Episode 94: A Four Crown for Four Kings and the National Open

Josh and EJ recap a packed Four Crown Nationals weekend at Eldora Speedway, review championship battles across several dirt racing divisions, and preview the $75,000-to-win National Open at Williams Grove Speedway. The episode also includes a full rundown of recent race winners and the weekend schedule across the country.

In this episode:

Josh and EJ break down the Four Crown Nationals at Eldora, including Ryan Timms' first Eldora win, KTJ's Thursday USAC National Midget victory, Jacob Boxell's first USAC National Midget win, and Daison Pursley's Silver Crown triumph.

Four Kings Racing enjoyed a major weekend, with Matt Westfall reaching the Silver Crown podium and multiple first-time Eldora winners emerging across the event.

Jamie Myers earned his third OVSCA championship, tying Hall of Famer Danny Smith, while Trinity Ramseyer captured rookie of the year honors.

Travis Ahrens won the 2026 IRA championship, with Paul Nienheiser named IRA rookie of the year.

Brent Marks and Chase Briscoe Racing secured the $25,000 Roto-Rooter Midweek Series title, setting up a potential High Limit championship run in 2027.

Championship battles are coming down to the final races in the All-Star Circuit of Champions and USAC Midwest Thunder Midgets. Kaleb Henry leads Cale Thomas by 32 points, while Tyler Nelson leads Matt Lux and Bryce Massingill in the midget standings.

The National Open returns to Williams Grove Speedway on October 2-3, featuring a $75,000 winner's purse and a showdown between World of Outlaws drivers, High Limit regulars, and the Pennsylvania Posse.

Josh and EJ both pick the same driver to win the National Open. EJ's local pick is the No. 39, while Josh selects Chase Dietz.

The hosts recap winners from Eldora, Williams Grove, Brownstown, Deer Creek, I-55, Skyline, Wayne County, Ventura, and numerous other tracks.

The weekend schedule includes the National Open, the All-Star finale at Michael's Mercer Raceway, the USAC Midwest Thunder Midget finale at Montpelier, Toledo Speedway's USAC Silver Crown finale, and the Pittsburgher 100.

Timestamps

00:00 - Episode 94 introduction and Dirt Racing History

00:50 - Four Crown Nationals highlights from Eldora Speedway

02:48 - Track conditions, car counts, and why the Four Crown is underrated

04:22 - OVSCA, IRA, and rookie-of-the-year championship results

04:57 - Brent Marks and Chase Briscoe Racing win the High Limit midweek title

06:22 - 2026 USRA Nationals schedule at Lucas Oil Speedway

07:52 - All-Star championship battle between Kaleb Henry and Cale Thomas

10:17 - USAC Midwest Thunder Midget championship comes down to the finale

13:54 - National Open history, purse, contenders, and Pennsylvania Posse competition

15:37 - Josh and EJ reveal their National Open picks

19:23 - Race recap

20:48 - Eldora Four Crown preliminary-night winners

21:15 - Friday night results from Bakersfield, Brownstown, Circle City, and Deer Creek

22:38 - Four Crown finale results and Ryan Timms' Eldora breakthrough

23:24 - IRA championship weekend and Skyline Speedway results

25:06 - Wayne County, Williams Grove, and Jackson 100 results

26:30 - Deer Creek finale and Jacob Boxell's first USAC National midget win

27:33 - Silver Crown, King of the Arch, Montpelier, and Plymouth results

29:56 - Ventura, Wayne County, and Kokomo race results

30:50 - Upcoming Wednesday and Friday racing schedule

32:09 - Saturday schedule featuring the National Open and multiple season finales

33:52 - Sunday enduro at Goods Raceway and the final weekend preview

34:45 - EJ's track plans, including Goods, Hilltop, and Toledo

35:58 - Eldora weekend reflections and behind-the-scenes content

37:03 - Closing thoughts

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