Nick Hoffman secured his 25th Gator Trophy in the DIRTcar Late Model Feature at Volusia Speedway Park, demonstrating his continued dominance at the track. Starting from the outside pole position, Hoffman strategically followed Cade Dillard before making his winning move after the race's midpoint.

The race saw Hoffman expertly navigate the track's conditions, utilizing the top groove while others stayed low. After passing Dillard in Turn 1 following the crossed flags in the 25-lap event, Hoffman maintained his lead despite late pressure from Ricky Thornton Jr. in traffic.

Hoffman attributes his success at Volusia to his extensive experience with both Modified and Late Model racing on the half-mile track. "I feel like I just know what to expect out of my car here," Hoffman explained. "Knowing what I need to do to make raw speed, I'm just good at big, sweeping 1⁄2-miles."

The podium was completed by Ricky Thornton Jr. in second and Jonathan Davenport in third, with Max Blair earning the Hard Charger Award after advancing from ninth to fourth. Ryan Gustin rounded out the top five.

Notable Race Details:

• Austin Smith: Fastest in Hot Laps
• Cade Dillard: Quick Time Award winner
• Heat Race Winners: Dillard, Hoffman, Marlar, Thornton Jr., Davenport, and Gustin
• Last Chance Showdown Winners: Brent Larson, Mark Whitener, Tyler Erb

Feature Results (Top 10):

1. Nick Hoffman
2. Ricky Thornton Jr.
3. Jonathan Davenport
4. Max Blair
5. Ryan Gustin
6. Brandon Overton
7. Cade Dillard
8. Brandon Sheppard
9. Bobby Pierce
10. Mike Marlar

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