Madsen Wins Jokers Wild

KERRY MADSEN DOMINATES JOKERS WILD AT ELDORA DESPITE HAND INJURY(COURTESY WOO PR) (courtesy WoO PR) ROSSBURG, OH – July 14, 2017 – After a three hour rain delay in the early evening, Kerry Madsen dominated the World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series Jokers Wild event at Eldora Speedway on Thursday night that stretched into […]

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Eldora Speedway and FloSports Announce Multiyear Partnership

Eldora Speedway and FloSports Announce Multiyear Partnership Multiyear Agreement Brings Unprecedented Coverage to Grassroots Racing ROSSBURG, Ohio (Jan. 30, 2020) – Eldora Speedway and FloSports, the innovator in live digital sports and original content, announced today a multiyear agreement for live and on-demand coverage from the legendary high-banked, half-mile dirt oval. The partnership makes FloRacing […]

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2020 TICKETS AND CAMPSITES ON SALE SATURDAY

Tickets and campsites for Eldora Speedway’s 2020 Major Events will go on public sale Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. All Dirt Late Model Dream, Kings Royal, Dirt Derby and World 100 ticket orders can be placed online at www.EldoraSpeedway.com, by phone at (937) 338-3815 or in person at the speedway office. The ticketing portion of […]

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2022 World of Outlaws Dates Announced

Eldora Set to Host Seven Nights of WoO Action in ’22 #LetsRaceTwo weekend (Friday-Saturday, May 6-7) – The perfect weekend with full racing programs for the World of Outlaws Sprint Cars and the USAC National Sprints both Friday and Saturday night! 39th Kings Royal Week (Wed.-Sat., July 13-July 16) – While we’ll return to one […]

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2024 Eldora Schedule Released

Some of the Biggest Short Track Events in the World Highlight 23 Nights of Racing for Eldora Speedway’s 2024 Season ROSSBURG, Ohio (Dec. 4, 2023) – Offering one of the most diverse and lucrative schedules of any dirt track, including some of the biggest short-track events in the world, Eldora Speedway will host 23 nights […]

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2025 SCHEDULE RELEASED

Some of the Biggest Short Track Events in the World Highlight 24 Nights of Racing for Eldora Speedway’s 2025 Season ROSSBURG, Ohio (Dec. 9, 2024) – Offering one of the most diverse and lucrative schedules of any dirt track, including some of the biggest short-track events in the world, Eldora Speedway will host 24 nights […]

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2024 DLM DREAM ENTRY FORM POSTED

The official entry form for the 30th Running of the Dirt Late Model Dream is now available. For the first time in its storied history, the event will boast a purse north of $600,000. That number climbs to more than $675,000 when accounting for Wednesday’s FloRacing Night in America show. For the Dirt Late Model […]

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26th Dirt Late Model Dream Weekend Rescheduled to June 2021

ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 19, 2020) – Eldora Speedway officials have announced the 26th running of the Dirt Late Model Dream, one of the legendary half-mile dirt oval’s marquee events, has been rescheduled to early June 2021. With restrictions on mass gatherings issued by federal and state authorities remaining in effect, the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic continues […]

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43RD ANNUAL WORLD 100 ENTRY FORM RELEASED

The official entry form for the 43rd annual World 100 has been released from the Eldora Speedway office.  For the first time ever, the World 100 format will encompass three days of racing, September 5-6-7.  Interested drivers and teams can download and print the form using the link below. MORE: Download the official World 100 […]

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44TH ANNUAL WORLD 100 ENTRY FORM NOW POSTED

ROSSBURG, OH (July 29) – With the total three-day posted payoff of $284,910, including Saturday’s Feature payout of $152,410, the Official Entry Form for Eldora Speedway’s 44th annual World 100 was released today. The form details each full day of UMP DIRTcar sanctioned racing for the September 4, 5 and 6 event; culminating with Saturday night’s ‘Granddaddy of […]

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50th Annual World 100 Rescheduled to September 2021

Eldora and FloSports to Present the “Intercontinental Classic” Live on FloRacing ROSSBURG, Ohio (August 12, 2020) – Eldora Speedway officials have announced the 50th World 100 has been rescheduled to early September 2021 due to the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis. The legendary half-mile dirt oval’s biggest and most-famous event was scheduled for September 10-11-12. Despite […]

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Amateur Drivers Join Racing Legends for Inaugural SRX Season

Doug Coby, Brian Brown, Kody Swanson and Bobby Santos III Add ‘Cinderella Story’ Element as Each Will Compete Against NASCAR, INDYCAR and Sports Car Legends MOORESVILLE, N.C. (April 9, 2021) – Ever wonder how grassroots racing legends would fare against drivers who made their careers earning national championships and winning the most prestigious races in […]

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ANGELS OF THE INFIELD

Premier Health/Miami Valley Hospital Emergency Staff Check the Pulse of Eldora Speedway ROSSBURG, Ohio (July 18, 2017) – Built in 2015, Eldora Speedway’s state-of-the-art infield care center has intervened in a variety injuries and ailments. Liz Denlinger, R.N., Emergency Department Nursing Director at Miami Valley Hospital, can relate. Prior to becoming nursing director at Eldora’s […]

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APRIL 20TH SEASON OPENER NEWS & FACTS

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE HINES BANKING ON ELDORA EXPERIENCE AS PROPELLANT TO VICTORY ROSSBURG, OH (April 16) – Coming into Saturday’s (April 20) USAC (United States Auto Club) National Sprint Car event at Eldora Speedway, only one of the top five in the 2013 cumulative point standings has pulled […]

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APRIL 27TH ‘SEASON OPENER’ NEWS & FACTS

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE STORYLINES: * Looking to Saturday, Eldora Banking on “Third Time’s the Charm” * Aaron Orr Seeks to Join Brother Scott as Champion to Become 4th Such Eldora Combination * Odds of Backing Up Modified Championship Against Kramer * Sawmiller Father/Son Team to Lead Waynesfield Tuff Trucks […]

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APRIL 5 ELDORA TEST AND TUNE DAY CANCELED

April 12 UMP DIRTcar Spring Nationals Now First on Eldora Menu – Little Eldora Still on for Sunday ROSSBURG, OH (April 3) – Unrelenting rain showers and unseasonably cool temperatures have worked against the Eldora Speedway track crew and their staunch efforts to produce an ideal racing surface for Saturday’s (April 5) scheduled Test and […]

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ENTRY FORM RELEASED FOR MODIFIED PORTION OF UMP DIRTCAR NATIONALS

MODIFIED LEG OF UMP NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS AT ELDORA TO AWARD OVER $63,000 Pre-Entry Information, Which Includes $90 Savings, Available Online MORE: Download the official UMP DIRTcar Nationals MODIFIED entry form… CLICK HERE ROSSBURG, OH (Sept. 16) – Pre-entry information, including a $90 savings, for the most aggressive and richest UMP DIRTcar Modified event in Eldora Speedway’s […]

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AUGUST 10 ‘FAMILY FUN NIGHT’ NEWS & FACTS

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE STORYLINES: * Family Fun Night Focuses on Fan Involvement as 2013 Points Chase Continues * Continuation of Modified Parity Could Establish Record * Cry in Stock Car Division is ‘Stop Barney Craig’ FAMILY FUN NIGHT FOCUSES ON FAN INVOLVEMENT AS 2013 POINTS CHASE CONTINUES While […]

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Bell Back in Eldora Victory Lane

BELL BACK IN ELDORA VICTORY LANE (Courtesy WoO PR) ROSSBURG, OH – July 14, 2017 – Christopher Bell took the lead from Brad Sweet in turn three and then held off a surging Donny Schatz on a restart with nine laps to go to win the Knight Before the Kings Royal at Eldora Speedway on Friday […]

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BLANKENSHIP REACHES MOUNTAINTOP OF DIRT LATE MODEL RACING WITH WORLD 100 VICTORY

(courtesy Kevin Kovac) Welcome to the elite, John Blankenship. The 32-year-old driver from Williamson, W.Va., reached the mountaintop of dirt Late Model racing on Saturday night, racing forward from the 12th starting spot to capture the 43rd annual DIRTcar UMP-sanctioned World 100 at Eldora Speedway. Blankenship passed Terry Phillips of Springfield, Mo., for the lead […]

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BLOOMQUIST AND DAVENPORT SCORE BIG WINS IN FIRST DAY OF DIRT LATE MODEL DREAM XXI

Sunny Skies And Great Weather Greet Competitors As They Race Toward $100,000 Payout ROSSBURG, Ohio (June 4, 2015) – Scott Bloomquist and Jonathan Davenport rolled to impressive preliminary feature victories on the opening night of Eldora Speedway’s Dirt Late Model Dream XXI presented by Ferris Commercial Mowers, splitting Thursday night’s two 25-lap DIRTcar-sanctioned races at […]

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BLOOMQUIST TO RACE IN DTWC

DTWC entry would mark his 36th consecutive year racing at Eldora Speedway ROSSBURG, Ohio, Oct. 12 – Legendary dirt late model driver Scott Bloomquist has made his intentions known that he will be racing in Carl Short’s 43rd General Tire Dirt Track World Championship, presented by ARP at Eldora Speedway, October 20-21. It will mark […]

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BLUE COLLAR BASH INTACT FOR SATURDAY AND SUNDAY

Inclement Weather Cancels Friday Optional Practice Session ROSSBURG, OH (Oct. 25) – With the National Weather Service forecasting strong chances of inclement weather Friday evening, Eldora Speedway officials have adjusted the schedule for this weekend’s inaugural Blue Collar Bash and canceled the optional Friday evening practice session to preserve optimal track conditions for the weekend. […]

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BULLETIN: SRX SERIES BACK AT ELDORA IN 2023!

BULLETIN: SRX SERIES BACK AT ELDORA IN 2023! (December 21, 2022): The Superstar Racing Experience (SRX) will return to Eldora Speedway on Thursday night, August 10, 2023, as part of its six-race, ESPN “Thursday Night Thunder” series. The series features superstar drivers from a variety of racing genres with an emphasis on champion-level drivers. Over […]

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Kings Royal a Local Business Boom

Eldora’s Kings Royal, Marquee Events Benefit Surrounding Communities ROSSBURG, Ohio (July 11, 2017) – The winning driver of the 34th Annual Kings Royal featuring the World of Outlaws (WoO) Craftsman Sprint Car Series isn’t the only one cashing in this weekend. Many area businesses are also profiting from the crowds attending one of winged sprint […]

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CALIFORNIA TRANSPLANT: JUSTIN GRANT

Justin Grant Hails From the Left Coast, Calls Eldora Speedway, Midwest Home ROSSBURG, Ohio (Sept. 20, 2017) – He hails from California and now lives in Avon, Ind. But when it comes to Justin Grant, the racing community in Piqua, Ohio, and the surrounding area considers him one of their own. And this weekend he’s […]

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CAMPING: Plenty of Options at Eldora

Happy Campers Making Pilgrimage to Eldora This Weekend Randy and Stacy Grimes of Indiana prefer the thrill – and free camping – of the #Lot5Landrush. Florida’s Ken and Cindy Smith take a more reserved approach to parking their Class A motor home. Whatever the method to landing that coveted spot, the Grimes and Smiths are […]

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CAMPING WORLD NAMED TITLE PARTNER FOR SRX

Sponsor to Highlight Plating Change Initiative with Goal of $1 Million in Donations to Battle Food Insecurity MOORESVILLE, N.C. (June 1, 2021) – Camping World, America’s Recreation Dealer, has joined Superstar Racing Experience (SRX) as the title partner of the six-race short-track series debuting this summer on Saturday nights in primetime on the CBS Television […]

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CARCASH MUDSUMMER CLASSIC NAMED OUTSTANDING ANNUAL SHORT TRACK EVENT

North America’s 1,200 Short-Track Promoters Select Eldora’s NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Debut ROSSBURG, Ohio (Feb. 24) – Auto racing promoters from the United States and Canada voted Eldora Speedway’s inaugural 1-800 CarCash Mudsummer Classic featuring the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series – the landmark event marking the first NASCAR National Series event on dirt […]

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Casey Noonan, Jacob Hawkins and Gary Rahe Win Big In Johnny Appleseed Classic by Miller Lite

All Races Completed As Fast Paced Program Thwarts Mother Nature ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 28, 2017) – With thunderstorms surrounding Eldora Speedway and more storms bearing down on the facility from all directions, race officials and teams pushed Sunday’s three-division Johnny Appleseed Classic by Miller Lite through to completion at 8:45 p.m. Casey Noonan, of Sylvania, […]

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CBS SPORTS NETWORK TO BROADCAST IRACING FROM ELDORA

(Courtesy World Racing Group) The World of Outlaws is bringing its fan-favorite style of live virtual racing to CBS Sports Network starting Tuesday, April 28, when the dirt track specialists of “The Greatest Show on Dirt” take on some of the world’s greatest racers in a series of one-hour doubleheader eDirt Racing Shootouts. Tuesday’s World […]

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Chamber Race Night Details

The 2018 Eldora Dirt Derby winner and current driver of the Stewart-Haas #14 in the NASCAR Cup Series, Chase Briscoe, will be the featured guest at the 27th Annual Evening for Race Fans in St. Henry, Ohio on Saturday, January 28th. Also appearing will be 2014 Eldora Modified Champ, 2015 Eldora Late Model Champ and […]

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‘COMMON’ YET ‘VARIED’ ARE KEY WORDS FOR SEASON CLOSING UNOH SPRINTACULAR

All Cars Will be Sprint Cars, But Specs and Format Vary Among Three Participating Sanctioning Bodies ROSSBURG, OH (October 10) – For Saturday’s (October 12) season-closing UNOH Sprintacular at Eldora Speedway there is one common element, Sprint Car, but from thereon ‘common’ switches to ‘variety’. From aerodynamic wing permission, to engine size, to tire rules, […]

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Crowning Moment For The King

“The King” Steve Kinser Named As Royal Sovereign For 34th Annual Kings Royal ROSSBURG, Ohio (July 12, 2017) – The King. In only two simple words, the legend that is Steve Kinser can be fully defined. Having made seven appearances on the Eldora Speedway stage as the event champion, King Kinser will add another chapter […]

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DANNY HOLTGRAVER TOPS LARGE SPEEDWEEK FIELD

ROSSBURG, OH (June 21) – Danny Holtgraver turned a wish into reality Saturday night at Eldora Speedway when he kicked off Ohio Sprint Speedweek in grand style by besting a 44-car UNOH All Star Sprint field for his first-ever Eldora win. Joining Holtgraver as victors on the NKTelco sponsored tripleheader card were Matt Westfall (UMP […]

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DARRELL WALLACE JR WINS ON ELDORA DIRT

courtesy NASCAR Wire Services In front of a packed house at Eldora Speedway, Darrell Wallace Jr. won Wednesday’s night second annual 1-800 CarCash Mudsummer Classic. Wallace, a NASCAR Drive for Diversity graduate, earned his second NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) win of the season. Wallace led the final 97 laps of the 150-lap race […]

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DILLON THRILLS IN EXCITING ELDORA VICTORY

From NASCAR Wire Services ROSSBURG, Ohio — Austin Dillon returned to the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series the same night NASCAR returned to dirt. Racing in the series for the first time since winning the 2011 championship, Dillon pulled away during a green-white-checkered-flag finish to win Wednesday night’s CarCash Mudsummer Classic at Eldora Speedway, the […]

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DIRT LATE MODEL DREAM TRAFFIC ADVISORY

TRAFFIC ADVISORY ROSSBURG, Ohio (June 5, 2019) – Eldora Speedway’s first marquee event of the 2019 season, the 25th running of the Dirt Late Model Dream, begins Thursday night and culminates with Saturday’s finale and $125,000-to-win feature event. Eldora Speedway officials indicate an armada of recreational vehicles and race haulers are headed to the high-banked […]

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DIRTcar Penalty Report

Via DIRTcar PR CONCORD, N.C. — Sept. 28, 2017 — World Racing Group has announced penalties in DIRTcar Racing. Per the Series rulebooks and the integrity of the sport, such infractions shall be announced. Members in good standing have the right to appeal the decision as provided in Section 12 of the General Rules and […]

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DIRTcar Racing Penalty Report

(via DIRTcar PR) CONCORD, N.C. — June 30, 2017 — World Racing Group has announced penalties in DIRTcar Racing. Per the Series rulebooks and the integrity of the sport, such infractions shall be announced. Members in good standing have the right to appeal the decision to the World Racing Group Appeals Commission as provided in […]

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Disqualified Drivers Withdraw Lawsuit; Case Dismissed By Federal Court

Disqualified Drivers Withdraw Lawsuit; Case Dismissed By Federal Court Ticket Renewals for Eldora’s 2017 Major Events Begin Today ROSSBURG, Ohio (October 18, 2016) – A federal lawsuit filed against World Racing Group, Inc. (WRG) and subsidiary DIRTcar Racing, Eldora Speedway, Inc., and its owner Tony Stewart by five drivers and race teams disqualified following June’s […]

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DLM DREAM ENTRY FORM POSTED

The official entry form for the 29th Running of the Dirt Late Model Dream is now available. The three-day event purse sits at $585,828 with the event champion taking home $129,000 on Saturday night. The event runs June 8th through 10th. To view official rules, purse, format and more, view the Entry Form PDF handout […]

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Eldora Announces 2018 Major Event Dates

Traditional Dates Released For Dirt Late Model Dream, Kings Royal, NASCAR Trucks & World 100 ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 23, 2017) – While just a few races into the 2017 racing season, Eldora Speedway today confirmed its Major Event dates for 2018. The announcement coincided with the release of the calendar for each of the three […]

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ELDORA ANNOUNCES 2019 MARQUEE EVENT DATES

ELDORA ANNOUNCES 2019 MARQUEE EVENT DATES Dirt Late Model Dream, Kings Royal and World 100 Confirmed; NASCAR Trucks To Thunder On A Thursday ROSSBURG, Ohio (June 13, 2018) – Just days after setting an all-time attendance record for the Dirt Late Model Dream, Eldora Speedway officials confirmed 10 of the marquee dates for its 2019 […]

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ELDORA AWARDS BANQUET SET FOR JANUARY 21

Tickets Now Available For 2016 Championship Celebration ROSSBURG, Ohio (December 19) – Eldora Speedway’s 63rd season of racing will be feted Saturday, January 21, 2017 when the top drivers from the DIRTcar UMP Late Models, DIRTcar UMP Modifieds, Eldora Stocks and Sunoco American Late Model Series are honored in the legendary Eldora Ballroom. Doors will […]

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ELDORA CELEBRATES 2016 SEASON AND CROWNS CHAMPIONS

Family And Passion Are Resounding Messages of Over 50 Drivers Honored New Weston, OHIO (Jan. 21) – Championship honors bestowed upon Jon Henry (DIRTcar Late Model), Jeff Koz (DIRTcar UMP Modified) and Rob Trent (DIRTcar Stock Car) by track owner Tony Stewart highlighted a busy Saturday night of awards and celebration. The affair, which filled […]

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Eldora Expands Campgrounds For 48th World 100

Reservations for New Sites Begin Wednesday, August 29 at 10 a.m. ROSSBURG, Ohio (August 28, 2018) – With a record number of camping reservations for the 48th running of the World 100 on September 6th-7th-8th, Eldora Speedway officials have been hard at work to accommodate race fans from around the world who want to be […]

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Eldora Legend Bloomquist Killed in Plane Crash

Statement from Eldora Speedway: Shock and sadness can only begin to describe our emotions upon hearing the news of Scott Bloomquist’s passing. He earned his GOAT status a long time ago, and the skills and bravado that made him a legend were always on display at Eldora. His 12 victories between the Dream and World […]

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FINALLY, THE ELDORA MILLION® IS BACK!

FINALLY, THE ELDORA MILLION® IS BACK! The $1 Million-To-Win Race Returns Thurs., June 9, 2022, Creating an Epic Dirt Late Model Dream Week ROSSBURG, Ohio (Nov. 18, 2021) – Eldora Speedway® and official livestream partner, FloSports, a leader in sports streaming and original content, today announced the return of The Eldora Million®, one of the […]

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ELDORA MILLION / DLM DREAM ENTRY POSTED

ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 16, 2022) – The Official Entry Form for the Eldora Million and Dirt Late Model Dream has been released. The $1,002,022-to-win Eldora Million and $128,000-to-win Dirt Late Model Dream highlight a total purse of over $1.9 Million that will be up for grabs June 8-11. OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM Tickets for the Eldora […]

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Eldora Million for Winged Sprint Cars!

Eldora to Host Richest Sprint Car Race in Motorsports History With $1 Million-To-Win ‘Eldora Million’ on July 13, 2023 Live Flag-to-Flag Coverage Provided Exclusively by FloSports ROSSBURG, Ohio (December 14, 2022) – Eldora Speedway owner Tony Stewart announced today that winged sprint cars will race for the richest purse in sprint car history as his […]

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ELDORA OFFICIALLY CLOSES OUT 2013 SEASON

ROSSBURG, OH (Jan. 25) – Despite near blizzard-like conditions earlier in the day, nearly 400 drivers, crew members and fans gathered inside the Eldora Ballroom Saturday evening to bring an official close to the 2013 season with the annual Eldora Speedway Awards Ceremony. Honored as divisional champions for the legendary .500-mile clay oval were Matt […]

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ELDORA OPENER FLOODED OUT

Rising Flood Waters, Road Closures and More Rain Force Cancelation ROSSBURG, Ohio (April 26, 2019) – After consultation with authorities in Darke and Mercer County as well as border counties in the neighboring state of Indiana, Eldora Speedway officials tonight announced the cancelation of the 66th Season Opener scheduled for Saturday afternoon. “Sometimes you gotta […]

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Eldora Opens 2022 Season Tuesday

Eldora Opens Its 2022 Season This Tuesday With Big FloRacing Night in America Show; Teams Anxious to Tweak Setups for Dirt Late Model Dream Week ROSSBURG, Ohio, April 22 – There are more than a million reasons why Tuesday’s FloRacing Night In America racing program at Eldora Speedway is important to America’s super late model […]

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ELDORA PARTNERS WITH SISCO AND GRASSHOPPER MOWERS

New Partnership includes 50/50 Second Prize at Saturday’s Kings Royal NEW WESTON, Ohio (July 16, 2019) – Eldora Speedway, Superior Implement and Supply Company (SISCO) and Grasshopper Mowers today announced a partnership making Grasshopper the Official Mower of Eldora Speedway. SISCO, the distributor for Grasshopper Mowers in Ohio, is located just down the road from […]

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ELDORA SADDENED BY LOSS OF BOB NEWTON

Hoosier Racing Tire Patriarch Crafted Longstanding Relationship with Eldora ROSSBURG, OH (Sept. 27) – Eldora Speedway’s staff and officials have joined the auto racing fraternity in expressing their sympathy and sadness on the passing of Hoosier Racing Tire founder Bob Newton of Lakeville, IN. “I am going to miss Bob, I worked with him a […]

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ELDORA SETS 2014 MAJOR EVENT DATES

ROSSBURG, Ohio (October 16) – Eldora Speedway officials today announced the dates for its four Major Events in 2014. The 61st consecutive season of racing at the legendary high-banked clay oval will once again feature dirt racing’s greatest spectacles for Dirt Late Models, the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Cars (WoO) and the NASCAR Camping […]

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ELDORA SPEEDWAY ANNOUNCES 2020 MARQUEE EVENT DATES

Dirt Late Model Dream, Kings Royal, NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series, World 100 and 4-Crown Set ROSSBURG, Ohio (April 3, 2019) – With three weeks remaining before the beginning of the 2019 season, Eldora Speedway officials today confirmed 13 of its marquee event dates for the 2020 calendar of events. The announcement coincided with the […]

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ELDORA SPEEDWAY BALLROOM BLOOD DRIVE IS JUNE 22

Date: June 8, 2017 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Mark Pompilio PR/Marketing (937) 461-3412 ELDORA SPEEDWAY BALLROOM BLOOD DRIVE IS JUNE 22 MOTORCYCLE IS GRAND PRIZE IN ‘SCOUTING FOR DONORS’ CAMPAIGN DAYTON, Ohio – Donors will get a chance to win Eldora Speedway Kings Royal race tickets, Eldora Speedway gear and other prizes by supporting the […]

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Eldora Speedway Ballroom Blood Drive is June 23

DONORS CAN WIN RACE TICKETS, ENTER DRAWING FOR ALASKA VACATON (Courtesy Community Blood Center PR) DAYTON, Ohio – The Eldora Speedway will support the summer blood supply by hosting a blood drive Thursday, June 23 from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the Eldora Speedway Ballroom, 13929 State Route 118, New Weston.  Fans can win […]

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Eldora Speedway Hires Levi Jones as General Manager

Championship-Winning USAC Driver and Motorsports Industry Veteran To Oversee World’s Greatest Dirt Track ROSSBURG, Ohio (Sept. 5, 2024) – Eldora Speedway has hired championship-winning USAC driver and motorsports executive Levi Jones as general manager for the World’s Greatest Dirt Track. The appointment serves as a homecoming for Jones, with the 42-year-old from Olney, Illinois, having […]

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ELDORA SPEEDWAY MONSTER JAM TICKET INFORMATION RELEASED

2013 Eldora Speedway Monster Jam® Tickets Now On Sale $15 Advance Tickets Available for Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam at Eldora Speedway August 2-3, 2013 New Weston, OH (May 24, 2013) – Feld Motor Sports℠ announced today that tickets for Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam, the world’s premier monster truck series, are on sale now!  Monster […]

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ELDORA SPEEDWAY NAMED “MY FAVORITE TRACK’ BY SPEED SPORT READERS

Eldora Speedway Named “My Favorite Track” by Readers of SPEED SPORT Magazine and NationalSpeedSportNews.com Historic Ohio Oval Bests Speedways Across North America for Third Consecutive Year ROSSBURG, Ohio (March 28, 2014) – Officials from SPEED SPORT Magazine and NationalSpeedSportNews.com, America’s trusted motorsports authority since 1934, announced today that their readers have voted Eldora Speedway as […]

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Eldora Speedway Names New General Manager

Motorsports Industry Veteran Jerry Gappens Joins World’s Greatest Dirt Track ROSSBURG, Ohio (April 18, 2022) – Eldora Speedway has named veteran motorsports executive Jerry Gappens as its new general manager, succeeding Roger Slack, who has decided to call time on his 12-year career at Eldora. Gappens comes to Eldora from Indiana’s Gas City I-69 Speedway […]

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ELDORA SPEEDWAY RELEASES 2014 STOCK CAR SPECIFICATIONS

Division to Again Join Marquee Eldora Events in Upcoming Season ROSSBURG, OH (November 11) – Eldora Speedway officials have released specifications for the Stock Car division that will be included in a multitude of 2014 events at the historic speed plant. Closely mirroring the specs from previous years, minor changes were implemented; none of which […]

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ELDORA TEST AND TUNE CANCELED DUE TO RAIN

(April 8, 2015) – A week of April showers have worked against the Eldora Speedway track crew and their staunch efforts to produce an ideal racing surface for the Test and Tune Day scheduled for Saturday, April 11. With more rain forecast for Thursday and Friday, the session has been canceled. Eldora’s 62nd season opener […]

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ELDORA/ALMS PARITY ATTRACTIVE TO UMP DIRTcar HOPEFULS

Late Models and Modifieds to Chase for $5,000 Check in Eldora’s 61st Opener ROSSBURG, OH (April 10) – When the Sunoco American Late Model Series (ALMS) enters its 20th consecutive season of competition on Eldora Speedway’s challenging high banks this Saturday (April 12) as part of the UMP DIRTcar Spring Nationals presented by Allstar Performance […]

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ELDORA’S 2021 SCHEDULE DOUBLES DOWN FOR FANS RETURN

CALENDAR INCLUDES TWO DIRT LATE MODEL DREAMS, TWO KINGS ROYALS & TWO WORLD 100s! ROSSBURG, Ohio (April 13, 2021) – In one of the most-anticipated announcements in its 68-year history, Eldora Speedway officials today revealed the 2021 schedule of events, and – most importantly – the return of fans to the grandstands for the first-time […]

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FAMILY FUN NIGHT NEWS & FACTS

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE STORYLINES: * Family Fun Night Tradition Accentuated by Fun at Affordable Pricing * Jerry Bowersock Hoping to Trade an Eldora Trend of 2’s into a 1 * Barney Craig Capitalizing on End of Eldora Victory Drought * Affordable Eldora Weekend Wraps Up Sunday on Little […]

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FAN ACCESS ADDS TO 1-800 CARCASH MUDSUMMER CLASSIC EXPERIENCE

Eldora Speedway’s Second Running of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Offers Interaction ROSSBURG, OH (July 19) — Fans attending the 1-800 CarCash Mudsummer Classic, the second running of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) only event on dirt, will experience even more access to the drivers, teams and trucks on Tuesday and Wednesday […]

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Final Appeals Upheld in Dirt Late Model Dream Suspensions

Final Appeals Upheld in Dirt Late Model Dream Suspensions CONCORD, N.C. – July 23, 2016 –World Racing Group Commission Chairman Potestas, motorsports executive John Darby, upheld penalties issued by DIRTcar following Eldora Speedway’s Dirt Late Model Dream. The #B5 driven by Brandon Sheppard, #22 driven by Gregg Satterlee, #20 driven by Jimmy Owens, #33X driven […]

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FIREWORKS ON AND OFF THE TRACK HIGHLIGHT $8 FAMILY FUN NIGHT

BOSS Sprints Added to Saturday’s Highly Anticipated Mobil 1 Sponsored Tradition ROSSBURG, OH (May 14) – While the gigantic fireworks display that has become synonymous with Eldora Speedway’s $8 Family Fun Night promotions will light the skies post-race this Saturday (May 17), the on-track action prior to it has been given an infusion of volatility […]

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FOCUS ON FUN AT ELDORA FAMILY NIGHT AUGUST 11

Three Divisions of Racing, Autograph Session and Gigantic Fireworks Extravaganza On Tap ROSSBURG, OH (Aug. 2) – Through its ‘special event’ status versus a ‘weekly racing series’ venue, Eldora Speedway has the unique ability to mix up their menu of events throughout the season and cater to many different demographics with a variety of race […]

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FOUR YEARS STRAIGHT: ELDORA NAMED FAVORITE TRACK IN SPEED SPORT POLL

ROSSBURG, Ohio (March 31, 2015) – Another year, but the results remain the same. Officials from SPEED SPORT Magazine and NationalSpeedSportNews.com, America’s trusted motorsports authority since 1934, announced today that their readers have voted Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio as ‘My Favorite Track’ for the fourth consecutive year. Located just 60 miles northwest of Dayton, […]

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Gravel On A Roll Heading Into Kings Royal

Outlaw David Gravel Enters Kings Royal Weekend Riding Wave of Confidence (courtesy Greg Billing) ROSSBURG, Ohio (July 13, 2017) – Steadily and methodically, just like running that grueling 90-plus race World of Outlaws (WoO) Craftsman Sprint Car Series schedule, David Gravel has worked his way through the pack in the WoO standings. Gravel finished 17th […]

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HEATED EARLY SEASON COMPETITION HIGHLIGHTS POINT RACE

Modified and Stock Car Chase Joined by Annual Tuff Truck Appearance ROSSBURG, OH (April 25) – It may be early in the season, but already the chase for 2014 Eldora Speedway championship bragging rights shows an intense battle among the UMP DIRTcar Modifieds and Eldora Stock Cars. That point battle, plus a rare opportunity for […]

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Heavy Rains Postpone Eldora’s Family FIREWORKS Night

Largest Fireworks Show In Speedway History Added To Sunday, September 4th’s Baltes Classic ROSSBURG, Ohio (August 13, 2016) – Heavy rains and forecasted thunderstorms throughout the remainder of the day have canceled tonight’s Family Fireworks Night at Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio. The popular pre-race autograph session activities and the largest fireworks show in Eldora […]

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HOFFMAN, STRICKLER AND RAHE, JR. SCORE LIDLIFTER WINS

Hoffman Has Luck in Late Models, Strickler Tops Modifieds and Rahe Reminds Stocks Who’s Champ ROSSBURG, Ohio (April 29, 2018) – Nick Hoffman of Mooresville, North Carolina won Eldora Speedway’s Late Model LidLifter Saturday while fellow tar heel resident Kyle Strickler won the Modified feature and Cincinnati’s Gary Rahe, Jr. took the Stock Car victory. […]

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HURRICANE ISAAC WIPES OUT WIX FILTERS BALTES CLASSIC

100 Race Teams Had Converged Upon Eldora With Hopes That the Storm Would Pass Over ROSSBURG, OH (Sept. 2) – After a rain-free afternoon, remnants of Hurricane Isaac filtered in just prior to the scheduled hot  lap sessions Sunday evening to wipe out the Wix Filters Baltes Classic.  A talent-laden pit area of 36 Sunoco […]

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RESERVED SEATS FOR ELDORA’S MUDSUMMER CLASSIC SOLD OUT; 300 GA TICKETS REMAIN

NASCAR’s Popular Return to Dirt To Swell Ohio Heartland Population ROSSBURG, OHIO (January 29) – Eldora Speedway officials have announced that all reserved grandstand seats have been sold for the Inaugural NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Mudsummer Classic, NASCAR’s first national series race scheduled on a dirt track since September 1970.  The historic event takes […]

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Indiana Natives Chase The Dream

Steve Casebolt and Duane Chamberlain retrace their roots back to Eldora ROSSBURG, Ohio (June 8, 2016) – Steve Casebolt has competed as far as New Zealand and Australia, but Eldora Speedway is irreplaceable to him. There, Casebolt and his father sat in the grandstands watching sprint cars slide round-and-round – until it was his turn […]

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Introducing the Aspen Dental Eldora Dirt Derby

NASCAR’s Return to the Dirt Provides Another Reason to Smile July 20 is the Fourth Annual NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Race at Eldora Speedway ROSSBURG, Ohio (July 11, 2016) – A race that has made everyone smile since its inception in 2013 has earned an appropriate new name. The Aspen Dental Eldora Dirt Derby […]

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iRACING TO BUILD ELDORA SPEEDWAY

iRacing to Build Eldora Speedway Bedford, MA (April 4) – iRacing.com and Eldora Speedway today announced plans to add the legendary half mile clay oval to the popular online motorsport simulation service’s catalogue of race tracks. The world’s leading centralized racing game platform, iRacing revealed on April 1 that it plans to add dirt race […]

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IT’S A HOME-LIKE SETTING FOR KING KINSER AT ELDORA

20-time WoO Champion Faces Two Nights at Track That He Owns Bragging Rights To ROSSBURG, OH (May 1) – ‘Home’ as defined in the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, is ‘a’ one’s place of residence, ‘b’ a familiar or usual setting; congenial environment. While Bloomington, IN satisfies entry ‘a’ for Steve Kinser, Eldora Speedway best describes entry ‘b’, […]

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JACK HEWITT NAMED GRAND MARSHAL

Legendary Dirt Track Star Set To Preside Over Eldora Dirt Derby Event ROSSBURG, Ohio (July 17, 2017) – The charismatic, colorful and prolific Jack Hewitt, a 43-time winner across six different divisions at Eldora Speedway, has been named Grand Marshal for Wednesday’s fifth annual Eldora Dirt Derby NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) race. Hewitt, […]

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JEEP VAN WORMER AND NICK HOFFMAN WIN ALLSTAR PERFORMANCE FALL NATIONALS

Feature Races Postponed To Sunday Produce A Memorable Matinee ROSSBURG, Ohio (October 8, 2017) – It may have been 16 hours later than scheduled, but Jeep Van Wormer (Pinconning, Michigan) and Nick Hoffman (Mooresville, North Carolina) scored the $5,000 victories in the rain-delayed championship events in the Allstar Performance Fall Nationals Sunday at Eldora Speedway. […]

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JOHNNY APPLESEED CLASSIC RETURNS SUNDAY NIGHT

ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 23, 2017) – There is no holiday weekend more synonymous with auto racing than Memorial Day weekend and at Eldora Speedway that means it is time for the Johnny Appleseed Classic by Miller Lite, the oldest annual event on the track’s schedule. The high-banked half-mile oval hosts the time-honored event and celebrates […]

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JULY 12/13 ‘KINGS ROYAL’ NEWS & FACTS

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE STORYLINES: * Eldora’s Over-sized Throne is Most Cherished Chair in Sprint Car Racing * Five STP World of Outlaws Sprint Drivers Attempting to Grab First Kings Royal Crown * Charlie Fisher Announced as Royal Sovereign to Crown 30th annual Kings Royal Winner ELDORA’S OVER-SIZED THRONE […]

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KERRY MADSEN FINALLY DONS ELDORA’S KINGS ROYAL CROWN

KERRY MADSEN FINALLY DONS ELDORA’S KINGS ROYAL CROWN After Knocking on the Door Many Times, Madsen Becomes First Australian King of Historic Event Courtesy WoO and Eldora reports ROSSBURG, OH (July 12) –Kerry Madsen did something Saturday night few before him have ever done – he won the Kings Royal at Eldora Speedway, one of […]

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KINGS ROYAL LINEUP AND FORMAT DETAILS

QUALIFYING (TWO LAPS): All Time Trial procedures will follow those set forth in the 2019 World of Outlaws NOS® Energy Drink (WoO) Sprint Car Series Rulebook with the exception that the qualifying order will not be split into “A” and “B” flights. Cars will time trial in order of the random pill draw* conducted prior […]

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KINGS ROYAL TO PAY $175,000-TO-WIN!!!

To the Victor Goes the Spoils in Sprint Car Racing’s Most-Fabled Event ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 23, 2019) – After months of speculation, Eldora Speedway officials today announced the 36th annual Kings Royal will pay a blockbuster $175,000-to-win. The Kings Royal Weekend featuring the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series and all of […]

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Kyle Larson charges through field to capture Eldora win

Kyle Larson charges through field to capture Eldora win (By Chris Knight, NASCAR Wire Service) ROSSBURG, Ohio – Battling back from all kinds of adversity, Kyle Larson sailed away on a late race restart with 16 laps to go to win Wednesday night’s fourth annual Aspen Dental Eldora Dirt Derby 150 at Eldora Speedway. “It means […]

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LARSON, HINES AND CLAUSON SHARE 31st ANNUAL FOUR CROWN NATIONALS WINS

Larson’s Bid for History Derailed During Sprint Car Feature ROSSBURG, OH (Sept. 22) – Tracy Hines (Sprint Car) and Bryan Clauson (Silver Crown) returned to Eldora Speedway’s victory lane in Saturday’s 31stFour Crown Nationals just after Kyle Larson (Midget) had scored his fourth straight feature victory of the prestigious annual USAC (United States Auto Club) […]

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Larson Happy Overton Wasn’t In All Star Race

Kyle Larson, who garnered Rookie of the Year honors in his Late Model debut this past Wednesday through Saturday in Eldora Speedway’s Dirt Late Model Dreams, concluded his week by winning Sunday night’s NASCAR All-Star Race at Texas Motor Speedway. Larson opened his post-race winner’s media availability in Texas by commenting on the dominating performance […]

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#LETSRACETWO RESCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, JULY 17th

#LETSRACETWO RESCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, JULY 17th ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 11, 2019) – Rain has forced Eldora Speedway officials to reschedule Saturday’s #LetsRaceTwo Doubleheader featuring the USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Cars and World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars to Wednesday, July 17th. Saturday’s show will be restarted in its entirety and is now the […]

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#LetsRaceTwo Sprint Car Doubleheader This Weekend at Eldora

One-of-a-kind Event Features Nation’s Best Sprint Car Racing ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 9, 2019) – For just the fifth-time in history, the nation’s best traditional and winged sprint car competitors will compete on the same track, on the same nights, as both the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars and USAC AMSOIL National Sprint […]

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MAY 26TH ‘JOHNNY APPLESEED’ NEWS & FACTS

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE STORYLINES: * Eldora Speedway’s Oldest Event, Johnny Appleseed Classic, Features 4 Classes * Will Tim Allison Dynasty of NRA Sprint Racing at Eldora Fall in 2013? * Matt Miller Relying on ‘Rule of Threes’ to Guide Him to Eldora Victory * Parity in the Modified […]

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JUNE 22 ‘OHIO SPRINT SPEEDWEEK’ FAST FACTS

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE STORYLINES: * 4-Time Champion Shaffer in Elite Company, Yet Winless at Eldora * Parity Prevails Over Modified Field * Focus of Eldora Speedway Turns to Winged Sprint Cars for Next Three Events * Saturday Ohio Sprint Week Invasion Continues All Star Streak 4-TIME CHAMPION SHAFFER […]

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MCCREADIE AND LANIGAN TAKE TWIN 25 FEATURES

McCreadie & Lanigan Bag $5,000 Victories On Second World 100 Preliminary Night At Eldora Speedway ROSSBURG, OH – Sept. 6, 2013 – Tim McCreadie of Watertown, N.Y., and Darrell Lanigan of Union, Ky., scored $5,000 triumphs in the Twin 25-lap features that highlighted Friday night’s second preliminary program of the 43rd annual DIRTcar UMP-sanctioned World […]

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MOTHER NATURE IS GOING TO DUMP ON THE 2018 BANQUET, TOO

Winter Storms Expected to Affect Roads and Utilities; Eldora Officials Will Present Social Banquet ROSSBURG, Ohio (January 16, 2019) – After consultation with local authorities, Eldora Speedway officials have announced severe weather expected this weekend has forced cancelation of the 2018 Championship Awards Banquet scheduled for Saturday. “This was definitely not an easy decision because […]

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MS. ELDORA SPEEDWAY PAGEANT TO KICK OFF KINGS ROYAL WEEKEND – JULY 11

Three Representatives to be Chosen to Represent Eldora Speedway in Victory Lane ROSSBURG, OH (June 12) – Entry applications for Eldora Speedway’s annual ceremony to select representatives to assist with trophy presentations and other functions around the historic speed plant can now be downloaded from www.EldoraSpeedway.com. The 8th annual Ms. Eldora Speedway pageant (July 11) […]

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ANOTHER ELDORA FIRST… NASCAR CAMPING WORLD TRUCK SERIES COMING TO ELDORA

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series tackles Eldora’s high-banks on Wednesday, July 24 Inaugural Mudsummer Classic marks another historic first in Speedway’s 60th Season Celebration ROSSBURG, OHIO (Nov. 28, 2012) – Eldora Speedway and NASCAR announced today another milestone event in the legendary half-mile oval’s rich history as the 60-year-old track will play host to the […]

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NASCAR CAMPING WORLD TRUCKS AT ELDORA

Once a year, the toughest trucks in NASCAR head to the cornfields of Ohio… There’s no glitz. No glamour. No Hollywood. Just a Midwestern Wednesday night celebrating the only dirt race in all of NASCAR… Heat Races, Hometown Heroes, High School Bands and Fireworks… Plus a Four-Wide Salute to Dirt Racing’s roots. It’s a spectacle […]

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National Championships, Track Titles And Prestige On The Line This Weekend At Eldora

Hoffman and Ruhlman Among the Modifieds’ Leading Contenders ROSSBURG, Ohio (September 28, 2016) – When the best DIRTcar UMP Modified drivers in the country descend on Eldora Speedway this weekend, the battle for supremacy amongst America’s blue collar racers will be decided as Quincy, Illinois’ Michael Long tries to stave off multi-time champion Mike Harrison, […]

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NCWTS points leader Sauter digging for win at Eldora

NCWTS points leader Sauter digging for win at Eldora ROSSBURG – Johnny Sauter leads the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series points standings. He has a series-high four victories. And in 10 of 12 races this season he’s finished among the top five. Sauter has excelled on asphalt in pursuit of his second NCWTS championship in […]

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New Big Screen Set for ’23

Keeping the Eldora fan experience as a high priority, Tony Stewart gave his nod of approval on a new big screen for the facility last fall. Ohio based LED3 was awarded the project and put the finishing touches on installation earlier this week. The new screen will be in operation beginning with #LetsRaceTwo weekend May […]

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New Generation World 100 Trophy

(September 15, 2021) Some of you noticed the new generation World 100 trophy presented last weekend and have asked about the changes. As you can see in the accompanying photos there have been several tweaks to the famed globed trophy throughout the event’s history. In fact, the trophy presented for the first two years of […]

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OCT 12-14 TRAFFIC AND PARKING UPDATE

World 100 & Last Call For Them All Friday, October 12th, Saturday, October 13th and Sunday, October 14th Camping, Parking & Traffic Tips Frequently Asked Questions: https://www.eldoraspeedway.com/world100-faq/ There are some unique dynamics to this weekend’s rescheduled World 100, including the fact that so many people will be converging upon Eldora in such a short window […]

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OCTOBER 12: UNOH SPRINTACULAR NEWS AND FACTS

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE STORYLINES: * Smorgasbord of Sprints to Close Out Eldora’s 60th Season * Three Point Champions to be Crowned Following Saturday’s Competition * Cooler Fall Nights Prompt Earlier Start Time for Eldora Finale SMORGASBORD OF SPRINTS TO CLOSE OUT ELDORA’S 60TH SEASON ROSSBURG, OH (October 8) […]

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Outlaws Vs. All Stars at Kings Royal

Arctic Cat All Star Circuit of Champions Contingent Looks To Take The Crown (courtesy Tyler Altmeyer) ROSSBURG, OH (July 13, 2017) – Call it a grudge match. Or even a turf war. Any way you look at it, the ASCoC Circuit of Champions (ASCoC) contingent don’t plan on letting another Kings Royal crown slip through […]

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Plenty of Dirt on These Drivers’ Shoes

Experience Could Pay Dividends during Eldora Dirt Derby ROSSBURG, Ohio – The Eldora Dirt Derby on Wednesday, July 19, at Eldora Speedway is the only major NASCAR race run on a dirt surface, but it’s interesting to note that several of the racers expected to compete in the fifth annual event have dirt-track experience on […]

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PREMIER HEALTH JOINS ELDORA SPEEDWAY AS OFFICIAL HEALTHCARE PARTNER

Miami Valley Hospital and CareFlight To Staff Infield Care Center for Only Dirt Race in NASCAR ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 16, 2014) — Premier Health/Miami Valley Hospital, Southwestern Ohio’s only Level 1 Trauma Center, will provide health and emergency services to Eldora Speedway’s 1-800 CarCash Mudsummer Classic on Wednesday, July 23. Recognized by NASCAR Medical Liaisons […]

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Rain Wins Wednesday Flo Night

(June 5, 2024) After enduring several rain showers throughout the day, Mother Nature let loose and got the last laugh on Wednesday after dumping heavy rain on the track shortly after hot laps were completed. Officials pulled the plug on the event around 8:00 PM. Eldora Speedway and Flo Series officials will review potential reschedule […]

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RAINY FORECAST CANCELS THURSDAY’S OPEN PRACTICE

Decision Supported by Analytics, Machine Learning and University-educated Professionals ROSSBURG, Ohio (April 17, 2019) – Rain forecast to hit Eldora Speedway on Thursday afternoon has forced officials to cancel the evening’s Open Practice session. With inclement weather expected throughout much of the Easter Weekend, it will not be rescheduled. Eldora officials now turn their focus […]

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Remembering Jerry Gappens

(Story by Dave Argabright) (ROSSBURG, OH – June 17, 2024) The raucous crowd was excited as they readied themselves for the 30th running of the Late Model Dream at Eldora Speedway on June 8. Race cars inched forward in the staging area and people milled about in the concourse behind the grandstand and in vendor […]

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RENEWAL INFORMATION FOR 2012 ELDORA TICKET AND CAMPSITE PATRONS RELEASED

2013 Dirt Late Model Dream, Kings Royal and World 100 Weekends Set ROSSBURG, OH (Oct. 17) – With today’s exciting announcement of enhancements to the 2013 Eldora Speedway major event schedule, ticketing manager Tess Thwaits has released ticket and campsite renewal information for 2012 patrons. “We are excited about this year’s renewal process,” commented Thwaits.   […]

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Rico Abreu, Aaron Reutzel and Chris Windom Sensational in Sprintacular

California, Texas and Illinois Drivers Top 119 Sprint Cars in Fast-Paced Season Finale ROSSBURG, Ohio (October 8, 2016) – Fan favorite Rico Abreu, barnstorming Aaron Reutzel and USAC champion Chris Windom each won their respective features Saturday night at the “#LastCallForMethanol – Sprintacular.” The event concluded Eldora Speedway’s 63rd consecutive season of racing. A combined […]

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Rico Abreu to make NASCAR Truck return at Eldora

(Courtesy Lee Spencer – Motorsport.com) Dirt racing star Rico Abreu will make a one-off comeback to drive for ThorSport Racing in the annual NASCAR Truck race at Eldora Speedway on July 19. “I’m really looking forward to it,” Abreu told Motorsport.com. “I’m racing the same truck I ran last year when I finished third. “I […]

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ROSTERS SET FOR THU/FRI DREAM

Rosters have been set for the Thursday and Friday qualifiers at the Dirt Late Model Dream. As of Sunday evening, 93 entries have been split between the two days. Drivers will compete for a $25,000 top prize (50-lap Feature) on their respective qualifying night. They will earn points each time they are on the track […]

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Saturday Start Times Moved Up

SATURDAY SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENT: Eldora, World of Outlaws and USAC officials have consulted with BAM Weather on the latest forecast for Saturday night. The #LetsRaceTwo schedule will be moved up one hour with hot laps beginning at 5:00 PM and run in short-order.

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Saturday’s Family FIREWORKS Night Washed Out at Eldora

Saturday’s Family FIREWORKS Night Washed Out at Eldora Severe Storms Flood Infield With More Severe Weather Forecast For Saturday ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 19, 2017) – Torrential rain during a Friday afternoon thunderstorm have flooded portions of the track surface and infield at Eldora Speedway forcing cancelation of Saturday night’s $8 Family FIREWORKS Night presented by […]

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SAUTER SIZES UP ELDORA DIRT DERBY

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Point Leader Looks Forward To Eldora Speedway Return ROSSBURG, Ohio (July 18, 2017) – He’s the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS) defending points champion and current points leader. He’s tied for ninth place all-time with 14 career NCWTS victories. He’s either won or finished second in five of the […]

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SCHATZ SWEEPS OUTLAWS AT ELDORA; WINDOM ROMPS

USAC SPRINTS STORY (COURTESY USAC PR) Rossburg, Ohio………For Chris Windom, this is supposed to be his big May.  The reigning USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Car champ has a jampacked schedule of short track races across the Midwest to compete in and is on the verge of his first start at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. If Saturday […]

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DISTINCTION OF VARIETY HOLDS TRUE WITH AMBITIOUS 2014 ELDORA SLATE

61st Season To Feature Multitude of Divisions & Sanctioning Bodies ROSSBURG, OH (December 20) – Building upon the momentum of a prolific 2013 season, Eldora Speedway owner Tony Stewart has confirmed and released 2014’s Schedule of Events for the historic .500-mile southwestern Ohio speed plant. The three-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion has retained Eldora’s high-profile […]

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SEPT 20/21: 4-CROWN NATIONALS NEWS & FACTS (VERSION II)

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE STORYLINES: * Baltes’ USAC Hall of Fame Induction to Take Place Prior to Saturday’s Four Crown Nationals * Saldana Enters WoO Portion of Four Crown Nationals With Confidence * Absolute Parity in Eldora UMP DIRTcar Modified Action – 7 Winners in 7 Features BALTES’ USAC […]

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SPRINT CARS RETURN SATURDAY FOR OHIO SPRINT SPEEDWEEK

SPRINT CARS RETURN SATURDAY FOR OHIO SPRINT SPEEDWEEK All Star Circuit of Champions Faceoff Against Sprint Car Greats and Eldora Favorites ROSSBURG, Ohio (June 14, 2018) – The Arctic Cat All Star Circuit of Champions presented by Mobil1 (ASCoC) return to Eldora Speedway this Saturday night when the high-banked half-mile clay oval hosts round two […]

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STATEMENT FROM ELDORA REGARDING CRAFTSMAN SPONSORSHIP OF WoO SERIES

Statement From Eldora Speedway Regarding Craftsman Sponsorship of the World of Outlaws ROSSBURG, Ohio (February 1, 2016) – Sears and the Craftsman brand, America’s most trusted tool brand, announced today the return of Craftsman tools as a major presence in motorsports, becoming the title sponsor of the World of Outlaws. The three-year agreement, which begins immediately, renames […]

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ELDORA ANNOUNCES ‘NON-SPECTATOR’ DIRT LATE MODEL STREAM INVITATIONAL

Unprecedented Event Scheduled for June 4-5-6 Available Live Exclusively On FloRacing.com ROSSBURG, Ohio (May 28, 2020) – Eldora Speedway received approval Thursday morning of its proposal detailing plans for a responsible restart to racing at the legendary high-banked half-mile oval. The season will begin Thursday-Friday-Saturday, June 4-5-6 with a non-spectator event, the Dirt Late Model […]

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The Battle For Bragging Rights

THE RESULTS: After four days of Sprint Car racing, the Battle For Bragging Rights came down to one single point. World of Outlaws drivers turned a 12 point deficit going into Saturday night into a one point victory over the High Limit Racing driver group. The top five highest point earning drivers on the week […]

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THE HISTORICAL BIG “1” RETURNS TO ELDORA IN 2022

The Original $100,000-to-win Sprint Car Race Will Be Showcased Thursday of Expanded Kings Royal Week ROSSBURG, Ohio (July 17, 2021) – Eldora Speedway officials today announced The Historical Big 1 – the original $100,000-to-win sprint car race – will return in 2022 after a 19-year absence from the schedule. First held in 1993, Eldora Speedway […]

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RAIN POSTPONES THURSDAY DREAM OPENER TO FRIDAY NOON

Doubleheader Event Sets Up Massive Four Feature Race Program on Friday at Eldora ROSSBURG, Ohio (June 8, 2018) – Persistent rain and lightning forced Eldora Speedway officials to postpone Thursday night’s opening round of the 24th running of the $100,000-to-win Dirt Late Model Dream Weekend to Friday. Rain interrupted qualifying time trials with eight of […]

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TICKETS FOR ELDORA SPEEDWAY EVENTS ON SALE MONDAY

No Increase in Ticket Pricing Coupled with 2013 Parity of Competition Prompts Unprecedented Interest ROSSBURG, OH (February 6) – Starting Monday (February 10) Eldora Speedway fans will be able to purchase tickets and campsites for every race meet on the aggressive 2014 schedule. Since early December, the ticketing department has been filling orders for the […]

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TIGHT USAC MIDGET POINT RACE ENTERS ELDORA FOR SATURDAY’S 4-CROWN NATIONALS

TIGHT USAC MIDGET POINT RACE ENTERS ELDORA FOR SATURDAY’S 4-CROWN NATIONALS (Courtesy USAC Racing PR) A four-man race atop the USAC Midget National Championship standings makes its next stop to Rossburg, Ohio’s Eldora Speedway Saturday night, September 24 for the 35th running of the “4-Crown Nationals.” Spencer Bayston leads a fast bunch that includes Chad Boat, […]

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TONY STEWART RECIPIENT OF 2013 MYERS BROTHERS AWARD

(courtesy National Motorsports Press Association) LAS VEGAS – Tony Stewart, a three-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion, successful team owner and equally effective track owner, is this year’s recipient of the National Motorsports Press Association’s Myers Brothers Award. Named in honor of former NASCAR competitors Billy and Bob Myers, the award was presented to Stewart […]

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RAIN STOPS DAY ONE OF UMP NATIONALS, FULL SHOW SATURDAY

Revised Time Schedule Sees Saturday Action Starting 12:30 ROSSBURG, OH (October 5) – Intermittent rain showers that moved into southwestern Ohio have altered the schedule for this weekend’s UMP DIRTcar National Championships at Eldora Speedway.  Originally scheduled for two-days, the racing program will now be contested tomorrow (Saturday, October 6) with a revamped time format. […]

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USAC INTERN WELCH TO DEBUT SATURDAY AT ELDORA

“Dream Come True” for Second Generation Broadcaster ROSSBURG, OH (April 17) – Already comfortable on the race track as an accomplished and respected driver, Dillon Welch will be transferring that excitement and adrenalin into a new role Saturday night at Eldora Speedway. The 20-year old Ball State University Telecommunications Major student recently accepted an internship […]

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VanWormer & Clanton Open World 100 Weekend With Victories In Twin 25-Lap A-Features

(courtesy Kevin Kovac) ROSSBURG, OH – Sept. 5, 2013 – Jeep VanWormer of Pinconning, Mich., and Shane Clanton of Zebulon, Ga., opened the newly expanded World 100 weekend with victories in Thursday night’s Twin 25-lap features at Eldora Speedway. With the DIRTcar UMP-sanctioned event’s 112-car field split in half by time-trial results, VanWormer captured the […]

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VOTE ELDORA. VOTE DIRT.

The time is now to #VoteEldora and win one for dirt track fans everywhere. Eldora has been nominated for the USA Today 10 Best contest where fans vote for their favorite NASCAR track. Eldora fans have the power to win one for dirt! ..::WE GOT THE POWER::.. VOTE HERE!

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WAYNESFIELD TRUCKS ADDED TO APRIL 27 SPEEDFEST

Popular Division replaces Compact Cars in Tripleheader Program ROSSBURG, OH (April 10) – Eldora Speedway officials have announced an update to the participating divisions in the April 27 Saturday Night Speedfest on the historic .500-clay oval. Joining the UMP DIRTcar Modifieds and Eldora Stock Cars will be the Waynesfield Raceway Park Truck class that had […]

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WILD RACING OPENS ELDORA’S DREAM WEEKEND

Richards & Miller Open Dirt Late Model Dream XIX by Ferris Weekend With Preliminary Feature Victories At Eldora Speedway Tremendous Racing Highlights Start Of New Expanded Dream Format ROSSBURG, OH – June 6, 2013 – Josh Richards of Shinnston, W.Va., and Matt Miller of Whitehouse, Ohio, kicked off the new expanded Dirt Late Model Dream […]

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WILSON HOLDS OFF KINSER TO WIN ELDORA’S UNOH ALL STAR CIRCUIT OF CHAMPIONS FEATURE

Incredible Race Highlights Round Two of Legendary Ohio Sprint Speedweek ROSSBURG, Ohio (June 20, 2015) – Greg Wilson is a two-time UNOH All Star Circuit of Champion. But in Saturday night’s Cometic Gasket Ohio Sprint Speedweek A-Feature presented by NKTelco at Eldora Speedway, he was battling the legend – Steve Kinser. Kinser, from Bloomington, Indiana, […]

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WORLD 100 ENTRY FORM NOW LIVE

The official entry form for the 53rd Running of the World 100 is now available. The three-day event purse sits at $567,900 with the event champion taking home $56,000 on Saturday night and all 28 feature starters earning no less than $5,300. The event runs September 7-9 To view official rules, purse, format and more, […]

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World 100 Entry Form Posted

The official entry form for the World 100 is now available. An event-record purse of over $590,000 is up for grabs over the course of the three-day event scheduled September 5-6-7. Coupled with the Flo Night in America show on September 4, the total payout swells to over $660,000. Thursday and Friday preliminary shows will […]

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World 100 – Notes and Quotes for Wednesday

World 100 – Notes and Quotes From Wednesday, September 7, 2016 ROSSBURG, Ohio (September 7, 2016) – Eldora officials and DirtOnDirt.com have compiled the following notes from around the legendary half-mile ahead of this Thursday, Friday and Saturday’s World 100: First In Line: Canadian driver Ricky Weiss and Australian Craig Vosbergen were the first two haulers […]

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WORLD OF OUTLAWS NEWS & FACTS

ADDITIONAL INFO: Gate times, ticket prices, seating & more… CLICK HERE STORYLINES: * Saldana Looking to Continue WoO Parity Trend with an Eldora Victory * At 38.3 Average Age, WoO Drivers Buck Sports Trend of Younger is Better * Series Leader, Pittman, Shares WoO Birthdate * 1200 Mile Roundtrip Is Irrelevant; It’s the 15-mile Chase That […]

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YOUNG, KRUP, HAWKINS AND BOLLINGER WIN DAY TWO UMP MODIFIED A-FEATURES AT ELDORA

Expedited ‘Features Only’ Program Beats Rain; Racing Concludes on Saturday; Late Models Join Modifieds Impending rain caused officials to dispatch the scheduled order of events in order to get the four A-Features completed before approaching rains hit the area.ROSSBURG, Ohio (October 2, 2015) – Four more UMP National Modified drivers won A-Features on day two […]

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