Chris Rogers of Patchogue captured his first NASCAR Modified feature race of the 2026 season at Riverhead Raceway, a quarter‑mile bullring where patience is often in short supply. The victory marked the third career win for Rogers in his Outlaw Inc. entry and underscored the value of composure on a track that rewards daring overtakes.
Key Results from Riverhead Raceway
Kyle Ellwood had taken the early lead but saw his advantage evaporate on lap 15 when contact with Chase Grennan sent his car spinning. The incident opened the door for Rogers, who seized the lead and held it despite relentless pressure from Chase Grennan in the closing laps.
Owen Grennan finished second, a result that propelled him back to the top of the championship standings, while veteran Roger Turbush completed the podium in third place.
In the Late Model feature, Brandon Turbush celebrated his first victory since the series opened in 2025, a performance that highlighted the unpredictable nature of short‑track racing and added another name to the growing list of surprise winners.
Jim Laird Jr. claimed his third win in just five races, tying him for fourth on the all‑time win list and reinforcing his status as a consistent contender in the division.
Jarrod Hayes took the Street Stock feature, dedicating the triumph to his late engine builder Chuck Deon. In a touching tribute, Hayes switched his car number to 03, the same number Deon had driven with during his career.
Mike Mujsce Jr. of Hampton Bays overcame a late‑race deficit to win the 4/6‑Cylinder Enduro. The race employed a handicap rule that placed the previous night’s top five finishers at the back of the grid, adding an extra layer of strategy to the event.