DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — One of the most coveted achievements in Late Model Stock Car racing is set to take center stage once again as the Virginia Triple Crown returns in 2026 with heightened intensity, elevated competition and continued investment in grassroots racing’s premier showcase.
Following last year’s landmark announcement, FloSports and NASCAR are once again teaming up to deliver an enhanced Virginia Triple Crown presented by FloRacing, reinforcing their commitment to the drivers, teams, and fans who define short track racing.
This year’s championship will continue to feature one of the richest purses in the event’s history, $50,000 with a $20,000 prize awarded to the overall champion.
FloRacing remains the presenting partner of the Virginia Triple Crown, continuing its role as the nation’s leading destination for live and on-demand grassroots motorsports coverage.
“We’re proud to continue our partnership with NASCAR and further grow the Virginia Triple Crown,” said Michael Rigsby, GM of FloRacing. “This event represents everything that makes Late Model racing special: elite competition, passionate fans, and historic tracks. We’re looking forward to building on that foundation and bring even more visibility to this incredible championship.”
“The Virginia Triple Crown is late model stock racing at its best: tough, gritty and intense,” said Joey Dennewitz, Vice President, Industry Development. “With FloRacing’s continued support, we’re building even more momentum around one of short track racing’s most exciting championships while delivering the kind of must-watch racing our fans love.”
The payout structure will once again reward the top 10 drivers in the final standings:
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.
The Virginia Triple Crown will once again be determined by a driver’s average finish across three of Virginia’s most prestigious Late Model events:
June 27 – Thunder Road Harley-Davidson 200 at South Boston Speedway
July 25, 2026 – Hampton Heat at Larry King Law’s Langley Speedway
September 26 – ValleyStar Credit Union 300 at Martinsville Speedway
To be eligible for the championship and prize money, drivers must compete in all three events.
“With the continued support of FloRacing and NASCAR, the Virginia Triple Crown has never been stronger,” said Martinsville Speedway President Clay Campbell. “This championship connects three historic tracks and showcases the very best of Late Model racing. Fans can expect incredible competition from start to finish.”
South Boston Speedway General Manager Brandon Brown emphasized the importance of a strong start to the series.
“Kicking off the Virginia Triple Crown at South Boston Speedway is something we take a lot of pride in. Every lap matters, and a strong performance in the Thunder Road Harley-Davidson 200 is absolutely crucial to a driver winning the Triple Crown.”
Larry King Law’s Langley Speedway owner and operator Bill Mullis echoed the sentiment. “The Virginia Triple Crown continues to grow in prestige, and FloRacing and NASCAR’s involvement has played a key role in that evolution. It’s exciting to see the tradition continue to thrive and bring even more value to Late Model racing.”
Past champions of the Virginia Triple Crown include some of the biggest names in Late Model Stock Car history, such as Peyton Sellers, Lee Pulliam, Trevor Ward, and Bobby McCarty.
