Terry Phillips tunes up Thursday before his Monett victory.
What won the race: Terry Phillips of Springfield, Mo., charged past race leader Will Vaught of Crane, Mo., on lap 35 of 40 to collect a $3,000 MARS DIRTcar Series victory.
Key notes: Phillips has recorded three victories and two runner-up finishes in his last six starts. ... He also notched a $3,000 triumph in the series' May 25 stop at Monett. ... The MARS tour made its third appearance of 2014 at its de facto home track.
On the move: Tony Jackson Jr. of Lebanon, Mo., rallied from the 22nd starting position to finish third.
Winner's sponsors: Phillips drives a Hatfield-powered Rocket Chassis sponsored by Andy's Frozen Custard, Champion Brands, Don Babb Motorsports, Integra Shocks, Keyser Mfg., Mesilla Valley Transportation and New Vision Graphics.
Points chase: Entering Thursday's action, Tony Jackson Jr. of Lebanon, Mo., has 768 points to lead Justin Asplin and Jesse Stovall.
Car count: 33
Heat race winners: Will Vaught, Patrick Johnson, Bill Koons, Jack Sullivan, , , ,
Next series race: July 4, Salina Highbanks Speedway (Salina, OK) $3,000