Casey Jeske achieved a career milestone this weekend, securing his first-ever CARS Tour Northwest Pro Late Model victory. The win came in the final race of the 2026 season at the Wenatchee Valley Super Oval, capping off what Jeske described as the best month of his life.
The race also saw Andrew Riehl take home the spoils, claiming the inaugural CARS Tour Northwest Pro Late Model championship. Riehl finished third, securing the title after leading the field of 17 cars to green.
The race itself was anything but quiet. While Jeske drove to victory, the competition was fierce, marked by several contact incidents throughout the event. The action included multiple crashes, such as a multi-car incident on Lap 80 that saw several drivers involved, including Brad Clarke and Zach Riehl.
Despite the chaos, the championship contenders battled hard. Andrew Riehl secured his title with an 11-point lead over Ethan Ebert. The championship victory marks a significant moment, coming 20 years after Riehl’s father won a race at the venue.
Source: Short Track Scene