Kofoid Outduels Hafertepe for First World of Outlaws Win at Kennedale
Michael "Buddy" Kofoid secured his first victory of the 2025 World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car season at the Cowtown Classic finale at Kennedale Speedway Park, Texas.
Buddy Kofoid celebrates at Kennedale
Starting from the front row, Kofoid battled with pole-sitter Sam Hafertepe Jr., taking the lead on Lap 10 with a decisive slider move. Despite heavy traffic and constant pressure from Hafertepe, Kofoid maintained his position to claim his 11th career World of Outlaws victory and Roth Motorsports' 115th Feature win.
The victory marked a significant turnaround for Kofoid, who had struggled in the season's first three races. The 23-year-old Penngrove, CA native credited his team's decision to switch back to last year's successful car and their ability to adapt to the track conditions.
Sam Hafertepe Jr. finished second, securing his first World of Outlaws podium since March 2022. Giovanni Scelzi completed the podium in the KCP Racing No. 18, following up his Friday night victory. Logan Schuchart and David Gravel rounded out the top five.
Notable achievements from the event:
- Skylar Gee earned KSE Racing Hard Charger (26th to 13th)
- David Gravel recorded his 127th career Simpson Quick Time
- The event drew the largest crowd in Kennedale Speedway Park history
The World of Outlaws Sprint Cars continue their Texas campaign at Cotton Bowl Speedway in Paige for the Federated Auto Parts Texas Two-Step on March 21-22.