ARCA Menards Series Set for Road Course Battle at Watkins Glen
Next Race:
General Tire 100 at The Glen, Watkins Glen International, August 20, 2023
Track Information:
2.45-mile road course in Watkins Glen, New York.
Race Format:
100 laps / 245 miles.
Defending Race Winner:
Ty Gibbs
2023 Contenders:
- Nick Sanchez
- Connor Mosack
- Greg Van Alst
- Daniel Dye
- Parker Chase
Race Preview:
The ARCA Menards Series East and West Series will combine for the General Tire 100 at The Glen, a 100-lap race on the 2.45-mile Watkins Glen International road course. This is the first of two combination races for the two series in 2023.
Watkins Glen is known for producing exciting road course racing, and the ARCA Menards Series is no exception. In 2022, Ty Gibbs led all 100 laps to win the race. He will not be back to defend his title, as he is now a full-time competitor in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.
Nick Sanchez is the current points leader in the East Series, and he will be one of the favorites at Watkins Glen. He has two wins and four top-five finishes in six starts this season.
Connor Mosack is another driver to watch. He is the defending East Series champion and has two wins this season. He also has a strong record at Watkins Glen, with two top-five finishes in two starts.
Greg Van Alst is the points leader in the West Series, and he will be looking to make a statement at Watkins Glen. He has two wins and four top-five finishes this season.
Daniel Dye and Parker Chase are two other drivers who could contend for the win. Dye is a former East Series champion, and Chase is a rookie who has impressed in his first season.
The General Tire 100 at The Glen is sure to be an exciting race. With a strong field of drivers and a challenging road course, there is sure to be plenty of action.
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