THOMPSON, Conn. — Race of Champions and Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park officials have come to an agreement for the iconic facility to host the historic 75th annual Race of Champions to be held as part of the 63rd annual World Series Weekend on Saturday, Oct. 11.
The 75th annual Race of Champions will be a 150-lap event paying $12,500-to-win as well as a spot on the legendary Al Gerber Memorial trophy. The race will remain similar to past events, with pit stops as it has had in the past. Three (crew members will be permitted over and only one tire will be permitted to be changed per caution to maintain the strategy and competition that the event has shown in past years.
“It’s an honor for both Tom (Mayberry) and myself to be able to host this iconic event as part of the 63rd Sunoco World Series Weekend,” said American-Canadian Tour managing partner Cris Michaud. “We’re proud to bring the 75th annual Race of Champions to Thompson Speedway and play a role it it’s legendary history.”
It will be the first time the race is run in Connecticut, following Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York.
The World Series will also see the Race of Champions Modified Series crown it’s series champion as it will be the final point-paying event for the 2025 season.
Race of Champions management also announced the Sept. 12-14 event will remain “Race of Champions Weekend” at Lake Erie Speedway in North East, Pa.