Taylor Hoar achieved a historic victory at the Thunder Road International Speedbowl Sunday, August 9, 2026, by taking the win in the Maplefields/Irving Late Model feature. This triumph marks a significant milestone as Hoar became the first female driver to secure this feature in 23 years.
The action on the track was intense, particularly during the rain-delayed NBT Bank feature. The field featured a side-by-side battle among several drivers, including Taylor Hoar, Chris Pelkey, Stephen Martin, and Marcel Gravel as they competed for the top spots in the Late Model division.
The race saw other notable results across the speedbowl. The Burnett Scrap Metals Road Warriors also put on a show with their rain-delayed NBT Bank 50-lap Challenge, where Eddie Thompson led the field. Additionally, the rk Miles Street Stocks event concluded the Alera Group Triple Crown, with Connor Rueda earning the championship after a dramatic finish.
The day provided plenty of excitement, showcasing strong performances across various classes at Thunder Road International Speedbowl.
Source: RaceDayCT