(PEDAL DOWN PROMOTIONS) August 8, 2023 – After an enduring a slow start to the night, Alex Pokorski turned it up when it mattered most to move up 10 positions and record his 16th top-10 showing in 17 2023 Akright Auto Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Car A-main events, during Plymouth Dirt Track Racing – MSA Sprints 360 Sprint Car action at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis. on Saturday, Aug. 5.
With 24 Plymouth Dirt Track Racing – Midwest Sprint Car Association 360 Sprint Cars signed in, a transponder issue relegated Pokorski to the eighth and final position in the second group qualifying session.
After starting eighth in the second 10-lap PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car heat race, the fourth-year 360 Sprint Car competitor worked his way around T.J. Haddy to assume seventh place in turn two on lap one. Pokorski held the position the rest of the way on the fast and narrow track surface en route to a seventh place showing.
The West Bend, Wis. driver rolled off 17th in the 25-lap PDTR-MSA 360 Sprint Car main event before utilizing the high groove to advance to 13th on lap 6. By the halfway point, Pokorski had worked his way into 10th.
On lap 14, Pokorski maneuvered around Katelyn Kresbach to move into ninth before slipping past Doug Wondra on lap 22 to take over eighth. A caution flag on lap 24 bunched the field for a single-file green-white-checkered flag finish, which allowed Pokorski to power around Hayden Johnson to assume seventh on the final lap.
Pokorski went on to place seventh to secure his 16th top-10 A-main finish of the 2023 MSA campaign in a race won by Ben Schmidt.
“We didn't record a qualifying time, so we started at the back of the heat race,” Pokorski said. “It was tough to pass on the narrow track in the heat race. The feature track was actually very nice, and it widened out well. I enjoyed racing through the pack to salvage a decent night in the A main.”
The next race for Alex Pokorski at the Akright Auto Racing Team is this Saturday, Aug. 12 at The Plymouth Dirt Track in Plymouth, Wis., which will also feature the Super Six Late Model Series, PDTR Grand Nationals and B Mods.
Grandstand gates open at 4:30 p.m. with qualifying set at 5:30 p.m. and racing at 6 p.m.
Sponsors and supporters for Alex Pokorski and the 2023 Akright Auto Racing Team include Akright Auto, Petersen Septic Systems, Goeden Auto Body, Novak’s Service Center, Mulch Express of Wisconsin, Countryside Designs, Wisconsin Bank and Trust, Homestead Auto, Cedar Valley Hunt Club, Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, RC Custom Design and Pedal Down Promotions.
Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase –
Petersen Septic Systems
Alex Pokorski and the Akright Auto Racing Team are pleased to have Petersen Septic Systems on board as a returning sponsor for the 2023 racing season.
Since opening its doors in Valders, Wis. in 2012, Petersen Septic Systems LLC has provided premier septic tank service and the most reliable septic system installation and repair in Manitowoc and Two Rivers and the surrounding Lakeshore area.
“We offer our services to industrial, institutional, residential, new construction, commercial and municipal accounts,” Petersen Septic Systems Owner David Petersen said. “Customer service is our utmost priority. We do every job as it was in our own homes. Our experience is second to none in the area. Prior to opening the business, I worked for Tuschl Septic Systems from 2004 until owner Chuck Tuschl retired.”
The list of regular services Petersen Septic Systems offers includes septic pump repairs, test drilling/test boring, sewage treatment systems, septic tank removal, septic tank installation, water line repair, oil testing and perc testing.
“We provide all of these services in Manitowoc County and the surrounding areas,” Petersen said. “We are OSHA certified and are licensed MPRS/CST966051.”
Petersen Septic Systems is located at 7334 Nagel Road in Valders, Wis. For more information, call 920-323-2640, email petersenseptic@gmail.com or visit www.petersensepticsystems.com.
Alex Pokorski-Akright Auto Racing Team Sponsor Showcase – Akright Auto
Located at 106 North Bluebird Lane in Sheboygan Falls, Wis. Akright Auto has served as a reliable source for auto parts since 1940.
With a highly trained staff of auto parts professionals, Akright Auto is well prepared to assist customers with vehicle repair needs with a wide assortment of affordable, high-quality auto parts available on site. If a part is not available, Akright Auto offers next-day delivery services.
In addition, Akright Auto provides full auto salvage services, along with a 90-day standard warranty on all parts purchases.
Contact Akright Auto by phone at 920-467-4201, toll free at 800-400-4201, via email at dakright12@gmail.com or visit www.akrightauto.com.
For more information on Alex Pokorski and the No. 4 Akright Auto Racing Team, check out Pokorski Motorsports on Facebook at https://facebook.com/pokorskimotorsports or visit www.pedaldownpromo.com.
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Alex Pokorski - Akright Auto Racing Team
2023 Upcoming Schedule
Saturday, Aug. 12 – Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis.
Saturday, Aug. 19 – Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis.
Friday, Aug. 25 – Plymouth Dirt Track, Plymouth, Wis.
Saturday, Aug. 26 – Wilmot Raceway, Wilmot, Wis.
Alex Pokorski
Akright Auto Racing Team 4
2023 Season
By The Numbers
Total Events – 17
A Main Victories – 1
B Main Victories – 0
Top Five A Main Finishes – 8
Top 10 A Main Finishes – 16
Top 15 A Main Finishes – 17
Heat Race Victories – 2
Fast Qualifier Awards – 1
Paul Pokorski
Akright Auto 53A
2023 Season
By The Numbers
Total Events – 5
Main Victories – 0
B Main Victories – 0
Top Five A Main Finishes – 0
Top 10 A Main Finishes – 1
Top 15 A Main Finishes – 2
Heat Race Victories – 0
Fast Qualifier Awards – 0
- Jeff Pederson on Aug 08, 2023
- Article Date: 8/8/2023 by Jeff Pederson - Pedal Down Promotions