Dawsonville Pool Room celebrates Chase Elliott's Martinsville win

The iconic local hangout sounds its siren after the NASCAR star's latest victory.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:37pm

An abstract, energetic painting in neon colors depicting the iconic siren of the Dawsonville Pool Room sounding in the foreground, capturing the excitement and community spirit surrounding a NASCAR victory.The Dawsonville Pool Room's celebratory siren echoes the passion of small-town NASCAR fans after a hometown hero's big win.Dawsonville Today

Chase Elliott, a native of Dawsonville, Georgia, won the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway. Following his victory, the Dawsonville Pool Room, a local institution, sounded its iconic 'si-reen' in celebration, a tradition they uphold whenever Elliott wins a race.

Why it matters

The Dawsonville Pool Room's celebratory siren has become a beloved tradition in the NASCAR community, connecting the sport's stars to their local roots and highlighting the deep passion of small-town fans. Elliott's win at Martinsville continues his strong season and further cements his status as one of the top drivers in the Cup Series.

The details

After Elliott's victory at Martinsville Speedway, the Dawsonville Pool Room, a local pool hall and hangout spot, sounded its distinctive 'si-reen' in celebration. This tradition dates back to when Elliott's father, Bill Elliott, was racing, and the Pool Room would sound the siren every time the elder Elliott won a race.

  • Chase Elliott won the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway on March 29, 2026.

The players

Chase Elliott

A NASCAR Cup Series driver and native of Dawsonville, Georgia.

Dawsonville Pool Room

A local pool hall and hangout spot in Dawsonville, Georgia that celebrates the victories of native son Chase Elliott by sounding a distinctive 'si-reen'.

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What they’re saying

“We're so proud of Chase and everything he's accomplished. Hearing that siren go off is always a special moment for our community.”

— Bubba Hightower, Dawsonville Pool Room regular

What’s next

The Dawsonville Pool Room is expected to host a celebratory event for Elliott's Martinsville win in the coming days.

The takeaway

The Dawsonville Pool Room's siren has become an iconic part of Chase Elliott's success, connecting the NASCAR star to his small-town roots and highlighting the passion of his local fanbase.