Kyle Larson Headlines 53-Car Field for USAC Turkey Night Grand Prix

Kyle Larson Headlines 53-Car Field for USAC Turkey Night Grand Prix

By Michael Harrison

November 23, 2024 at 10:44 AM

Fifty-three drivers will compete in the 83rd ARP Turkey Night Grand Prix at California's Ventura Raceway on November 30, 2024. This prestigious USAC NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship event is the longest-running midget race in history, dating back to 1934.

Racing car speeds on dirt oval

Racing car speeds on dirt oval

Notable participants include:

  • Four-time winner Kyle Larson (2012-2016-2019-2023)
  • Past winners Justin Grant (2022), Logan Seavey (2021), and Tanner Thorson (2015)
  • NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch making his USAC Midget debut
  • 21 USAC National Midget feature winners
  • 25 Don Basile Rookie of the Race contenders

The 2024 field includes five USAC National Midget champions:

  • Logan Seavey (2018 & 2023)
  • Buddy Kofoid (2021 & 2022)
  • Tyler Courtney (2019)
  • Tanner Thorson (2016)
  • J.J. Yeley (2003)

Event Schedule:

  • November 29: Grandstands open 3pm, track activity starts 3:30pm - Midget practice and sprint car racing
  • November 30: Grandstands open 3pm, track activity starts 3:30pm - Sprint car racing, midget qualifying, and 98-lap feature

The event will also feature the Ultimate Sprint Car Series both nights. Tickets are available at venturaraceway.com.

[Full entry list of 53 drivers and teams included in original content remains unchanged]

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