Michael Rouse in victory lane at Halifax County Speedway.
What won the race: Michael Rouse of Wilson, N.C., overtook race-long leader Michael Batten midway through Saturday’s I-95 Late Model Challenge feature at Halifax County and went on to a $2,500 victory. Batten finished second, with Matthew Bissette third.
Key notes: Halifax County Motor Speedway (formerly Clary’s Motor Speedway) hosted the I-95 Late Model Challenge Series for the 11th time in series history and the first of three races on its 2019 slate.
Winner's sponsors: Rouse's MasterSbilt Race Car is powered by a Rouse Racing Engine and sponsored by Roberts Engines Inc. Used Auto Parts, Scott Farms Internationl, Red Moon Contractors, Curtis Insulation and Performance Muffler.
Points chase: Michael Batten (48 points) of Rocky Mount, N.C., leads Ethan Wilson (47), Shaun Harrell (44), Willie Millikan (42) and Shaun Sewell (39).
Current weather: Clear, 70°F
Car count: 24
Fast qualifier: Michael Batten
Polesitter: Michael Batten
Next series race: July 5, Halifax County Motor Speedway (Brinkleyville, NC) $5,000