What won the race: Inheriting the lead late in the 40-lapper when Kasey Hall experienced mechanical issues, Chip Brindle of Chatsworth, Ga., led the rest of the way for a $2,500 United Crate Racing Alliance victory over Jesse Lowe and Rusty Ballenger in the wee hours at Crossville (Tenn.) Speedway.
Key notes: The beginning of the program was delayed extensively as officials worked in the racing surface. ... The 40-lap UCRA feature took the checkered flag just before 2:30 a.m. and the program did not wrap up until past 3 a.m. ... The feature was slowed by five cautions. ... Regional standout Cory Hedgecock scratched from the feature. ... Series points leader Jason Manley experienced trouble in qualifying. ... The event was rescheduled after being rained out on June 30. ... The series made its lone Crossville stop this season. ... Darren Goins won the sportsman feature.
Winner's sponsors: Brindle's Team 17 entry has a RaceTek Race Engine is sponsored by Beyea Custom Headers, Advance Tufting, FK Rod Ends, Garrison Automotive, BDR Loopers & Clips and Hill Motorsports.
Points chase: Entering the event, Jason Manley led (118 points) over Rusty Ballenger (116) and Kyle Courtney (103).
Car count: 28
Fast qualifier: Chip Brindle
Heat race winners: Chip Brindle, Kasey Hall, Rusty Ballenger, , , , ,
Consolation race winners: Kyle Courtney, , ,
Next series race: July 22, Fort Payne Motor Speedway (Fyffe, AL) $2,500