Brian Shirley talks about his victory and MARS sweep in Illinois.
What won the race: Completing a MARS weekend sweep, polesitter Brian Shirley of Chatham, Ill., led every lap Saturday at Fayette County Speedway, holding off Frank Heckenast Jr. to capture $3,000 payday. Shirley won the previous night in Belleville, Ill.
Winner's sponsors: Shirley’s Bob Cullen Racing Rocket Chassis is powered by an Andy Durham Racing Engine and sponsored by Thomason Express, Cheap Cars, KBX Graphix, Kid’s Castle Learning Center, Skateland South, Jayco Construction, Kim's Autobody, Vallejo and Popejoy.
Points chase: After Fayette County, Tanner English (653) of Benton, Ky., leads Tim Manville (635), Dean Carpenter (625), David Seibers (621) and Caleb Ashby (619).
Car count: 17
Polesitter: Brian Shirley
Heat race winners: Brian Shirley, Tanner English, Frank Heckenast Jr., , , , ,
Next series race: May 11, Farmer City Raceway (Farmer City, IL) $10,000