Housewright Dominates Late Model Races at Kingsport Speedway

Defending track champion wins both 40-lap features in convincing fashion.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:18am

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An abstract painting with bold, energetic brushstrokes in neon shades of red, orange, and yellow, capturing the intense speed and motion of a late model stock car racing around a short oval track.Housewright's commanding Late Model victories at Kingsport Speedway showcase his mastery of the high-speed short track.Kingsport Today

Housewright, the defending Late Model track champion at Kingsport Speedway in Tennessee, led flag-to-flag in both 40-lap feature races on Saturday night, cementing his status as the driver to beat this season.

Why it matters

Kingsport Speedway is a high-banked short track that attracts some of the top Late Model talent in the region. Housewright's dominant performance sends a strong message to his competitors that he will be the driver to beat in the chase for this year's track championship.

The details

Housewright led every lap of both 40-lap Late Model features, pulling away from the field and crossing the finish line several car lengths ahead of the competition. His car was dialed in perfectly, allowing him to navigate the tight corners and long straightaways of the 0.375-mile oval with ease.

  • The races took place on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Kingsport Speedway in Kingsport, Tennessee.

The players

Housewright

The defending Late Model track champion at Kingsport Speedway, known for his consistent performance and ability to set up his car for the unique demands of the short track.

Kingsport Speedway

A 0.375-mile high-banked short track located in Kingsport, Tennessee that hosts a variety of NASCAR-sanctioned racing series, including the Late Model division.

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What they’re saying

“The car was just hooked up all night. The team gave me a great setup and I was able to stay out front and control the race.”

— Housewright

What’s next

Housewright will look to continue his strong start to the season and defend his Late Model track championship at the next Kingsport Speedway event on April 25, 2026.

The takeaway

Housewright's dominant performance at Kingsport Speedway serves notice that he will be the driver to beat in the Late Model division this season, as he aims to repeat as track champion.