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Big 8 Series The Big 8 Series features late model drivers from across the Midwest in 8 marquee events each year.

Michael Bilderback sets sail, then holds off the field after a late race caution to win again at Hawkeye Downs!2. Griffi...
07/19/2026

Michael Bilderback sets sail, then holds off the field after a late race caution to win again at Hawkeye Downs!

2. Griffin McGrath
3. Michael Weber
4. Kody King
5. Alex Braseth

48 laps. A strong field of drivers. Let’s go racing!
07/19/2026

48 laps. A strong field of drivers. Let’s go racing!

Heat races completed without incident.Michael Bilderback was able to get around Mahlon Borntreger in the second half of ...
07/19/2026

Heat races completed without incident.

Michael Bilderback was able to get around Mahlon Borntreger in the second half of heat 1 to get the win. Franc Beldowski held on to third.

In heat two, Kody King had Jon Reynolds Jr. all over his rear bumper, but held on for the victory. Kacey Korsmo ran third behind them.

All of the racing tonight is on TrackTV.com

A little mechanical issues aren’t an issue for Griffin McGrath! He puts in fast time in qualifying.1. Griffin McGrath 19...
07/18/2026

A little mechanical issues aren’t an issue for Griffin McGrath! He puts in fast time in qualifying.

1. Griffin McGrath 19.881
2. Michael Weber 19.993
3. Michael Bilderback 20.009
4. Kacey Korsmo 20.130
5. Mahlon Borntreger 20.235

07/18/2026

Michael Bilderback was fastest in practice ahead of tonight’s 48-lap feature.

Hey… Can’t park there!! 😂 Garrett Scott goes for a harmless spin off turn four in practice. The track is hot and slick.H...
07/18/2026

Hey… Can’t park there!! 😂 Garrett Scott goes for a harmless spin off turn four in practice. The track is hot and slick.

Hawkeye Downs Speedway and Expo Center

07/18/2026

Track is HOT 🔥 ..literally. Practice is underway at Hawkeye Downs Speedway and Expo Center.

Qualifying at 5:45

You can watch all of the racing tonight on TrackTV.com

A big thanks to Great Lakes Frequencies for providing the frequency list and schedule. Pits open at 2pm, front gates at ...
07/18/2026

A big thanks to Great Lakes Frequencies for providing the frequency list and schedule.

Pits open at 2pm, front gates at 5:30pm!

Tomorrow (Saturday) is RACE DAY!! Drivers and fans, be sure to head to the historic Hawkeye Downs Speedway in Cedar Rapi...
07/17/2026

Tomorrow (Saturday) is RACE DAY!! Drivers and fans, be sure to head to the historic Hawkeye Downs Speedway in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

It could very likely be the last chance to race there on asphalt. Let’s make this an event!

A lot going on this Saturday night at Hawkeye Downs! Be sure to read the below post for all of the details.
07/14/2026

A lot going on this Saturday night at Hawkeye Downs! Be sure to read the below post for all of the details.

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