Chris Rogers of Patchogue secured a significant victory at the 50-lap NASCAR Local Racing Series held at Riverhead Raceway. Rogers drove the Buzz Chew Chevrolet to the win, marking his first feature event victory of the 2026 season. The race highlighted the theme of patience, as Rogers demonstrated it in navigating the competitive quarter-mile bullring racing.
The start of the event saw intense maneuvering among the front row. Kyle Ellwood and Chris Rogers began the race side-by-side, but Rogers opted for a patient move, tucking into second position rather than forcing an aggressive pass. The competition quickly intensified as Chase Grennan moved up to challenge for the lead, leading to several close calls and strategic positioning throughout the feature.
The race featured several other notable performances. Owen Grennan finished in second place, while Brandon Turbush claimed a victory in the Late Model feature event. Jim Laird Jr. also found success, taking the win in the 20-lap Blunderbusts main event. The day provided a showcase of talent across various Modified and Late Model disciplines at Riverhead Raceway.
Source: Riverhead Raceway