(April 5, 2024) Clanton, AL – In a stunning display of racing skill, Ashton Winger from Hampton, Ga., took charge on the seventh lap, overtaking pole-starter David Breazeale to lead the remainder of Friday’s Schaeffer’s Spring Nationals stop at Buckshot Speedway. Winger’s commanding performance earned him a well-deserved $7,553 prize and his inaugural series victory, crossing the finish line 5.102 seconds ahead of Breazeale.
Reflecting on his triumph, Winger shared, “Shoot, I felt like we were pretty good all night, but the (time-trial) groups were pretty even tonight, and (we) just barely got beat in qualifying there. It’s hard when you start sixth, ya know, 40 laps are sprints. Thanks to (series promoter) Ray (Cook) and everybody for giving us a place to race. I actually enjoy coming over here to Buckshot; it’s a different place that we haven’t been to a whole lot, so thanks for all the fans for coming out.”
Winger’s victory marked the fourth different winner in as many Spring Nationals events this season. Breazeale led the opening six laps before yielding to Winger and ultimately securing second place ahead of Spencer Hughes. Championship contender Pearson Lee Williams finished fourth, with Payton Freeman rounding out the top five.
The race witnessed several challenges and retirements, including Garrett Smith retiring with a flat tire on lap 22 and Ethan Dotson being the first to retire on lap four. Despite the obstacles, Winger maintained his dominance, securing a well-deserved victory in a fiercely competitive field.
Winger’s Rocket Chassis, powered by an Andy Durham Racing Engine, is backed by a roster of sponsors including RV Select Inc., CURS, and Super K Express.
In the points chase after Buckshot, Donald McIntosh leads with 752 points, closely followed by Pearson Lee Williams with 750 points, and Ethan Dotson and Christian Hanger tied at 714 points.
Under clear skies and a cool 54°F temperature, 32 cars competed in the event, with Spencer Hughes topping the field in qualifying with a time of 12.992.
The next series race is set for April 6 at East Alabama Motor Speedway in Phenix City, AL, promising another thrilling race with a $10,053 prize on the line.
Feature Results
- Ashton Winger (6)
- David Breazeale (1)
- Spencer Hughes (2)
- Pearson Lee Williams (5)
- Payton Freeman (3)
- Joseph Joiner (10)
- Christian Hanger (4)
- Caleb Gay (21)
- Donald McIntosh (19)
- David McCoy (9)
- Caden Mullinax (22)
- Brenden Smith (13)
- JR Moseley (17)
- Kyle Bronson (11)
- Garrett Smith (7)
- Cruz Skinner (16)
- Austin Franklin (20)
- Jackson Hise (15)
- Colton Leyendecker (12)
- Bill Mahan (14)
- Dillon Tidmore (18)
- Ethan Dotson (8)
