(Talladega, AL – October 5, 2024) – The Rogers-Dabbs Performance Crate Racin’ USA Dirt Late Model Series witnessed a dominant performance by Cory Hedgecock as he swept the Red Farmer Tribute Weekend at Talladega Short Track for the second consecutive year. Hedgecock led all 60 laps on night two to claim his fifth straight series victory at the historic Alabama venue, a streak that dates back to the spring of 2023.
Hedgecock, from Loudon, TN, started on the pole and quickly set the pace, holding off several strong challenges throughout the race. Despite a late-race surge from Randy Weaver of Crossville, TN, who made a valiant charge in the closing laps, Hedgecock was able to maintain his lead and secure the win.
The victory marks Hedgecock’s 23rd career win in the Crate Racin’ USA Dirt Late Model Series, moving him within just six wins of the all-time series win leader, Ronnie Johnson, who holds 29 career victories.
Hedgecock claimed the Stakt Products by CV Racing Products Fastest Qualifier honors for the second night in a row, turning in an impressive 14.007 in Group A. Meanwhile, Randy Weaver from Crossville, TN, set the pace in Group B, clocking a 14.022. Also securing spots through qualifying were Jimmy Thomas, Bubba Roling, Wil Herrington, David Kay, Tyler Millwood, Matt Dooley, Cody Haskins, and Jake Rainey.
In Rogers-Dabbs Chevrolet B-Main #1, hometown driver Josh Adkins of Talladega, AL, held off a strong challenge from Jason Welshan to secure the victory and lock himself into the main event. In B-Main #2, 2019 series champion Jake Knowles was the class of the field, cruising to a comfortable win over Matt Henderson. Knowles displayed why he’s a former champion, controlling the race from start to finish to earn his spot in the main event. Josh Ray, Chip Brindle, Adam Gauldin, Bryson Mitchell, Ty Giles, Mario Gresham, Austin Franklin, and Jaxon Bishop all secured their spots in the main event through the two B-Mains
Race 14 of 2024 - Talladega Short Track (10/5/24)
1-23 Cory Hedgecock-Loudon, TN
2-17W Randy Weaver-Crossville, TN
3-22T Jimmy Thomas-Phenix City, AL
4-18 Matt Dooley-Brooks, GA
5-31 Tyler Millwood-Kingston, GA
6-00H Wil Herrington-Hawkinsville, GA
7-515 Bubba Roling-Clay Hill, FL
8-K5 David Kay-Lincoln, AL
9-22H Matt Henderson-Lenoir City, TN
10-17B Chip Brindle-Chatsworth, GA
11-21 Jason Lively-
12-44 Cody Haskins-Marietta, GA
13-1B Jaxon Bishop-Toney, AL
14-22F Austin Franklin-Montevallo, AL
15-46 Bryson Mitchell-Russelville, AL
16-F-97 Lee Burdett-Hueytown, AL
17-17 Adam Gauldin-Talladega, AL
18-3 Heath Carr-Ashland, AL
19-28 Josh Adkins-Talladega, AL
20-01 Jason Welshan-Maryville, TN
21-66 Jake Knowles-Rome, GA
22-10G Ty Giles-Moultrie, GA
23-87 Jake Rainey-Powder Springs, GA
24-77 Josh Ray-Byhalia, MS
25-21G Mario Gresham-Rome, GA
Car Count: 36
Lap Leaders:
Cory Hedgecock - 60 laps
STAKT by CV Racing Products - Fastest Qualifier:
#23 Cory Hedgecock - Louden, TN - 14.007
Rogers Dabbs Chevrolet B-main winners:
#28 Josh Adkins - Talladega, AL
#66 Jake Knowles - Rome, GA
ATC Bolts & Fasteners - Hard Charger:
#21 Jason Lively (+14) 25th to 11th
CRUSA National Points (After Talladega N2)
1-22 Jimmy Thomas 1170 (-)
2-22 Matt Henderson 1110 (-60)
3-18 Matt Dooley 1108 (-62)
4-21 Mario Gresham 1078 (-92)
5-515 Bubba Roling 1070 (-100)
6-64 Braden Mitchell 830 (-340)
7-77 Josh Ray 780 (-390)
8-66 Jake Knowles 754 (-416)
9-46 Bryson Mitchell 574 (-596)
10-31 Tyler Millwood 556 (-614)
Cruise with the Champion - Rookie of the Year Points
1-18 Matt Dooley 1108 (-)
2-515 Bubba Roling 1070 (-38)
3-64 Braden Mitchell 830 (-278)
4-77 Josh Ray 780 (-328)
The series will now head towards Concord, NC and The Dirt Track at Charlotte for the 9th Annual World Short Track Championship for round 15 of the 2024 season. Drivers and teams will compete starting Thursday night, October 31st and will battle through Saturday, November 2nd. This will be the first time ever the Adam Stewart directed 604 late model series will compete for championship points at America's Home for Racing. For more information visit https://dirtcar.com/schedule/event-info/?event=6453.
Next Series Race:
Round 15 of 2024
October 31st - November 2
The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
9th Annual World Short Track Championship
For rules and information on both the Rogers Dabbs Performance Parts Crate Racin' USA Dirt Late Model Series (604 Late Models) visit our website at www.crateracinusa.com or email us at crateracinusa@gmail.com.
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