What won the race: Inheriting the lead on lap 30 when mechanical woes struck Chad Mahder, Jake Timm of Winona, Minn., captured Friday's DiscountShopTowels.com Dirt Kings Tour opener at Mississippi Thunder Speedway. Timm finished 2.612 seconds ahead of Jesse Glenz to earn $3,000 in the 40-lap opener of the Rumble of the River doubleheader weekend.

Key notes: Timm earned a $2,100 unsanctioned victory at Mississippi Thunder the previous weekend. ... He also finished second in Friday's United States Modified Touring Series feature. ... Ryan Gustin retired on lap 34 while running second. ... Brett Swedberg led the first four laps before fellow front-row starter Chad Mahder took command. Mahder's run ended on lap 31 with mechanical problems. ... Dirt Kings competitors chase another $3,000 payday Saturday.

On the move: Dustin Sorenson of Rochester, Minn., started 18th and finished fourth.

Winner's sponsors: Timm’s MB Customs entry is sponsored by Hurco and Rivercity Mfg.-Machining, Oakridge Fabrication, Horman’s, JS Cattle and OFI.

Points chase: Mississippi Thunder’s doubleheader opened the series season.

Current weather: Overcast, 63°F

Car count: 47

Heat race winners: Chad Mahder, Brett Swedberg, Ryan Gustin, Justin Ritchie, Jake Redetzke,  ,  ,  ,  

Consolation race winners: James Giossi, Jeff Massingill,  ,  

Next series race: May 29, SK Speedway (Unity, WI) $2,000