A thrilling night of racing at Volusia Speedway Park saw six drivers claim victory in the opening round of the 2025 Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals Big Gator chase.

Gene Nicholas broke his 10-year drought at Volusia, dominating Feature #1 with a 1.5-second lead for his first-ever UMP Modified win. Dave Wietholder rocketed to victory in Feature #2, maintaining a commanding 2.3-second lead over Brian Ruhlman.

Trevor Neville fought hard for his win in Feature #3, overtaking Ryan Thomas in the closing laps for his second career DIRTcar Nationals victory. Bobby Bagley dominated Feature #4 with an impressive five-second margin of victory in a flawless green-to-checkered performance.

Chase Holland held off Volusia expert Todd Neiheiser throughout Feature #5 to secure his first gator trophy. Kyle Strickler overcame pre-race engine troubles to win Feature #6, marking his 15th career gator trophy after a thrilling battle with Will Krup.

Notable Results:

• Feature 1: Nicholas, Sanchez, Sorensen
• Feature 2: Wietholder, Ruhlman, Self
• Feature 3: Neville, Thomas, Falloway
• Feature 4: Bagley, Koehler, Stotts
• Feature 5: Holland, Neiheiser, Taylor
• Feature 6: Strickler, Krup, Stremme

The DIRTcar UMP Modifieds return tomorrow night for another six-feature program as drivers continue their pursuit of the coveted Big Gator championship trophy.

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