‘The Replacements’ return, Josh Berry takes it all at Kansas
Like the previous event, it ended up being led by one guy from flag-to-flag, and this time, it was Berry taking that honor, and taking the virtual trophy.
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Like the previous event, it ended up being led by one guy from flag-to-flag, and this time, it was Berry taking that honor, and taking the virtual trophy.
NASCAR’s newest eSports series will be broadcast on a wider scale starting with this Sunday’s race at Texas Motor Speedway.
“But iRacing’s platform, like we really — this is something that really can gain a lot of traction simply because it’s as real as it gets. I’m excited that this was just a first step and hopefully something that builds for years and years to come,” Hamlin said.
Up-and-coming NASCAR star, Ryan Vargas, showed off his “Race Promoter” skills in a time where the real world action sits sidelined due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Graham Bowlin was the victor on Wednesday night after a full three attempts at overtime, and an added 17 laps to the original 100 lap distance.
“Had hell passing Bobby (Zalenski),” Luza said. “That was so hard to pass him, especially with him having the fresh air. Once I got by him, the car was absolutely perfect.”
Joshua Williams, the spotter in real life for Team Penske’s No. 12 Ford, driven by Ryan Blaney, took his virtual No. 12 Ford to the front early and often, and went on to win The Replacements 100.
“It was just so crucial to really, really, really save,” Hall said. “That was our game plan, we stuck to the game plan, and obviously it paid off.”
Given the circumstances laid out in front of us all, with no live Motorsports happening for the time being, why not promote something where the stars can still compete against each other, or maybe even against the best Sim Racers out there?
There were 859 iRacers registered for Tuesday night’s opening round of the Road-To-Pro Series, 100 laps among each of the 26 splits.