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Swindell Strikes Before Lightning at Lakeside Speedway

He regains the World of Outlaws championship lead after series-best sixth win

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — June 30, 2012 — There was thunder and lightning Saturday evening at Lakeside Speedway after another scorching afternoon.

With high humidity and temperatures soaring into triple digits for the fourth consecutive race, the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series was in hurry-up mode as a storm approached prior to the 30-lap feature at the half mile.

Sammy Swindell and Kraig Kinser set the tone from the drop of the green flag as lightning descended around the area midway through the main event. The duo battled neck and neck – even side by side at times – with Swindell crossing the finish line first by a car length.

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Madsen Takes Top Honors at Belleville High Banks

The Australian wins his second World of Outlaws feature in the last six races

BELLEVILLE, Kan. — June 29, 2012 — Kerry Madsen was as patient as anyone during the nearly 90-minute delay for track work prior to Friday’s feature.

Once he hit the track, it was a different story. Madsen picked up his second World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series victory in the past six races to cap a blistering day that featured temperatures in the triple digits at Belleville High Banks.

“That was well worth the wait,” he said with a big smile. “The track was awesome, wide open around the cushion.”

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