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Kopcik Claims Maiden Win at Martinsville!
29 Mar
Summary
- Stephen Kopcik secured his first career NASCAR win.
- Kopcik took the lead with 50 laps remaining.
- He held off Ron Silk by 0.147 seconds at the finish.
Stephen Kopcik secured his inaugural NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour victory on Saturday night, March 28th, at Martinsville Speedway. The 2026 Virginia is for Racing Lovers 200 saw Kopcik, driving the #21 for Wanick Motorsports, emerge triumphant in his 23rd career start.
He seized the lead with just 50 laps remaining and masterfully defended his position during a critical late-race restart. Kopcik ultimately crossed the finish line a mere 0.147 seconds ahead of runner-up Ron Silk, clinching a memorable win.
Following Kopcik and Silk in the top five were Tyler Rypkema, Eric Goodale, and defending champion Austin Beers. The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour circuit will next head to Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park for their third race of the 2026 season on April 12.
