DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — One of the most iconic titles in late model stock car racing just got a major upgrade.
FloSports and NASCAR announced the addition of $50,000 to the purse for the Virginia Triple Crown raising the overall champion purse to $20,000 – making it the richest prize in the event’s storied history.
FloRacing will now also be the presenting partner of the Virginia Triple Crown.
“We’re thrilled to partner with NASCAR to elevate the Virginia Triple Crown to a whole new level,” said Michael Rigsby, GM of FloRacing. “Late model racing has long been a core focus for FloRacing, and this partnership lets us invest directly in the drivers, teams, and fans who make it so special. We can’t wait to showcase this incredible three-race showdown to a national audience.”
“The Virginia Triple Crown is a celebration of short-track culture – where many of NASCAR’s top stars got their start,” said Joey Dennewitz, managing director, NASCAR Regional. “With the support of FloRacing, we’re amplifying the reach and prestige of each event, creating more excitement for fans and more opportunity for drivers. It’s exactly the kind of grassroots investment that strengthens the future of our sport.”
The new payout structure extends to the top 10 finishers in the Virginia Triple Crown standings, up from just three in previous years:
1st – $20,000
2nd – $10,000
3rd – $7,500
4th – $5,000
5th – $2,500
6th–10th – $1,000 each
All payouts will be distributed following the final leg of the crown – the ValleyStar Credit Union 300 at Martinsville Speedway on Sept. 27.
The Virginia Triple Crown presented by FloRacing is determined by average finish across three of the region’s crown jewel events:
June 28 – Thunder Road Harley-Davidson 200 at South Boston Speedway
July 19 – Hampton Heat at Larry King Law’s Langley Speedway
September 27 – ValleyStar Credit Union 300 at Martinsville Speedway
To be eligible for the championship and prize money, drivers must compete in all three events.
“With FloRacing’s involvement in the Virginia Triple Crown, what was already a most sought-after achievement for the drivers to win, at three of the most storied tracks in NASCAR, has a much larger presence,” said Martinsville Speedway President Clay Campbell. “While this extra incentive will attract more competitors, really, the fans are going to benefit. It’s hard for me to imagine the great racing and drama they will see at South Boston, Langley and Martinsville, whether in person at the track or watching on FloRacing. I’m looking forward to seeing who comes away with the Virginia Triple Crown when the checkered flag drops on the ValleyStar Credit Union 300 on September 27.”
“We’re excited to see the Triple Crown elevated to even greater heights this year and reward drivers who race all in three races,” said South Boston Speedway General Manager Brandon Brown. “We take so much pride in kicking off the Virginia Triple Crown at South Boston Speedway. Our race sets the tone every single year and this year it will mean more than ever. A great run in the Thunder Road Harley-Davidson 200 will be vital to anyone who wants to take home all the money after Martinsville.”
Larry King Law’s Langley Speedway owner and operator Bill Mullis said the sponsorship from FloRacing brings added prestige and value to the Triple Crown.
“This sponsorship adds to the already storied history of the Virginia Triple Crown and brings even more realization to its value and the value the Triple Crown has brought to Late Model Stock Car racing all these years,” Mullis remarked.
“I’m excited to be a part of this, knowing its humble beginnings. The tie between South Boston, Langley and Martinsville is so strong, and this makes it stronger.”
