KOKOMO, IN (September 19, 2023) - The virtual Kokomo Speedway was alive with action as the VLR UMP Modified Series rolled into town. The evening was full of intense on-track battles that kept viewers glued to the live stream.
Starting the night on a high note was Scott Fritz, who clinched his first-ever pole position at VLR. But, in an unexpected twist, Fritz didn't make the A Main. This left the door open for Ethan Toedter, the Heat 1 victor, to start from the front in the main event.
The race wasn't short of drama with nine caution periods sprinkled throughout. After each green flag, the lead was anyone's guess. Logan Rumsey, fresh off a win the previous week, seemed set to dominate again, leading a significant part of the race. However, Evan Seay had other plans, finding a way past with 15 laps to the checkered flag.
Seay's journey to the victory wasn't without its share of drama, most notably involving hard contact with Tanner Tomasi with only 8 laps remaining. Both drivers managed to hold their ground, avoiding what could have been race-ending incidents when they both nearly went around in front of the field in turn two.
Among the standout performances was teenager Talan Willis. Beginning the race in 23rd position, Willis showcased both skill and strategy, while largely sticking to the bottom of the track. His efforts were rewarded with a second-place finish, securing him the title of hard charger for the evening.
As the VLR UMP Modified Series heads into its third week, all eyes are on Cedar Lake Speedway. After a thrilling race at Kokomo, where Evan Seay secured the win and young Talan Willis showcased his mettle, the excitement is building. Drivers are gearing up to tackle Cedar Lake's unique challenges, with many keen to capitalize on early momentum.
A Main results:
Driver / Start Position
Evan Seay (5th)
Talan Willis (23rd)
Tanner Tomasi (4th)
Matthew Selby (21st)
Hagen Sorensen (8th)
Conner New (7th)
Colton Zimmer (15th)
Cody Gagliano (17th)
Joshua Elee (24th)
Robbie Buchanan Jr (10th)
Jamie Massey (14th)
Tristan Ladouceur (19th)
Cody Nevin (12th)
Ethan Toedter (1st)
Hayden Cardwell (3rd)
Jake Silvia (22nd)
Craig Swartz (13th)
Logan Rumsey (2nd)
Chase Barbara (9th)
Loic Bernier (11th)
Christopher Joy (16th)
Blake Matjoulis (18th)
Casey Brunson (20th)
Keith Hackney (6th)
