Inaugural Duel at Mohave Boasts $7,777.77 to Win for IMCA Modifieds November 13–15

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By Ben Deatherage

BULLHEAD CITY, Ariz. (Oct. 2, 2025) — The inaugural Duel at Mohave is set to make a big splash at Mohave Valley Raceway Nov. 13–15, with IMCA Modifieds headlining the three-day spectacular at $7,777.77 to win on championship night. IMCA Stock Cars and Karl Chevrolet IMCA Northern SportMods will also be racing for big money in the desert showcase.

The weekend begins with an open practice on Wednesday, Nov. 12, from 6–10 p.m. before three straight nights of racing action. Each evening will feature cash-paying programs, capped by Saturday night main events that also serve as 2026 Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s qualifying races for both the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational and the B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational.

Modifieds will race for $500 to win on both Thursday and Friday before chasing the $7,777.77 top prize on Saturday, which also pays $2,750 for second, $2,000 for third, $1,500 for fourth, and $1,250 for fifth. Stock Cars will battle for $500 on Thursday and Friday before racing for $2,500 to win on Saturday, with $1,500 for second, $1,000 for third, $750 for fourth, and $650 for fifth. The Karl Chevrolet Northern SportMods will match that Thursday and Friday format at $500 to win each night before their $2,500-to-win finale on Saturday, which also awards $1,500 for second, $1,000 for third, $750 for fourth, and $650 for fifth.

Pre-registration is open now at MyRacePass. Drivers who enter after Oct. 31 will pay an additional $25. All on-site registrations will be accepted in cash only, while pre-entries may be completed with a card. Competitors are also encouraged to secure lodging early by calling the Avi Resort and Casino and mentioning the group rate code GMVR25.

For fans unable to attend in person, all three nights of racing will be streamed live with exclusive pay-per-view coverage on IMCA TV affiliate Dirt Race Central.

Additional information and updates can be found by following the Mohave Valley Raceway Facebook page or by visiting www.mohavevalleyraceway.com.

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