 3

 

RESULTS FROM FD PROSPEC ROUND 3

  1. Connor O’Sullivan (USA) – O’Sully Racing / RTS E46 BMW 

  2. Austin Matta (USA) – Austin Matta Motorsports Nissan S14

  3. Tommy Lemaire (Canada) – XPN Carbon-Kevlar Nissan S14.9

 

NOTES

  • The Top 32 competition heats began in warm 80˚ weather, with the Top 16 starting after dark and continuing through the night until a winner was crowned

  • The track at World Wide Technology Raceway had been changed, adding additional barriers to protect the infield

  • All FD PROSPEC teams run GT Radial spec tires and Link ECU engine management

  • O’Sullivan claimed his second ever Formula DRIFT victory, repeating his performance at Round 2. The win moved him to the top of the Link ECU PROSPEC Championship table with a narrow two-point lead over Lemaire who placed third on the night

  • Everything will be on the line at the Final Round in Utah and we're expecting a tight battle at the top. And with 100 points awarded for a win, technically six drivers still have a chance at the title. However, O’Sullivan and Lemaire have a healthy points advantage over the rest of the field and will be favorites going into Round 4

  • Matta’s second place reflects a return to form, repeating his last podium visit in 2021 where he finished second in New Jersey, finishing the season in fifth

  • Matta requested a five-minute Competition Time Out moments before the Final because he was experiencing engine problems. Unable to rectify an O2 sensor issue in the time available, Matta retired after the first run to save his engine. The result bumped him from ninth to third overall

  • Fourth place was claimed by Justin Chesnutt (USA) driving the After Hours Autosports E82 BMW. The result represented his first time beyond the Top 32 competition heats and his best result to date. The 2023 Rookie finished his first year in 37th and was languishing in 30th prior to tonight. The result moved him to eighth overall

  • Nate Chen (USA) occupied third in PROSPEC prior to the St Louis round. However, he was was knocked out of the Top 16 by Rudy Hansen (USA) but remains in contention in equal-third place 

  1. Another Top 16 casualty was Amanda Sorensen (USA) driving the US Air Force / Sorensen Motorsports BMW. She was eliminated by Margaritis Katsanidis (Greece) and was unable to repeat the first ever podium visit by a female driver in FD history after she claimed second in Round 2. She remains seventh overall but outside Championship contention

  • Leading Rookie was Nik Jimenez (USA) driving the Jimenez Racing Nissan Z. He placed 14th on the night and moved from 18th to 16th overall, replacing Luis Lanz (Venezuela) as the top Rookie driver in the 2024 PROSPEC Championship

  • The Final Round of the Formula DRIFT Link ECU PROSPEC Championship will take place at Utah Motorsports Campus in Grantsville, UT on August 29-31. Round 7 of the PRO Championship also takes place that weekend. Fans can enjoy the action in person or via the series livestream at youtube.com/Formuladrift

 

ROUND 3 FD PROSPEC TOP 16 DRIVER POINTS

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

Connor O΄Sullivan

100

2

Austin Matta

84

3

Tommy Lemaire

70

4

Justin Chesnutt

70

5

Cody Buchanan

56

6

Margaritis Katsanidis

56

7

Rudy Hansen

56

8

Trevor Root

56

9

Amanda Sorensen

42

10

Nate Chen

42

11

Shawn Illingworth

42

12

Cory Talaska

42

13

Jayden Martorana

42

14

Nik Jimenez

42

15

Geoff Donati

42

16

Cole Richards

42

 

FD PROSPEC TOP 16 CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS

POSITION

DRIVER

POINTS

1

Connor O΄Sullivan

242

2

Tommy Lemaire

240

3

Austin Matta

168

4

Cody Buchanan

168

5

Nate Chen

168

6

Joshua Love

154

7

Amanda Sorensen

140

8

Justin Chesnutt

126

9

Jayden Martorana

126

10

Cole Richards

126

11

Kelsey Rowlings

126

12

Alex Jagger

126

13

Rudy Hansen

112

14

Shawn Illingworth

112

15

Cory Talaska

112

16

Nik Jimenez

112

 

FORMULA DRIFT ST LOUIS RECAP

Competition results from PRO Round 5 will be available on Saturday evening. A recap of all the action from FD St Louis with event images will be available on Monday 

 

NEXT ROUND

Formula DRIFT PRO Round 6: Type S Throwdown will take place at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA on August 9-10. Please visit formulad.com for the competition schedule, ticket information, driver profiles, special content, and the event livestream

 

ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT

Formula DRIFT is recognized as the leading international drifting championship. Established on the streets of Japan, drifting has evolved into a worldwide competitive sport that challenges the driver's skill while demanding a great deal from their vehicle in terms of power and strength. Formula DRIFT provides a series for the best professional drifters from around the globe to compete for the coveted title of Formula DRIFT Champion. As the first official drifting series in North America, Formula DRIFT has taken competitive motorsports to the extreme, attracting drift fans and car enthusiasts from all walks of life, and established itself as the global leader for the sport. For a competition schedule, ticket information, special content and livestream, please visit formulad.com

 

WATCH FORMULA DRIFT

The series livestream is available at youtube.com/Formuladrift and on MAV TV (please check your local provider)

 

FOLLOW FORMULA DRIFT ONLINE 

formulad.com

instagram.com/formulad

facebook.com/formuladrift

twitter.com/FormulaDrift

youtube.com/Formuladrift

 

2024 FORMULA DRIFT OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Major Sponsor, Official Vehicle Lighting, Dash Cam & Jump Starter – TYPE S 

Major Sponsor, Official Energy Drink – Rockstar Energy Drink 

Major Sponsor, Official Military Branch – United States Air Force

Major Sponsor, Official Engine Oil – Royal Purple 

Major Sponsor, Official Action Cam – GoPro 

Major Sponsor, Official Blockchain Game – Torque Drift 

Major Sponsors – GT Radial, Kenda Tire, Kumho Tire, Nitto Tire

Official Sponsors – Ford Performance, Toyota Racing, BC Racing (Official Suspension), K&N (Official Air Filter & Air Intake, Official Sponsor of Qualifying), NGK & NTK (Official Spark Plug & Sensors), SIMAGIC (Official SIM Racing Hardware), Alpinestars (Official Technical Partner), Fast Orange (Official Hand Cleaner)

Official ECU & PROSPEC Title Sponsor – Link Engine Management

PRO Championship Tire Suppliers – Nexen Tire, Vitour Tire 

Associated Sponsors – Enkei Wheels, Pedal Commander, RAYS Wheels, Throdle

Official PROSPEC Tire – GT Radial 

Official PROSPEC Tire Service Partner – Tire Stacks

Broadcast partner – MAV TV

Official Education Partner ­– University of Northwestern Ohio

Official Community Outreach Program – Acceler8

Technical Partners – PCI Race Radios, Proform

 

SEEDING BRACKET RESULTS FROM 2024 FORMULA DRIFT PRO CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 5 & PROSPEC ROUND 3 IN ST LOUIS

 

EVENT DETAILS

Date: Thursday, July 18, 2024

Location: World Wide Technology Raceway

Event: Formula DRIFT PRO Championship Round 5: Type S Crossroads & Link ECU PROSPEC Championship Round 2

 

RESULTS FROM FD PRO SEEDING BRACKET

1.   Dmitriy Brutskiy – Never Settle E46 BMW

2.   Daniel Stuke (USA) – MspeK Performance Nissan Silvia S15 Spec-R

3.   Mike Power (USA) – Power Racing Nissan S15

 

NOTES: PRO

  • World Wide Technology Raceway and Formula DRIFT made significant course revisions, which included K-rail additions to Outside Zones 1 and 4 to prevent vehicles damaging the infield

  • The weather for the Link ECU PROSPEC Seeding Bracket was sunny with scattered clouds and a cool breeze. Conditions were cooler for the K&N PRO Seeding Bracket, which took place at night under floodlights

  • Solo qualifying runs have been replaced this year by competitive tandem runs. Only the lower ranked drivers are required to qualify this way once the top positions have been determined by the previous round. For PRO that meant Round 4, while PROSPEC was based on Round 2, both in New Jersey

  • In the PRO Championship, New Jersey preset the first 24 positions, while the remaining 12 drivers competed in the Seeding Bracket to claim one of the remaining eight competition places, populating positions 25-32

  • The K&N Top 16 Seeding Bracket for the PRO Championship was won by Brutskiy, with Stuke second and Power third

  • The full list of PRO drivers who qualified through the Seeding Bracket drivers is listed below, with the top eight finishers advancing to the Top 32 competition heats. The remainder were eliminated

  • There was a delay to the start of the PRO Seeding Bracket after it was discovered that the paint markings in Outer Zone 4 hadn’t fully dried, causing drivers to spin. An appeal was lodged and the judges decided to re-run the first two battles to ensure fairness. 

  • For the repeated matches, Brutskiy advanced to the Top 8 while Andy Hateley (USA), who was judged to have won his first heat against Derek Madison (USA), was unable to start the re-run after his water pump broke. And despite experiencing power steering problems himself, Madison advanced to the Top 8

  • After an incredibly frustrating 2024 season, the 2023 PROSPEC Champion Ben Hobson (USA) driving the Pennzoil / BC Racing Mustang RTR Spec 5-FD finally reached the FD PRO Top 32 competition heats for the first time this season after defeating Alec Robbins (USA) in the Seeding Bracket

  • The PRO Championship drivers eliminated from the Seeding Bracket were Rudy Hansen (USA), Alec Robbins (USA), Andy Hateley (USA) and Federico Sceriffo (Italy)

 

NOTES: PROSPEC

  • In PROSPEC, the first 16 positions were preset, with the remaining 30 drivers competing in a seeding bracket to claim one of the remaining 16 places in Top 32 competition. With so many drivers, the PROSPEC Seeding Bracket is sudden death, with the loser of each tandem run eliminated

  • The names of drivers who advanced or were eliminated are listed in the PROSPEC table below. The successful drivers will compete in the competition heats today (Friday), populating positions 17-32

  • Two drivers are competing in both the 2024 Formula DRIFT PRO and PROSPEC Championships: Dmitriy Brutskiy and Rudy Hansen. In St Louis, Brutskiy qualified for both but Hansen narrowly missed out on PRO. Brutskiy has different cars tailored to each Championship, while Hansen has entered the same Team Hansen Supercharged Nissan S13 in both

 

ROUND 5 PRO SEEDING BRACKET

POSITION

NAME

1

Dmitriy Brutskiy

2

Daniel Stuke

3

Mike Power

4

Robert Thorne

5

Derek Madison

6

Ben Hobson

7

Joao Barion

8

Kyle Mohan

9

Rudy Hansen

10

Alec Robbins

11

Andy Hateley

12

Federico Sceriffo

 

BRACKET FOR ROUND 5 PRO COMPETITION HEATS 

 

ROUND 3 PROSPEC SEEDING BRACKET

ADVANCING

ELIMINATED

Faruk Kugay

Matthew Bystrak

Margaritis Katsanidis

Brandon McDowell

Coty Demster

Brian Wills

Rudy Hansen

Lee Yearwood

Justin Chesnutt

Kasey Kohl

Adam Knapik

Jayce Habich

Zandara Kennedy

Josh Stuart

Allen Boss

Adam Heishman

Ricky Hofmann

Clarke Hatton

DJ Stubstad

Tyler Foley

Trevor Root

Alex Lichliter

Cole Richards

Alex Jagger

Jack Davis

 

Hooman Rahimi

 

Dmitriy Brutskiy

 

Dustin Miles

 

 

BRACKET FOR ROUND 3 PROSPEC COMPETITION HEATS 

 

FORMULA DRIFT ST LOUIS RECAP

Competition results from PROSPEC Round 3 will be sent tonight. PRO Round 5 competition results will be sent on Saturday evening. A recap of all the action from FD St Louis with event images will be available on Monday 

 

NEXT ROUND

Formula DRIFT PRO Round 6: Type S Throwdown will take place at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, WA on August 9-10. Please visit formulad.com for the competition schedule, ticket information, driver profiles, special content, and the event livestream

 

ABOUT FORMULA DRIFT

Formula DRIFT is recognized as the leading international drifting championship. Established on the streets of Japan, drifting has evolved into a worldwide competitive sport that challenges the driver's skill while demanding a great deal from their vehicle in terms of power and strength. Formula DRIFT provides a series for the best professional drifters from around the globe to compete for the coveted title of Formula DRIFT Champion. As the first official drifting series in North America, Formula DRIFT has taken competitive motorsports to the extreme, attracting drift fans and car enthusiasts from all walks of life, and established itself as the global leader for the sport. For a competition schedule, ticket information, special content and livestream, please visit formulad.com

 

WATCH FORMULA DRIFT

The series livestream is available at youtube.com/Formuladrift and on MAV TV (please check your local provider)

 

FOLLOW FORMULA DRIFT ONLINE 

formulad.com

instagram.com/formulad

facebook.com/formuladrift

twitter.com/FormulaDrift

youtube.com/Formuladrift

 

2024 FORMULA DRIFT OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Major Sponsor, Official Vehicle Lighting, Dash Cam & Jump Starter – TYPE S 

Major Sponsor, Official Energy Drink – Rockstar Energy Drink 

Major Sponsor, Official Military Branch – United States Air Force

Major Sponsor, Official Engine Oil – Royal Purple 

Major Sponsor, Official Action Cam – GoPro 

Major Sponsor, Official Blockchain Game – Torque Drift 

Major Sponsors – GT Radial, Kenda Tire, Kumho Tire, Nitto Tire

Official Sponsors – Ford Performance, Toyota Racing, BC Racing (Official Suspension), K&N (Official Air Filter & Air Intake, Official Sponsor of Qualifying), NGK & NTK (Official Spark Plug & Sensors), SIMAGIC (Official SIM Racing Hardware), Alpinestars (Official Technical Partner), Fast Orange (Official Hand Cleaner)

Official ECU & PROSPEC Title Sponsor – Link Engine Management

PRO Championship Tire Suppliers – Nexen Tire, Vitour Tire 

Associated Sponsors – Enkei Wheels, Pedal Commander, RAYS Wheels, Throdle

Official PROSPEC Tire – GT Radial 

Official PROSPEC Tire Service Partner – Tire Stacks

Broadcast partner – MAV TV

Official Education Partner ­– University of Northwestern Ohio

Official Community Outreach Program – Acceler8

Technical Partners – PCI Race Radios, Proform

 

 

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IHRA Sportsman Spectacular Next Saturday, July 6th at Bunker Hill Dragstrip

 

BUNKER HILL, IN — More history will be coming to Bunker Hill Dragstrip in two weeks when the historic track hosts the IHRA Sportsman Spectacular presented by Moser Engineering on Saturday, July 6.


 

Racers in Top (Box), Mod (No Box), Sportsman, Motorcycle and Junior Dragster classes will compete for prestigious IHRA Ironman trophies and the very popular oversized championship checks. IHRA members will also be in the running for limited-edition Sportsman Spectacular commemorative medals.


 

They can gain entry to the IHRA Summit SuperSeries World Finals presented by Strange Engineering by winning Saturday’s main event in conjunction with entering at least two other IHRA races (an IHRA-member track Summit SuperSeries team race or Sportsman Spectacular) before the IHRA Summit SuperSeries World Finals. 


 

Current IHRA membership is required so get your membership up to date before the July 1 deadline. 


 

Drivers in the Top E.T. class sponsored by Bellman Oil and the Mod E.T. class sponsored by Johnson Performance will each race for a $1,000 winner’s purse. There is a $55 entry fee and double entry is permitted.


 

All Seasons General Contracting is sponsoring the Sportsman class which features $500 to the winner with a $35 entry fee. Fisher Auto Body is presenting the Motorcycle class. The winner will receive $500 plus 80 percent of the entry’s split between the winner (70 percent) and runner-up (30 percent). Double entry is permitted in both classes.


 

The Junior Dragster class sponsored by Brandts Heating, Cooling and Electrical features a $250 winner’s purse and just a $25 entry. No double entries are allowed for the Juniors.


 

Gates open at 11 a.m. with time trials to start at 1 p.m. There’s a $10 cost for spectators with kids 12-under admitted free.


 

Click here to check out the Facebook page for Bunker Hill Dragstrip for more information for this and other great events like this weekend’s Lane Automotive Summer Sizzle.


 

For the racers, make sure you’re eligible for all the IHRA benefits by making sure you’re a current IHRA member. Click here to visit our membership center or call 85.JOIN.IHRA (855-646-4472) where our IHRA membership coordinator Heather Roth and IHRA director of racer relations Staci Kettles will help take you through the process of getting on track.
 

Membership Deadline to be Eligible for IHRA Summit SuperSeries World Finals is Fast Approaching


 
 

Racers, don’t get left at the starting line. The deadline is July 1, less than one week away, to sign up for IHRA membership and compete for a spot in the IHRA Summit SuperSeries World Finals presented by Strange Engineering, the most prestigious championship in all of bracket racing. 


 

IHRA-member racers can qualify for the IHRA Summit SuperSeries World Finals presented by Strange Engineering in three ways. One way is to win the IHRA Summit SuperSeries championship at their home track. Another way is to win an individual title at one of the IHRA Summit Team Finals. 


 

You can still participate in the IHRA Summit Team Finals without being a member, but you won’t be eligible to qualify for the World Finals.

If you become a member after July 1, the third and only way to qualify for the IHRA Summit SuperSeries World Finals is becoming a winner at an IHRA Sportsman Spectacular presented by Moser Engineering and entering at least two other IHRA events.

IHRA World Champions will be crowned in five different classes — Top (Box), Mod (No Box), Sportsman, Motorcycle and Junior Dragster — at the 2024 IHRA Summit SuperSeries World Finals. 

Here are some of the other benefits of becoming an IHRA member:

  • ·      $100,000 of excess insurance coverage. If it's a serious injury and forced to miss work, your IHRA coverage will pay you $200 for 26 weeks
  • ·   Twelve percent discount at Drury Hotels nationwide. Call 1-800-DRURYINN and use the IHRA special corporate code 334916 and start saving today 
  • ·   Discount coupon and Summit Pro-Shop membership from Summit Racing Equipment
  • ·   Exclusive IHRA membership card and decals
  • ·      A printed version of the most current IHRA rulebook and decals
  • ·      Ability to compete for round prizes and bonuses exclusive for IHRA members at Sportsman Spectacular events
  • ·      Discounts on IHRA merchandise purchased on ihra.com/shop.
  • ·   Able to compete from round prizes and bonuses exclusive for IHRA members at Sportsman Spectacular and Summit Team Finals events.


 

It has never been easier to become an IHRA member. You can click here to visit our membership center or call 85.JOIN.IHRA (855-646-4472) where our friendly staff including IHRA membership coordinator Heather Roth and IHRA director of racer relations Staci Kettles can take you through the process of getting you on track.

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Custom T’s Motorsports Park, IHRA Agree to Multi-Year Extension


 

COLONIAL BEACH, VA — Custom T’s Motorsports Park and the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) announced today they have agreed to a multi-year extension of their sanctioning agreement.


 

The former Colonial Beach Dragway has been owned by legendary grudge racing promoter Larry Thompson since 2018. Thompson, who has been involved in many facets of the sport, is one of the most respected promoters on the East Coast.


 

He believes the continued partnership with the IHRA shows racers in the Mid-Atlantic area how committed he and his staff are to giving them a great place to race. “It gives the racetrack credibility. People feel comfortable coming to an IHRA-sanctioned track,” Thompson said. “They know the track is certified, so that’s one of the biggest things.”


 

Beyond the sanctioning agreement, Thompson has put a significant financial investment into the facility. His commitment can be seen by all the physical improvements on the 50-acre property. Work includes fixing all the bad spots on the eighth-mile, repaving the left lane and fixing the bumps. They’ve added more paved parking and worked on the restrooms.


 

Future plans to make the track wide and to add even more paved parking. The location is terrific for a getaway, only 3 1/2 miles from the second largest beachfront in the Commonwealth of Virginia. 

As much about the track improvements, people appreciate the fact that Thompson and staff have a genuine care for the community and the racers. 


 

They have events like “King of the Beach” event where over 300 bicycles are given away to kids in the local area. Other events the track hosts includes “Grudge Racing 4 the Cure” which raises thousands of dollars to fight breast cancer and “Sunday 4 Service” to help first responders.


 

“We’ve got a benefit race coming up Saturday for the family of a racer who died,” Thompson said. “It’s a big bracket race to help them out.” Thompson is referring to the Ernest Johnson Memorial Race as part of the Independence Day Shootout on Saturday, July 6. Other fun events coming up soon include Overdrive Live, a Fourth of July pre-party on July 3 and Custom T’s Family Affair with great motorcycle racing on July 12-13.


 

Check out the track’s Facebook page here to keep up with the latest news at Custom T’s Motorsports Park.

IHRA's "NO PREP WARZ" Coming to Ozark Raceway Park July 19-20!

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Limited spaces for Trackside Tailgating and the Super Air-Conditioned Suite VIP Ticket that has 2 outside viewing decks!


 

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Whether new or looking to improve a current program, there is a great deal of misunderstanding out there. Get the real facts in this no-nonsense interactive session at the PRI Show, Dec. 12-14, in downtown Indianapolis.
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Preview the Latest Innovations in Race Products, Services, Machinery and More at the 2024 PRI Show

Registering online today is one of the first steps on the road to PRI! Note: An active PRI Membership is required to attend the event.
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Downtown Indy Hotel Spotlight: Hotel Indy, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

For those seeking a truly unique stay, this upscale property has one of the newest rooftop bars with Indy-inspired cocktails and craft brews--plus locally sourced coffee. Just about a 10-minute walk to the PRI Show!
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PRI Individual Member Benefit: 10% Off TCI Automotive

Access your unique code in the PRI Member Portal to claim your exclusive discount on transmissions, torque converters and other drivetrain products.
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Power Punch: New Enhancements in Racing Towing Vehicles

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Land Speed Record-Setter and Hot-Rod Legend George Poteet, 75

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2024 PRI SHOW REGISTRATION OPENS 

The most influential business event in racing will be held December 12-14 in Indianapolis.

 

ALISO VIEJO, Calif. (July 16, 2024) -- Registration for the 2024 PRI Show, the world’s premier business event for the motorsports industry, is now open at PRI2024.com/Attend. Taking place December 12-14 at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, the 2024 PRI Show will connect buyers with representatives from over 1,000 exhibiting companies who are eager to showcase their latest products, services, machinery, simulation and testing technologies, trailers, and more. 

 

“The PRI Show is the only place that brings together the motorsports industries' leading manufacturers, showcasing the latest products and technologies, and the racing audience that embraces them. All of this is done in a manner that offers immense networking and connectivity that remains unmatched, providing tremendous value,” said PRI President Michael Good. “PRI is committed to helping motorsports businesses succeed, and we’re able to support the industry through a robust PRI Show and an evolving membership program, which facilitate our ongoing legislative advocacy, market research, and bringing value to the industry 52 weeks a year.”

 

Special features that are unique to the PRI Show will give attendees unparalleled access to products and live demonstrations, including:  

  • Grand Opening Breakfast, the traditional PRI Show kickoff held on Thursday morning before the doors to the show floor officially open. 

  • Featured Products Showcase, a unique display of the newest and most popular motorsports products.

  • PRI Show Education Program, a comprehensive lineup of seminars that offers attendees opportunities to learn valuable strategies, insights, and solutions on a variety of subjects. 

  • TOPS HQ, an exclusive workroom and lounge where track operators, promoters, and sanctioning bodies can connect during the three-day event.

  • Trailer Exhibit Area, where attendees can make side-by-side comparisons of the latest race trailers, motorcoaches, haulers, and toterhomes.

  • Sim Racing Arena, an area where attendees can fully immerse themselves in the world of sim racing.

  • PRI Paddock, a dedicated stage where leading podcasters will perform live interviews with key industry personalities.

  • Machinery Row, featuring precision machining equipment wired for live demonstrations 

“Enthusiasm for this year's PRI Show is high. The motorsports industry is eager to come together and prepare for the upcoming racing season,” said PRI Show Director Karin Davidson. “The PRI Show is the only motorsports event where you can connect with leading brands, attend unique conferences and seminars, and network with key industry figures—all under one roof.” 

 

Earlier this year PRI released its first-ever market research report, which highlighted industry-specific data and insights that can help members grow their businesses and stay competitive. The study found that the racing industry is an integral part of the specialty-equipment market and the overall U.S. economy, accounting for more than $8 billion in sales in track-use motorsports parts alone. PRI Business and Individual members can download the 2024 State of the Racing Market Report by using their individual/personal login to access their member portal at PerformanceRacing.com. 

 

The PRI Show attracts attendees from all 50 states and all over the world, including professional race teams, retail shops, warehouse distributors, engine builders, fabricators, dealers, installers, jobbers, and media. By registering early, attendees will ensure they receive their credentials before the Show—beginning in October—allowing them to save time and bypass lines at the on-site registration desk. 

 

To register for the 2024 PRI Show, secure hotel reservations, and for more information, visit PRI2024.com/Attend. 

 

About Performance Racing Industry  

Performance Racing Industry fuels the passion for motorsports by building, promoting, and protecting the worldwide racing community. PRI supports the interests of racers, enthusiasts, builders, tracks, sanctioning bodies and businesses through legislative action and advocacy, its monthly business magazine Performance Racing Industry, and the world’s premier motorsports trade show, the PRI Trade Show. PRI also supports businesses by providing market research, education and best practices in motorsports business and racing technology. For more information, visit PerformanceRacing.com.

 

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Registration Now Open for 2024 PRI Show!

Ensure you're at the world's premier racing trade show set for December 12-14, in downtown Indianapolis. PRI Membership is required to attend.
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PRI Education 2024: More Than a Dozen Sessions Set for PRI Show

Enhance your motorsports shop or career with diverse business and technical seminars during the PRI Show, December 12-14, in Indianapolis.
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2024 PRI Show Featured Vehicle Submissions Now Open

All race cars on display must be approved by Show management, so early entries are encouraged!
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Racing Market Report: $8 Billion Worth of Track-Use Parts Sold in the US in 2023

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Social Status: New Services for Customer Testimonial Videos

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2024 PRI Show Floor Plan Is Now Live Online!

Browse aisles and aisles of booths set for exhibit in the Indiana Convention Center, Dec. 12-14. It's never too early to plan your road to Indy!
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Exhibitors: Submissions Now Open for Featured Product Showcase

Display your products in this special feature area to maximize your product exposure and drive traffic to your booth!
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1968 Chevrolet Camaro and the GoodGuys Meet & Greet

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1969 Chevrolet Camaro 2-door and The Kruise of Klamath

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1967 Pontiac GTO Convertible and Middletion Show & Shine Car Show

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1936 Ford Coupe Three-Window Coupe and The Yerington's Main Street Car Show

 

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2024 Progressive American Flat Track schedule

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2024 Mission Super Hooligan National Championship

March 7-9 Daytona International Speedway — Daytona Beach, FL
June 28-30 Ridge Motorsports Park — Shelton, WA
July 12-14 WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca — Monterey, CA
Aug 16-18 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course — Lexington, OH
Sept 13-15 Circuit of The Americas — Austin, TX

 

2024 Supersport Series

*March 7-9 Daytona International Speedway — Daytona Beach, FL
April 19-21 Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta — Braselton, GA
May 17-19 Barber Motorsports Park — Birmingham, AL
May 31-June 2 Road America — Elkhart Lake, WI
June 14-16 Brainerd International Raceway — Brainerd, MN
June 28-30 Ridge Motorsports Park — Shelton, WA
July 12-14 WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca — Monterey, CA
Aug 16-18 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course — Lexington, OH
Sept 13-15 Circuit of The Americas — Austin, TX
Sept 27-29 New Jersey Motorsports Park — Millville, NJ

*Non-Points Paying Round

2024 Mission King Of The Baggers Series

March 7-9 Daytona International Speedway — Daytona Beach, FL
April 19-21 Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta — Braselton, GA
May 31-June 2 Road America — Elkhart Lake, WI
June 14-16 Brainerd International Raceway — Brainerd, MN
July 12-14 WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca — Monterey, CA
Aug 16-18 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course — Lexington, OH
Sept 13-15 Circuit of The Americas — Austin, TX
Sept 27-29 New Jersey Motorsports Park — Millville, NJ

2024 formula drift schedule 

 

2024 MotoAmerica Calendar (Tentative)

March 7-9 Daytona International Speedway — Daytona Beach, FL
April 19-21 Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta — Braselton, GA
May 17-19 Barber Motorsports Park — Birmingham, AL
May 31-June 2 Road America — Elkhart Lake, WI
June 14-16 Brainerd International Raceway — Brainerd, MN
June 28-30 Ridge Motorsports Park — Shelton, WA
July 12-14 WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca — Monterey, CA
Aug 16-18 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course — Lexington, OH
Sept 13-15 Circuit of The Americas — Austin, TX
Sept 27-29 New Jersey Motorsports Park — Millville, NJ

2024 Superbike Series
April 19-21 Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta — Braselton, GA
*May 17-19 Barber Motorsports Park — Birmingham, AL
May 31-June 2 Road America — Elkhart Lake, WI
June 14-16 Brainerd International Raceway — Brainerd, MN
June 28-30 Ridge Motorsports Park — Shelton, WA
July 12-14 WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca — Monterey, CA
Aug 16-18 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course — Lexington, OH
Sept 13-15 Circuit of The Americas — Austin, TX
Sept 27-29 New Jersey Motorsports Park — Millville, NJ

*’Tripleheader Round

2024 Twins Cup Series

March 7-9 Daytona International Speedway — Daytona Beach, FL
April 19-21 Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta — Braselton, GA
May 17-19 Barber Motorsports Park — Birmingham, AL
May 31-June 2 Road America — Elkhart Lake, WI
June 14-16 Brainerd International Raceway — Brainerd, MN
June 28-30 Ridge Motorsports Park — Shelton, WA
July 12-14 WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca — Monterey, CA
Aug 16-18 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course — Lexington, OH
Sept 13-15 Circuit of The Americas — Austin, TX
Sept 27-29 New Jersey Motorsports Park — Millville, NJ

 

 

     

 

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