September 17, 2025 | Round of 16 – World Wide Technology Raceway
• Weather Forces Schedule Shift: The Round of 16 continues tomorrow as the playoff race at World Wide Technology Raceway will run today on Wednesday, September 17 at 12:30 PM ET, after storms forced a delay.
• Qualifying Canceled: Due to weather, the starting lineup was set by the metric system. Bessie Hines will start from the pole, with Daniel Rossi alongside on the front row.
• Playoff Battle Intensifies: This is the second race in the Round of 16, with precious stage points and playoff advancement on the line.
• Big Names on the Hunt: Defending champion Jim Johnson rolls off 10th, Tarrez MartÃnez starts 9th, and Mikal Leonard begins 6th. Byron Armstrong (18th) and Ace Earnhardt Jr. (17th) face an uphill battle.
• Rookies on the Rise: Carter Williams (3rd), Ryan Sanchez (5th), William Evans (11th), and Hunter Alfredo (16th) are aiming to shake up the playoff picture.
• Cutline Tensions Rising: With one race left before elimination at Darlington (Sept. 18), every lap at Gateway matters. Expect drama, bold strategy, and intense racing as drivers fight to avoid being cut.
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