Champions to Be Crowned Friday
Night at Lincoln Speedway’s Bennett Memorial
[August 20, 2025]
Lincoln, IL –
The stage is set for one of the biggest nights of the season at
Lincoln Speedway, as the 1/4-mile dirt oval hosts the annual Bennett
Memorial Race and 2025 BRANDT Season Championship Night this Friday,
August 22nd. With thousands of dollars in bonus money on the line
and three divisions set to crown champions, fans can expect an
action-packed evening honoring the legacy of Tom and Diane Bennett
while celebrating the sport’s rising stars and seasoned veterans.
A Night of Racing and Remembrance
The Bennett Memorial pays tribute to Tom and Diane Bennett, who
devoted more than 50 years to the racing community. Friday’s event
will feature six divisions in action: DIRTcar Pro Late Models,
DIRTcar Modifieds, DIRTcar Pro Mods, DIRTcar Sportsman, MARA
Midgets, and Crown Vics. Over $15,000 in bonus money will be
distributed between drivers and fans through payouts, raffles, and
giveaways.
Event Schedule:
Pits Open: 4:00 PM
Grandstands Open: 5:00 PM
Hotlaps: 6:00 PM
Racing: 7:00 PM
Grandstand admission is just $15, with kids 11 & under admitted
FREE. Pit admission is $35.
Pro Late Model Championship
In the DIRTcar Pro Late Model division, Braden Johnson of
Taylorville, IL holds the point lead by 26 markers over Lincoln’s
Brandon Sweitzer, a margin equal to 13 feature positions. Johnson
enters the weekend with momentum, fresh off his first Lincoln win of
the season last Friday. Behind them, Lincoln’s Michael Maestas,
Decatur’s Dakota Ewing, and Lincoln’s Ryan Miller round out the top
five.
Modified Showdown: Father vs. Son
The most dramatic battle comes in the DIRTcar Modifieds, where
family bragging rights are on the line. Mason City, IL’s Brian Lynn
and his son, Austin Lynn, enter Friday night in a dead heat for the
championship. Brian, a multi-time Lincoln champion, will look to add
another title to his legacy, while Austin, the 2020 champion, aims
to add to his own résumé. Former champion Brandon Roberts of
Ashland, IL remains within striking distance, just 10 points back,
while Taylorville’s Carter Sinkhorn and veteran Brian Diveley
complete the top five.
Crown Vic Points Race
The Crown Vic division will be racing for a title on championship
night for the first time. Lincoln’s Aidan Crowell leads the
standings by 26 points over Beason, IL’s Justin Miller. Shawn Awe
(Mt. Pulaski, IL), Chris Tackett (Stanford, IL), and Alex Hatfield
(Quincy, IL) round out the top five contenders in the new full-time
class.
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Austin Lynn (72A) and Brian Lynn (14) are tied for the Modified
point lead. Photo by Josh James
MARA Midgets Farewell to Lincoln in 2025
While the MARA Midget season continues at other venues, Friday marks
their final stop of the 2025 campaign at Lincoln Speedway. Crystal
Lake’s Jace Sparks leads the standings by 26 points over Peoria’s
Mark McMahill. Tyler Roth (Springfield, IL), Daltyn England
(Springfield, IL), and Dominic Bruns (Champaign, IL) complete a
tight top five as the division prepares to put on a show for the
Lincoln faithful one last time this year.
DIRTcar Sportsman and Pro Mods to Race
The DIRTcar Sportsman and Pro Mods, despite not being full-time
Lincoln Speedway divisions, will be a big part of this Friday
night’s show. The Pro Mod class has had just one event at the track
this year but showed up strong with 20 cars when Bret Eilerman
claimed the win. For the DIRTcar Sportsman, Colby Eller, of
Taylorville, IL has had the best season winning two out of the four
features and contending for the others.
A Can’t-Miss Season Finale
With six divisions, championships on the line, and the Bennett
Memorial legacy as the backdrop, Friday promises to be a night of
unforgettable racing action. Fans are encouraged to arrive early and
be part of the energy as the 2025 season reaches its thrilling
conclusion at Lincoln Speedway.
For more information on Friday’s event, visit
LincolnSpeedwayIL.com
or follow Lincoln Speedway on social media.
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