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Matt Smith headed into Las Vegas this past weekend only a mere 10 points out of the POWERade Pro Stock Motorcycle points lead. Needing to keep his hopes alive in Pomona, Smith knew he needed a good showing at Vegas.
Having some problems in qualifying, due to hurting a motor on Friday during qualifying, Smith a crew had to change motors in order for the next day’s qualifying. Running a 7.049et at 186.77mph, Smith qualified himself and his Torco Buell in the third position.
Squaring off against Steve Johnson first round, Smith took his time and ran a great 7.068et at 186.51mph to get the win light. Second round he had to run one of the top-four contenders in the Countdown to One, Peggy Llewellyn. Cutting a great light, but slowing up a bit, Smith would get the huge holeshot win and would advance to the semi-finals.
Having to now run Andrew Hines, who was number one in points, Smith knew it was now or never. Giving it all he had, Smith cut a good light and ran a great time, however Hines just fared a little better and Smith would lose the round.
“We had a good weekend,” said Smith. “I mean, yes I would have liked to have gone a few more rounds, but all-in-all I guess I can’t complain. We have a great team and a great sponsor, and we still have a chance next weekend to try and win this Championship. We are testing today (Monday) in Vegas to try and better ourselves for next weekend. We are holding nothing back and are going to give it our all in Pomona; hopefully we can make something happen.”
Smith sits third in the points now, 14 points out of second and 51 points out of first.
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Evan Knoll, founder of Knoll Gas-Torco Racing Fuels and a major sponsor of motorsports, has dedicated himself to bringing high quality racing fuel to every aspect of motorsports. When Evan is not spending time with his daughters you will find him following one of his many-sponsored race teams. Evan is a loyal family man and an avid drag racing fan.
The company also offers commercial and racing oils and lubes; SKULL Shine, a complete line of car care products; SKULL Gear, a complete line of apparel, traction compound, and racing-related accessories.
For more information on Torco Racing Fuels, SKULL Shine Car Care Products and SKULL Gear apparel, please visit: Torco Race Fuels - Home or Torco Race Fuels - Home.
Matt Smith Exits in the Semis
Matt Smith headed into Las Vegas this past weekend only a mere 10 points out of the POWERade Pro Stock Motorcycle points lead. Needing to keep his hopes alive in Pomona, Smith knew he needed a good showing at Vegas.
Having some problems in qualifying, due to hurting a motor on Friday during qualifying, Smith a crew had to change motors in order for the next day’s qualifying. Running a 7.049et at 186.77mph, Smith qualified himself and his Torco Buell in the third position.
Squaring off against Steve Johnson first round, Smith took his time and ran a great 7.068et at 186.51mph to get the win light. Second round he had to run one of the top-four contenders in the Countdown to One, Peggy Llewellyn. Cutting a great light, but slowing up a bit, Smith would get the huge holeshot win and would advance to the semi-finals.
Having to now run Andrew Hines, who was number one in points, Smith knew it was now or never. Giving it all he had, Smith cut a good light and ran a great time, however Hines just fared a little better and Smith would lose the round.
“We had a good weekend,” said Smith. “I mean, yes I would have liked to have gone a few more rounds, but all-in-all I guess I can’t complain. We have a great team and a great sponsor, and we still have a chance next weekend to try and win this Championship. We are testing today (Monday) in Vegas to try and better ourselves for next weekend. We are holding nothing back and are going to give it our all in Pomona; hopefully we can make something happen.”
Smith sits third in the points now, 14 points out of second and 51 points out of first.
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Evan Knoll, founder of Knoll Gas-Torco Racing Fuels and a major sponsor of motorsports, has dedicated himself to bringing high quality racing fuel to every aspect of motorsports. When Evan is not spending time with his daughters you will find him following one of his many-sponsored race teams. Evan is a loyal family man and an avid drag racing fan.
The company also offers commercial and racing oils and lubes; SKULL Shine, a complete line of car care products; SKULL Gear, a complete line of apparel, traction compound, and racing-related accessories.
For more information on Torco Racing Fuels, SKULL Shine Car Care Products and SKULL Gear apparel, please visit: Torco Race Fuels - Home or Torco Race Fuels - Home.
