Weekly Stock Car Race Report 03/13/2026
Twister Track Showdown: Experts vs Amateurs Bring the Heat
The Twister Track lived up to its name this weekend, delivering a chaotic, high-speed round robin that mixed seasoned experts with hungry amateurs—and the result was one of the most entertaining slot car battles of the season.
From the first heat, it was clear that precision and consistency would matter just as much as outright speed. Tight corners, unforgiving transitions, and the relentless rhythm of the Twister punished even the smallest mistake.
🏁 Race Results Overview
- Doug Yarbrough (Expert) – 279.46 laps
- Aaron Rothstein (Expert) – 277.60 laps
- David Bauder (Amateur) – 265.20 laps
- David Parsons (Expert) – 263.22 laps
- Bryon Williamson (Amateur) – 261.08 laps
- Shawn Sweeney (Expert) – 250.13 laps
- Mike Strong (Amateur) – 234.83 laps
- Chris Alden (Expert, DNF) – 74.42 laps (broken axle)
🔥 Race Highlights
Doug Yarbrough proved why he’s one of the top experts in the field, putting together a nearly flawless run. His lap total of 279.46 wasn’t just fast—it was consistent. Doug managed traffic cleanly and avoided the costly deslotted moments that plagued others.
Hot on his heels, Aaron Rothstein kept the pressure on all race long. Finishing just under two laps behind, Aaron showed incredible pace but lost crucial time in a couple of tricky sections where the Twister bit back.
The biggest surprise of the day? David Bauder, the top-finishing amateur, who claimed an impressive P3 overall. Bauder didn’t just keep up—he outdrove multiple experts with smooth driving and smart lane management. A statement performance.
David Parsons and Bryon Williamson rounded out a tightly packed mid-field battle, separated by just over two laps despite coming from different experience levels. Their duel was one of the most exciting storylines of the race.
Further back, Shawn Sweeney struggled to find rhythm, while Mike Strong showed flashes of speed but couldn’t maintain consistency over the full distance.
⚠️ Tough Break of the Day
Mechanical failure struck Chris Alden, whose race ended early with a broken axle after 74.42 laps. Up to that point, he had been showing competitive pace, making the DNF all the more disappointing.
🧠 Expert vs Amateur Takeaway
While the experts dominated the top two spots, the amateurs proved they’re closing the gap. With Bauder on the podium and Williamson not far behind, the performance difference is shrinking—and future races could see even bigger upsets.
🏎️ Final Thoughts
The Twister Track once again delivered drama, skill, and unpredictability. With tight margins at the top and rising amateur talent shaking up the order, the next round is shaping up to be even more competitive.
If this race proved anything, it’s that on the Twister—no lead is safe, and no driver can relax.
Overall Podium
Amateur Podium
