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Single-seater speed returns to Stockton after 20 years
Stockton 99 Brazil Memorial
Rescue’s Patrick Goodwill, former Stockton 99 feature winner, and his No. 49 Sprint Car receive a push onto the quarter-mile speedway. - photo by MARC MIRAMONTEZ

STOCKTON — Speed Tour Supermodified Series leads an open-wheel racing takeover at the Stockton 99 Speedway for the Johnny Brazil Memorial on Saturday.

The Speed Tour Supermodified Series returns for the first Supermodified battle in Stockton in over two decades Additionally, NCMA Sprint Car and Legends of Kearny Bowl action hit the high banks along with the Grand American Modified division.

In its third season, the Speed Tour brings the best open-wheel starts back to Stockton. The series expects a field of 16 from across the West Coast and beyond for their penultimate race of 2025.

The fastest qualifier and hard charger each will be awarded $500. An additional $250 is at stake for any driver who can top Johnny Brazil’s 1985 Supermodified track record of 11.899.

John Louis Brazil, of Manteca, was a driving fixture at the Stockton 99 Speedway and all of Northern California from the early 1950s to well into the 21st century. Racing mostly NASCAR Hardtop Modifieds, Supermodifieds and Late Models, Brazil earned four track championships and in 2011, at the age of 78, Brazil notched his track record 100th and final main event victory at the 99.

Brazil was born on April 25, 1933 and passed away on May 24, 2019 in his hometown at the age of 86.

Quick Change Liquid Energy NCMA Sprint Cars drivers begin the final stretch of the season. Only three races remain before the oldest non-profit SPEC series crowns the 2025 champion.

Hollywood stunt driver and 10-time USAC champion Tony Hunt of Rocklin headlines the field. Antioch’s own Dan Goonderman and Fair Oaks native Shauna Hogg trail Hunt in the title fight.

As for the Legends of Kearny Bowl, this class upholds vintage hardtop racing across California. Drivers will participate in an exhibition feature to showcase the older technology of classic cars.

In the Grand American Modifieds, defending champion Scott Winters of Tracy built a 10-point lead to the next driver. Winters took over from Sacramento's Calvin Hegje after the second race.

Pit gates open at 3 p.m. and admission gates at 5 p.m. A drivers autograph session is scheduled for 5:30 with opening ceremonies at 7 p.m.

Adult tickets are $25 while ages 11-15, seniors, and military members with ID can get tickets for $20. Children under the age of 10 and parking are free.

Visit Stockton99.com for more information.