
Johnny Avila made use of an unconventional line, using the entire racetrack including the apron to pull away from the field at New Hampshire. It was Avila’s second career win at New Hampshire, and he now has a guaranteed spot in the Round of 8 as a result.
The only serious challenge to Avila was Joseph McWhorter, who finished second to Avila in the opening stage and kept up with Avila during the early laps of the second stage. However, Avila’s mastery of the low line and downshifting allowed him to pull away for a 7 second victory.
The race was slowed only by two cautions, only one of which was due to a wreck. However, the Lap 1 incident involving McWhorter, Jesse Bunnell and Justin Gann. The wreck had major playoff implications, as Todd Cray, Tyler Saville and Jerry Cochran III received significant damage, putting them in a hole in the playoff standings.
Finishing behind Avila and McWhorter were Adam Matz, Bentley Glaser and Steve Yenisch to round out the Top 5. Next week the Elite Series visits Talladega Superspeedway for Race 2 of the Round of 12. As always, WFO Racing Network will be carrying the race live on YouTube.