Wilmot 5.8.21 Results

(Wilmot, Wis., Saturday, May 8, 2021)–Tim Cox of Park City, IL captured his first 20-lap Autometer/Brewington Electric Wisconsin Wingless Sprint Car Feature of the season Saturday, May 8 at Wilmot Raceway. Jimmy Sivia of Winthrop Harbor, IL took second with Clayton Rossmann of Wadsworth, IL third. “I don’t like starting up front, but it offered extra challenges to figure out what line to use,” said Cox, who led flag to flag despite some challenges from both Sivia and Rossmann. “It’s good to get a win. Extra special for my mother even though she’s not here.” Oak Creek’s Mark Heinert duplicated Cox fete by leading start to finish in the 20-lap IRA Lightning Sprint Feature, his first main win of the year. “I have to thank my main mechanic, my family and everyone who supports me,” said Heinert. In the modifieds, Caledonia’s Chris Carlson made it back to back wins in the 20-lap feature. Genoa City’s Nick Simons was a close second. “I knew Nick was coming, and I think the last caution gave me a chance to rethink the groove I was using which ended up working,” said Carlson. Mt. Pleasant’s David McKellips ended a six-year winless drought in the Bandit 4-cylinder stock cars by capturing his first ever 15-lap feature. “Finally after six years with this car, we won the heat and the feature,” said McKellips, dedicating the victories to a family member lost to the COVID virus. Rob Maule of Hebron, IL captured his first 15-lap street stock feature after going winless last season. “We finally got rid of the gremlins,” said Maule. Wilmot Raceway hosts a Sunday special on May 16featuring the Dirt King Late Models Diamond 43 in memory of “Diamond Jim” Letizia. Wingless Sprints, IRA Lightning Sprints, Street Stocks and a non-point show for the modifieds are on the program. Grandstands open at 4 p.m. with on track activity at 5 p.m., and racing at 5:45 p.m. Grandstand admission is $25.00 for ages 12 and over; $5.00 for ages 7-11; with ages 6 & under admitted free. Pit gates open at 2 p.m.with pit passes $30.00. For information phone the trackside raceline 262-862-2090, or check the official Wilmot Raceway Facebook Page or the track website wilmotraceway.com.
Submitted by Michael H. Babicz