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By: DJK Racing
September 9, 2024
September 9, 2024
DJ Kennington, driver of the #17 Castrol EDGE Dodge, delivered another stellar performance at his home track, Delaware Speedway, in the NASCAR Canada Series on Sunday afternoon. The St. Thomas, Ontario native, with five previous victories at the historic half-mile track, was once again a top contender.
Starting the 200-lap feature from the seventh position, Kennington wasted no time moving up the ranks. He quickly positioned himself within the top five and remained a fixture at the front of the pack throughout the race. With a huge crowd of supporters and team partners cheering him on, Kennington expertly navigated the challenges of the day, showcasing the skill and experience that have made him a success at Delaware Speedway.
Kennington's relentless drive culminated in a podium finish, marking his ninth podium in just 12 NASCAR Canada Series starts at the track. The third place race result not only delighted the local fans but also solidified Kennington’s hold on fourth place in the overall championship standings.
DJ Kennington Quotes: "This place is special to me, getting my start here and being so close to home. To have so many supporters here cheering on the Castrol team and to be able to deliver a podium finish for them and for our partners is really rewarding. We’ve got a lot of momentum heading into the final stretch of the season, we’ve made some good strides this year on our oval program”.
Next up
DJ Kennington and the Castrol Edge Dodge team are back in action for the final event of the season at the Autodrome Montmagny on Sunday, September 22nd.
TV & Live Streaming
The NASCAR Canada race from Delaware Speedway will be broadcast on TSN, and on RDS2. Dates and times, TBD. All races are streamed live on TSN+ and through FloRacing in the United States.
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By: Innovation Auto Sport
September 8, 2024
September 8, 2024
Delaware, Ontario – Kevin Lacroix delivered a commanding performance at Delaware Speedway this Sunday, claiming victory in the 200-lap race while never dropping below second place. Driving the #74 Quick Strut / NAPA Racing Dodge, Lacroix shone in the penultimate event of the NASCAR Canada season.
Delaware Speedway has always been a favourite for Lacroix, as it is known for its fast-paced racing. Over the years, he’s consistently found success on this track, and this weekend was no exception.
The day kicked off on a high note, with Lacroix posting the third-fastest time during practice. He then dominated the qualifying session, securing the E3 Spark Plug Pole Award with the fastest lap.
From the drop of the green flag, Lacroix held the lead but faced intense pressure from Cayden Lapcevich and Andrew Ranger. The two Innovation Auto Sport teammates swapped the lead several times, adding intensity to the race.
However, Lacroix reclaimed the lead on lap 33 and never looked back, holding it for an impressive 191 of the 200 laps. He also clocked the fastest lap of the race, further cementing his dominance.
"I'm thrilled with this result," said Kevin Lacroix. "We worked incredibly hard, and this was a fantastic victory. Andrew (Ranger) put a lot of pressure on me early on, but I stayed focused and got the job done."
He added, "The car was excellent today, and the team did an outstanding job. We had great speed, and everything came together perfectly for us."
The final event of the NASCAR Canada season will take place in Quebec at Autodrome Montmagny on September 22.
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By: NASCAR Canada
September 7, 2024
September 7, 2024
Daytona, Florida – The race to the season finale is heating up as the NASCAR Canada Series presented by Pinty’s and Evirum, shifts gears towards Delaware Speedway this Sunday, September 8. Located just outside London, Ontario, the historic track will host Canada’s best drivers as they go head-to-head over 200 laps, all in pursuit of victory.
The action kicks off with a practice session at 11:00 a.m., followed by qualifying at 2:30 p.m. The highly anticipated Delaware 200 is set to start at 4:30 p.m. Canadian fans can catch the race live on the TSN+ app, while international viewers can tune in via FloRacing.com.
Delaware Speedway, the oldest operating paved track in Canada, has been an integral part of Canadian motorsport since 1952. The NASCAR Canada Series has raced here 11 times since 2009, including three appearances in 2021, following adjustments to the calendar due to the pandemic.
Among the top contenders, all eyes will be on D.J. Kennington, who will pilot the #17 Castrol Edge/Brimstone Games/CIM Metals Dodge. The Ontario native boasts five victories on this 1/2-mile oval, with his first win dating back to 2009 and his most recent in 2021.
Alex Labbé and Andrew Ranger are also both previous winners at Delaware, in 2017 and 2021, respectively. Ranger returns behind the wheel of the #27 GM Paillé Chevrolet. Also on the radar is Kyle Steckly, driving the #22 APC/Pennzoil/SIE Chevrolet. After leading a portion of last year’s race, the young driver is poised to be a serious contender this Sunday.
Cayden Lapcevich returns to the track in the #32 Chevrolet, representing Ohsweken Speedway, Chantarellie Promotions, and GSR. He'll be teaming up with Glenn Styres, who will pilot the #0 car under the same banners.
Championship leader Marc-Antoine Camirand, currently sitting at 472 points, will be looking to add a Delaware Speedway victory to his already impressive résumé.
Meanwhile, fresh off a win at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Kevin Lacroix is eager to secure another triumph for NAPA Racing. Lacroix currently holds 3rd place in the championship, just 3 points behind teammate and rival Andrew Ranger from Innovation Auto Sport.
Danny Chisholm, driving part-time in the #8 Fast Eddie Speedwear/Janiking Chevrolet, will be back on track this Sunday with the support of the EHR team. The young Nova Scotian driver grabbed a 3rd-place finish at the NAPA 300 in Edmonton back in July and will be looking to carry that momentum forward.
Steve Côté will be aiming to shine in his #29 Evirum/BKFC Chevrolet, as this is one of his preferred oval tracks. Still, he’ll face stiff competition from Donald Theetge in the #80 Group Theetge/Revêtement Vulcain Chevrolet. The Québec driver is consistently among the front-runners at Delaware Speedway.
Also joining the field will be Larry Jackson in the #84 Big Chief Meat Snacks/E3/Oniel Electric/Dume Energy Drink Dodge. Louis-Philippe Dumoulin, who has had a challenging season, will represent WeatherTech Canada and OmniFab in his #47 Dodge.
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By: NASCAR Canada
September 8, 2024
September 8, 2024
Delaware, Ontario – Delaware Speedway hosted the penultimate event of the NASCAR Canada season on Sunday, where Kevin Lacroix captured the win in the Delaware 200.
The race took place under clear skies and intense sunshine. In the morning practice session, Marc-Antoine Camirand posted the fastest lap in the No.96 GM Paillé Chevrolet. However, in qualifying, it was Lacroix who took the pole with a lap time of 18.905 seconds, securing the E3 Spark Plugs Pole Award.
Local fans gathered to cheer for drivers D.J. Kennington in the No.17 Castrol Edge/Brimstone Games/CIM Metals Dodge and Kyle Steckly in the No.22 APC/Pennzoil/Sierra Excavating Chevrolet. It was also a special day for Ryan Dyson, making his NASCAR Canada debut in the No.19 Douglas Window & Door/Bingo Country Chevrolet, though his race ended early due to a mechanical issue.
When the green flag dropped for the 200-lap race, Lacroix took command in his No.74 Quick Strut/NAPA Racing Dodge, with Cayden Lapcevich close behind in the No.32 GSR/Ohsweken Speedway/Chantarellie Promotions Chevrolet. Andrew Ranger, starting from fourth, quickly moved up the field in his No.27 GM Paillé Chevrolet, overtaking both Lapcevich and Steve Côté in the No.29 Evirum/BKFC Chevrolet.
Several early cautions shaped the first 100 laps, setting up a fierce battle between Lacroix and Ranger as they traded the lead. Meanwhile, positions shuffled continuously behind them.
In the first half of the race, a collision between Steckly and Jason Hathaway in the No.3 ASSA ABLOY/Leland Industries Chevrolet caused a caution, sending both drivers down the order. Marc-Antoine Camirand also spun out but managed to rejoin the race quickly.
Lapcevich remained in striking distance of Lacroix and Ranger, never letting them pull away while defending his position from Kennington, who was making significant moves to advance. Donald Theetge also joined the Top 5 battle, overtaking Kennington in his No.80 Groupe Theetge/Vulcain Chevrolet.
Further back, young driver Danny Chisholm worked his way up to seventh in the No.8 Fast Eddie Speedwear/Jani-King Chevrolet. Steckly was also on the rise, sitting in eighth place just before the mandatory caution came out with less than 100 laps remaining.
Misfortune struck Theetge as a problem on the restart forced him to retire.
This opened the door for Hathaway to re-enter the Top 5, where he fought Lapcevich for fourth. At the front, Ranger was glued to Lacroix’s rear bumper, looking for an opportunity to pass.
In a hard-fought battle, Steckly and Hathaway traded positions, with Hathaway losing four spots after going wide in a corner. The second half of the race was far calmer than the first, with only one caution caused by Glenn Styres in the No.0 GSR/Ohsweken Speedway/Chantarellie Promotions Chevrolet.
Lapcevich also faced trouble on the restart, dropping down the order, allowing Louis-Philippe Dumoulin in the No.47 WeatherTech/OmniFab Dodge to claim a spot in the Top 5, with Camirand just behind.
Ultimately, it was Kevin Lacroix who crossed the finish line first, sealing a win in a race that was both chaotic and calm at times. Andrew Ranger and D.J. Kennington completed the podium in second and third, while Kyle Steckly and L.P. Dumoulin rounded out the Top 5.
“This is our fifth win of the season,” Lacroix said in the Evirum winner’s circle. “The car was really strong here, and we finished first and second for Innovation Auto Sport, so it’s been a fantastic day. I’m excited for the finale.”
“The No.27 car was fast and excellent,” Andrew Ranger said. “The No.74 had a bit more speed, but we had a great Chevrolet. I pushed hard but also tried to save the tires in case of a late restart. It’s a great result and good for the points. I’m very happy!”
Ranger added, “This season has gone really well for us. It’s been a lot of hard work over the last two years to get back on the podium in nearly every race. I’m here to prove I’m fast with a good car and a great team.”
“The Castrol Edge car was fantastic today,” D.J. Kennington said. “We did well in practice and qualifying, and I’m very proud of the team. We’ve learned a lot this season and made good progress with the car. It’s been tough on the ovals this year, but this is my home track, and I knew if I could get a good result anywhere, it would be here. I’m thrilled for my partners and everyone who helped make this possible.”
NASCAR Canada will return to the track on September 22 at Autodrome Montmagny, where the season champion will be crowned.
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By: Innovation Auto Sport
September 5, 2024
September 5, 2024
Saint-Eustache, Quebec - With only two events remaining on the NASCAR Canada schedule, the season is racing to its finale. This Sunday, September 8, the NAPA Racing team returns to Ontario, this time to the fast and challenging oval of Delaware Speedway.
Kevin Lacroix is aiming for his first win at the 1/2-mile track, where victory has so far eluded him. Last year, despite finishing 5th, the result didn’t fully reflect the team’s capabilities.
“It’s a track I really enjoy,” Lacroix said. “It’s a very fast oval, and we’ve always been able to find our rhythm here. Delaware is one of the biggest ovals we race on. I typically finish in the Top 3 at this event.”
Indeed, the driver of the No. 74 Quick Strut / NAPA Racing has consistently placed in the Top 5 at Delaware Speedway, except for one race in 2021 when a suspension failure dropped him from contention. His best result was a 2nd-place finish in 2021, during a season that saw Delaware host three races due to pandemic-related schedule adjustments.
Looking ahead to the 200-lap race, Lacroix feels confident: “Our car has been outstanding everywhere we’ve raced this season, so I’m expecting a strong result.”
Practice sessions begin at 11:00 AM, with qualifying scheduled for 2:30 PM. The Delaware 200 will get underway at 4:30 PM on Sunday, September 8.