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With lap after lap of side-by-side racing for the lead, a late race green-white-checkered shootout for victory, and a close margin of victory, the first-ever Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Mich…
The first-ever Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup race on an oval at Martinsville Speedway was filled with intense side-by-side racing for the lead, culminating in a thrilling green-white-checkered finish. Jared Thomas emerged victorious, claiming $25,000 and a prized Martinsville clock after a dominant performance. Thomas and Westin Workman engaged in a fierce battle for the lead throughout the race, showcasing their skill and strategy on the track. The “Choose Rule” added an element of strategy to restarts, with drivers like Thomas and Workman making critical lane choices. In the end, Thomas’s experience in oval racing paid off as he triumphed by a close margin over his competitors. Workman’s impressive performance as a rookie on the oval demonstrated his adaptability and potential in the sport.