What won the race: Polesitter Chris Ferguson of Mount Holly, N.C., outran former race winner Dennis Franklin of Gaffney, S.C., for his third Carolina Clash Super Late Model Series victory of the season. He earned a $3,000 payday in Carolina Speedway's annual Shrine 100, taking over when early leader Ross Bailes tangled with the slower car of Kevin Godwin.

Key notes: Ferguson has nine career Carolina Clash victories. His previous victory came May 9 at Cherokee Speedway. ... Ferguson lowered the track record in time trials. ... Rain threatened the program, causing a brief delay. ... Anthony Sanders was among early retirees. ... The 43rd Annual Gaston Shrine Club event was a fund-raiser for Shriner hospitals. ... Matt Long was the winner of the SECA Crate Late Model feature.

On the move: Series points leader Ben Watkins of Rock Hill, S.C., started 19th and finished third.

Winner's sponsors: Ferguson's family-owned Longhorn Chassis is powered by a Clements Race Engine and carries sponsorship from Live Oak Family Dentistry, Langley Collision Center, Carver and Sons Roofing, On Site Solutions and Keith's Handyman Service.

Points chase: Entering Tuesday's event, Ben Watkins had 1,228 points to lead Doug Sanders (1,020).

Car count: 20

Fast qualifier: Chris Ferguson

Time: 14.551 seconds

Polesitter: Chris Ferguson

Next series race: August 15, Smoky Mountain Speedway (Maryville, TN) $5,000