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Thousands pack Lime Rock for NASCAR Truck Series return

Thousands pack Lime Rock for NASCAR Truck Series return

Drivers battle for position during the LiUNA 150 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Lime Rock Park on Saturday, July 11.

Madi Long

Lime Rock — Thousands of fans packed Spectator Hill for the second annual LiUNA 150 at Lime Rock Park on Saturday, July 11, as the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series delivered an action-packed race featuring multiple lead changes, numerous restarts and an 18-minute stoppage late in the event.

The race was stopped for 18 minutes after the No. 1 Toyota driven by Thomas Annunziata caught fire while he was running second. Annunziata was transported for further medical evaluation before being cleared and released.

When racing resumed, Grant Enfinger in the No. 9 CR7 Motorsports Chevrolet held off Landen Lewis by 0.483 seconds to take the victory. The field also featured several notable drivers, including NTT IndyCar Series driver Louis Foster.

Thousands of fans attended the event, which featured multiple lead changes throughout the race. Madi Long

Fans had the opportunity to get up close to the trucks during Lime Rock Park’s open paddock on Friday, July 10, one of the track’s signature attractions. The Coca-Cola Fan Zone also offered racing simulators, giveaways, food trucks and other family-friendly activities.

The weekend also hosted the ARCA Menards Series, a feeder series for the national touring series of NASCAR, and the USF Juniors presented by Continental Tire, an open-wheel series that prepares young drivers for eventual entry into the NTT IndyCar series.

Lime Rock Park CEO Dicky Riegel said discussions with NASCAR are underway about bringing the Truck Series back to the track in 2027.

Madi Long
Audience Development Editor

Madison ("Madi") Long is audience development editor for The Lakeville Journal and The Millerton News. A native of North Canaan and graduate of Housatonic Valley Regional High School, she returned to the region after earning a bachelor's degree in Screen Studies with a minor in Culture and Media from The New School in New York City. Madi combines a passion for storytelling with experience in film, photography and digital media, having worked on numerous film and television productions while also earning recognition for her own short films. She is dedicated to helping the newspapers connect with readers across digital platforms while expanding their reach throughout the community.

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