February 11, 2026

Sunday win at I-37 goes to Minten

By J.M. Hallas

PLEASANTON, Texas (April 22) – Talon Minten outlasted the field to take home Sunday’s IMCA Modified main event at I-37 Speedway.

Minten got the lead from early point man Chris Morris, who drives with only hand controls, then outpaced the remaining field for the win.

“We had a good car,” said Minten. “With the wrecks and cautions I’m glad I started up front and stayed clear of it all. The track wasn’t too bad for our feature, I felt like the top line was dominant so whoever got up there first would likely stay out front.”

Dillon Tindall was second and Morris ended his night in third.

The scheduled Saturday show at Pleasanton was rescheduled because of inclement weather and wet pit conditions.

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