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Paul Menard in the No. 3 Menards/Master Force Tools Ford Mustang claimed his first pole of 2024 with a time of 1m33.951s in the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli at NOLA Motorsports Park. ItR…
Paul Menard achieved his first pole position of the 2024 season, driving the No. 3 Menards/Master Force Tools Ford Mustang at the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli at NOLA Motorsports Park with a time of 1m33.951s. This marked Menard’s first pole since 2022 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL, and he currently leads the TA class point standings. Menard expressed excitement about his first visit to NOLA Motorsports Park and New Orleans, highlighting the hospitality and charm of the city. He praised the track layout for its diverse elements, including high-speed sections, fast esses, and technical hairpin turns. The TA/XGT/SGT/GT race is scheduled for Saturday at 1:10 p.m. CT, broadcast live on MAVTV and streamed online, with race highlights airing on MAVTV on Thursday, April 18 at 9:00 p.m. ET.
