POWRi WAR Sprint League Opens Season at US 36 Raceway

Early-season showdown sets the tone for the championship chase as teams unveil fresh equipment and look to build momentum.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:36am

A vibrant, abstract painting featuring rapid brushstrokes of neon orange, electric blue, and hot pink, capturing the intense speed and energy of wingless sprint car racing at US 36 Raceway.The POWRi WAR Sprint League's season-opening event at US 36 Raceway promises an explosive display of raw speed and racing energy as teams unveil fresh equipment and chase the $2,000 prize.Belleville Today

The POWRi Wingless Auto Racing Sprint League is kicking off its 2026 season on April 10 at the high-banked clay of US 36 Raceway in Belleville, Illinois. The 'Season Send-Off' event will feature a $2,000 prize for the winner, as teams look to get an early advantage in the championship chase by debuting new equipment and finding the right setup.

Why it matters

The POWRi WAR Sprint League is one of the premier wingless sprint car racing series in the Midwest, attracting top drivers and teams. The season-opening event at US 36 Raceway is an important early-season test that can set the tone for the rest of the year, as teams work to gain an edge in the championship battle.

The details

The POWRi Wingless Auto Racing Sprint League will headline the April 10 event at US 36 Raceway, along with several other local divisions including A-Mod, B-Mod, E-Mod, Pure Stock, and Stock Car. The pits will open at 5:00 PM, with the grandstands opening at 6:00 PM. Driver registration will run from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM, followed by the drivers meeting at 7:00 PM, engine heat at 7:15 PM, and hot laps at 7:30 PM before the racing action begins.

  • The 'Season Send-Off' event will take place on Friday, April 10, 2026.
  • Pits open at 5:00 PM on April 10.
  • Grandstands open at 6:00 PM on April 10.
  • Driver registration is from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM on April 10.
  • The drivers meeting is at 7:00 PM on April 10.

The players

POWRi Wingless Auto Racing Sprint League

A premier wingless sprint car racing series in the Midwest, known for attracting top drivers and teams.

US 36 Raceway

A high-banked clay racetrack located in Osborn, Missouri that will host the season-opening event for the POWRi WAR Sprint League.

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What’s next

The POWRi WAR Sprint League will continue its 2026 season with additional events at tracks across the Midwest following the season-opening race at US 36 Raceway.

The takeaway

The POWRi WAR Sprint League's season-opening event at US 36 Raceway is an important early-season test for teams looking to gain an advantage in the championship chase. With fresh equipment, new setups, and a $2,000 prize on the line, the 'Season Send-Off' is sure to set the tone for an exciting 2026 campaign in one of the Midwest's premier wingless sprint car series.