Iron Man Late Models visit Saturday, July 3

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The Valvoline Iron Man Late Model Series’ southern division will visit Tazewell Speedway on Saturday, July 3 for a 40-lap, $5,000 to win race. Many of the area’s top drivers are expected for the event. Jensen Ford is the current series points leader.

Also racing on July 3 will be sportsman late models for $800 to win, street stocks, classic cars, and four cylinders all for $500 to win each. There is a $100 bonus on the line for any driver in these divisions that is a first-time winner at Tazewell Speedway in 2021.

There will also be a fireworks show during intermission.

Pit gates open at 4:00, grandstand gates open at 5:00. The drivers meeting is scheduled for 7:00. Hot laps and time trials will begin at 7:45. Four wheels are allowed with a race car in the pits. Side-by-sides and personal vehicles will not be allowed in the pit area.

Grandstand tickets are $20 for adults, kids 9 and under are free. Pit passes are $35, kids 12 and under are $25 with a signed minor’s release.

The Tazewell Motor Lodge is the official host hotel for Tazewell Speedway. Go to www.tazewellmotorlodge.com for their web site or call 423-626-7229 to make a reservation.

Media credentials must be submitted and approved by 7:00 p.m. EDT. on Friday, July 2 to Michael Moats at mrm4@comcast.net. A valid I.D. is required for anyone with a credential and must be presented at the time of signing in.

Tazewell Speedway is located just two miles northwest of Tazewell, Tennessee. Going north on US 25-E, turn right and then left onto Bacchus Rd, and then 1.8 miles north, then .8 miles west and the race track is located on the left. The physical address for Tazewell Speedway is 1400 Bacchus Rd., Tazewell, Tennessee 37879.

For additional information, visit www.TazewellSpeedway.net or call 423-626-2222. 

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