Vado Speedway Race Recap- August 30th, 2024
šLabor Day POWRi 360 Wing Sprint Car Desert SeriesĀ – Night 1 Recap atĀ Vado Speedway Park
What an absolutely wild night we had at Vado Speedway Park! The first of our two-day Labor Day POWRi 360 Wing Sprint Car Desert Series showdown left fans breathless with edge-of-your-seat action, as we witnessed some of the best racing talent from the Southwest battling it out on the dirt.
Hulsey RacingĀ Legends: A Comeback Story for the Ages
The Hulsey Racing Legends feature kicked off the night with a thriller.Ā Cj Hulsey, who hadnāt raced a Legends car in years, made a triumphant return by dethroning the undefeatedĀ Aydan Saunders. The race took a dramatic turn whenĀ Luke SolisĀ flipped his car in a spectacular crash, prompting a brief pause as safety crews and his father rushed to his aid. Thankfully, Solis emerged unscathed, showcasing the resilience and determination of these young drivers. Starting from 12th, CJ methodically picked his way through the field in his #69 machine, setting up a late-race showdown with Saunders. The two traded slide jobs and crossovers in a battle that had the crowd on their feet. In the end, Hulseyās experience and determination carried him to victory, making his first appearance of the season a memorable one. This win proves that you can never count out a veteran, no matter how long theyāve been away from the track.
Extreme LandscapingĀ USRAĀ Stock Cars: The Hurricane Strikes Again
Next up, we had the Extreme Landscaping USRA Stock Cars, where The Hurricane,Ā Josh Cain, lived up to his nickname. Starting from 12th, Josh methodically picked off competitors, making his way to the front with calculated aggression. By the halfway mark, he was in the lead, and despite challenges fromĀ Javie ChĆ”vezĀ andĀ Jonathan Burton, Cain was uncatchable. The Hurricane took his ninth win of the season, showing why he’s one of the most dominant forces in this class. As we head into the final stretch of the season, Cainās performance has everyone wondering if thereās anyone who can stop him outside of his victory lane bestie, Mr.Ā Rob Moseley.
POWRi 360 Wing Sprint Car Desert Series:Ā Mccutcheonās Masterclass
The main event of the night was the POWRi 360 Wing Sprint Car Desert Series, and it did not disappoint.Ā Kyle Mccutcheon, making his first start of the year, put on an absolute clinic. Starting from sixth, McCutcheon quickly worked his way to the front, taking the lead from the very fastĀ Aydan SaundersĀ with a bold move through lap traffic. From there, McCutcheon never looked back, holding off challenges from Thomas Meseraull andĀ Caleb SaizĀ to claim a hard-fought victory. This win marked a triumphant return for McCutcheon, who showed that even after a layoff, heās still got what it takes to win at the highest level. The roar of the crowd as McCutcheon crossed the finish line said it allāthis was a comeback for the ages, and Vado Speedway Park was the perfect stage for it.
Anthony Sosa RoofingĀ Late Models: Chaos and Carnage
The Anthony Sosa Roofing Late Models brought the chaos, with multiple cautions and a red flag incident that saw several cars tangled up in turn two. Amidst the carnage, it wasĀ Keko PĆ©rezĀ who emerged victorious. Perez, who started third, took the lead after an unfortunate incident sidelined early leader Arturo Ordonez. Perez held off a late charge fromĀ Josh CainĀ to claim his second win of the season, much to the delight of the fans. Although the race ended under caution due to time limits, Perezās performance was nothing short of impressive. It was a well-earned victory in a race that tested the mettle of every driver on the track.
Hacienda Carpet and TileĀ USRAĀ B-Mods: Barraza Drips Swag On Victory Lane
HectorĀ “Bad Bunny”Ā BarrazaĀ put on a clinic in the Hacienda Carpet Tile USRA B-Mods feature. Starting in the middle of the pack, Barraza worked his way to the front with precision, battling it out with the likes of Michael Hartman andĀ Jon Ortega. Bad Bunny Barraza took the win with style and confidence in a race with incidents galore and fierce battles throughout the pack. In Rio Grande Waste Services Victory Lane, Barraza was as dazzling as his shimmering glasses, proclaiming his car the best on the track and vowing to win again tonight. His victory was backed by a stellar team effort, including support from his uncle, dad, and theĀ Gallardo RacingĀ family. With this win, Barraza reminded everyone that he’s still a force to be reckoned with. Don’t miss tonightās action as he looks to make it two in a row!
A Night to Remember, A Weekend to Look Forward To
As the dust settled on the first night of our Labor Day weekend doubleheader, it was clear that the racing at Vado Speedway Park had reached new heights. From the epic comeback of CJ Hulsey to the dominant performances by Josh Cain and Kyle McCutcheon, this was a night that will be talked about for years to come. And the best part? We get to do it all again tonight.
So if you missed the action on Friday, make sure youāre here on tonight for more high-octane drama. The POWRi 360 Wing Sprint Car Desert Series returns for night two, and if last night was any indication, weāre in for another barnburner. Gates open at 5 PM, racing starts at 7:30 PM, and you wonāt want to miss a minute of it.
Thank you to all the fans, drivers, and teams for making Friday night at Vado Speedway Park one for the record books. Weāll see you back here tonight for more of the best dirt track racing in the Southwest!
Keep the wheels turning, and see you at the track!
-Dr. Joaquin Acosta, CEO ofĀ PharmtrueĀ and your Color Commentator atĀ Vado Speedway Park
