3 divisions locked up at ‘Knob’
MARKLEYSBURG – The final night of points at Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex was highlighted by a huge fireworks display while the heated on-track racing action determined the 2009 track champions in three of the five divisions. Taking their first feature wins this season were Dave Groves (Brooks Auto Group FASTRAK Late Models) and Nolan Dalton (So. Fayette Nursing Center Modifieds). Earning repeat wins were Tim Senic (Commonwealth Marketing Group Super Late Models), Tom Newman (Dick Rugh’s Auto Parts Street Stocks) and Kenny Burkholder (Ft. Necessity Garage Chargers).
The 15-lap Street Stock feature got the night started with the division championship on the line between Bob Nelson, Todd Dennis and Jimmy Bendishaw Jr.
Burkholder entered the night three points behind Marty Spade, Jr. in the points battle for the Chargers. When the green flag dropped Shane Wheeler, Sr. took the initial lead. Burkholder wasted no time as he shot from his seventh starting spot to take the point on lap four.
Kirby Tucker made the long tow from Loretto Saturday night and looked to be on his way to a career first win in the FASTRAK Late Models. Tucker led the first 13 laps of the 20-lap affair only to break a spindle ending his fine run. This handed the lead over to veteran Dave Groves, of Morgantown, W.Va.
In the Modifieds 15-lap feature, Nolan Dalton started third but had the lead by the time they hit turn one. From that point on it was all Dalton as he pulled away to a half lap lead to take his first win in a year at the track.
The season finale takes place on Saturday when the UFo Race Championship Tour lands at Roaring Knob for the “King of the Knob” a 51-lap Super Late Model event paying $6,000 to win. Also on the card are the FASTRAK Late Models, Street Stocks and Chargers.
Pit Gates open at 3 p.m., Grandstands at 4:30, hot laps start at 5:30 with racing at 6:30. For more information regarding the “King of the Knob” event, visit the web site at www.roaringknob.com or call the business office during the week at 724-853-7223.