Luke Redpath claimed the Tasmanian speedcar championship at Latrobe Speedway.
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Defending champion Joe Lostitch pulled away from pole position while Redpath passed Matt Hefford on lap 12 and caught the Victorian two laps from home. Lostitch crossed the line second but a penalty saw Brock Webster elevated to second with Hefford third.
The Formula 500 state championship was won in convincing style by Launceston’s Jock Goodyer from early leader Dylan Beveridge with Kristian Kelly fending off Matt Redpath for third.
The inaugural Tasmania Cup for AMCAs carried a $1000 bonus with all racers keen to help their racing budget.
Adrian Bassett, Justin Richardson, Daniel Brooks and Jamie Collins were locked in their own battle for the lead.
Having caused a restart when he spun out, Richardson drove around the outside in a brilliant passing move to claim the win and cash from Bassett and Brooks.
Callum Harper dominated the super sedans and crossed the line well ahead of Adam Beechey who was also handed a one plus one penalty by race officials.
This elevated Wayne Dillon to second ahead of Anthony Manion.
The street stocks were dominated by Troy Russell ahead of Steve Harvey who kept a determined Aaron Bradley behind him.
The fight behind them between Craig Weaver, Corey Jetson, Daniel Cunningham and Damo Hall kept the crowd entertained.
Jakobe Jetson won the juniors from Jesse White and Mitch Colgan while Brad Smith took victory in late models ahead of Josh Beaumont and Ash Cleary.
The racing continues with three state championships next weekend at Carrick Speedway.