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A tremendous weekend of racing action unfolded at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway as the INEX Spring Nationals wrapped up a six-day showcase featuring more than 155 competitors from across the United States, Canada, and beyond.
A tremendous weekend of racing action unfolded at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway as the INEX Spring Nationals wrapped up a six-day showcase featuring more than 155 competitors from across the United States, Canada, and beyond.
Despite early weather challenges, track officials worked quickly and efficiently to get the facility race-ready, allowing the event to continue with minimal delay and setting the stage for an action-packed finale.
The week featured competition at both Veterans Motorplex at the Rim and Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, culminating in two days of intense racing in Music City. Across both the Legends and Bandolero divisions, drivers delivered clean, competitive racing and dramatic moments from start to finish.
Among the standout performers, Lucas Harrison completed a perfect 6-for-6 sweep in the Bandolero Bandits division, while Carson Sherman dominated the Outlaw Bandoleros with five wins in six starts. In the Beginner Bandoleros, multiple young drivers showcased their development, highlighted by a final round victory from Tate Brewer.
In the Legends divisions, the competition remained just as fierce. Case James was nearly untouchable in the Young Lions class, earning multiple victories including a flag-to-flag win in the final round. In the Masters division, Nashville’s own Kevin Rollins put on a clinic, going a perfect three-for-three at the Fairgrounds.
The Chargers division saw multiple winners throughout the week, with Landon Cordell and Isaac Brown both finding victory lane in competitive feature events.
The Semi-Pro Legends division provided some of the most dramatic moments of the weekend. After late-race contact and post-race technical inspection altered results, Bradley Swift capitalized with multiple victories, including a hard-fought win in the final round.
In the Pro Legends division, fans were treated to high-level racing throughout the week. Michael Crafton and Jensen Jorgensen each found victory lane, with Crafton ultimately claiming the final feature after capitalizing on a heated mid-race battle for the lead.
From the youngest Bandolero competitors to the seasoned veterans of the Masters division, the INEX Spring Nationals once again delivered a showcase of the sport’s future stars and proven talents alike. Strong car counts, competitive racing, and a passionate crowd made for a memorable return to Nashville.
FEATURE WINNERS BY DIVISION
Beginner Bandoleros:
Bandolero Bandits:
Bandolero Outlaws:
Young Lions Legends:
Masters Legends:
Chargers Legends:
Semi-Pro Legends:
Pro Legends:
UP NEXT AT NASHVILLE FAIRGROUNDS SPEEDWAY
Attention now turns to the next big event in Music City:
Cook Out Music City 150
Saturday, May 2
Plus, don’t miss a full night of 1/4-mile racing action on:
Friday, May 1
Tickets and more information available at:
www.nashvillefairgroundsspeedway.racing
-Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway Release
-Photo credit: Jeff Ames