Jake Lutz of Hamburg, N.Y., secured a memorable victory Friday night at Spencer Speedway, taking the top spot in the 60-lap Race of Champions Modified Series feature. This win marked Lutz's first victory of the season and capped off the 2026 racing season in a celebratory "Legends Night" event.
The race was defined by a dramatic late-race battle. Lutz executed a masterful move, tracking down Matt Hirschman and making the crucial pass with just 10 laps remaining to claim the checkered flag and a $6,000 payday.
The competition was fierce, with Matt Hirschman finishing second, followed by hometown favorite Mike Leaty in third place. Paulie Hartwig rounded out the top five, with Patrick Emerling finishing fourth. The event provided a fantastic conclusion to the season, celebrating the history of the Williamson oval.
Source: RaceDayCT