ARCA Menards Series: Your Go-To Guide for the General Tire 100 at Watkins Glen

Road course racing on the ARCA Menards Series is like a wild card game. Forget pushing the gas pedal all the way to the floor. It’s all about precision driving, smart braking, and keeping your car in one piece when chaos inevitably strikes. Welcome to Watkins Glen International. This week, the Finger Lakes region will play host to the General Tire 100 for the ARCA Menards Series. The competition is coming in hot to include Trans Am champions and fresh-faced rookies. So be prepared because anything could happen.

ARCA Menards at Watkins Glen: A Road Course Clash

Watkins Glen isn’t just any race track. We’re talking about a place steeped in motorsport history from Grand Prix glory days to hosting Formula 1-level drama in modern stock car racing. Now, the ARCA gladiators are taking another shot at taming this 2.45-mile beast.

Since ARCA Menards’ return to The Glen in 2021, the series has showcased some incredible talent. Last year, Connor Zilisch smoked the field by 12.8 seconds like it was casual Tuesday. Lucky for the 2025 grid, Zilisch is busy chasing trophies in multiple other series and won’t be repeating his dominance this Friday.

Who to Watch at Watkins Glen

Want drama? Eyes are glued to Brent Crews, a Joe Gibbs Racing prodigy who’s been dazzling with his road-course chops. Crews, known for his Trans Am TA2 Championship swagger, nearly snagged the win at Lime Rock Park earlier this year before a restart violation sent him facepalming into a missed opportunity. He’s got redemption vibes written all over this race.

Sitting atop the leaderboards is Brenden “Butterbean” Queen, seemingly on a mission to collect more ARCA Menards trophies than anyone this year. With five wins already under his belt, he’s looking to tick “victory on a road course” off his checklist. Can he outmaneuver the seasoned road rangers like Crews in the ARCA Menards Series?

Oh, and don’t sleep on Thad Moffitt. He’s no stranger to the Watkins Glen asphalt, and he’s driving Nitro Motorsports’ No. 70 Toyota this weekend. With a solid Trans Am background, Moffitt could stun the field if fate and the brakes cooperate.

Rookie Alert: Tristan McKee’s ARCA Debut

Speaking of fresh faces, get hyped for Tristan McKee making his ARCA Menards debut. At just 15, McKee already boasts wins at iconic venues like North Wilkesboro, and ironically, Watkins Glen is on the Trans Am calendar. He’s piloting the No. 77 Gainbridge Chevrolet for Spire Motorsports. No pressure, only legacy-defining stakes here.

Underdogs and Surprises

Don’t you just love a good dark horse story? Remember names like Alon Day, Israel’s gift to ARCA Menards road warriors, who has already tasted victory lane finish this season. Meanwhile, Isabella Robusto is turning heads, proving herself as a rising talent after rebounding into the top 10 at Lime Rock. Of course, seasoned regulars like Ryan Gemmell and Dale Quarterley keep everyone honest with their technical racing.  Veteran moves paired with raw grit might steal the show.

Where to Watch

Mark your calendar, set the DVR, or grab a portable fan for the stands. Here’s how to watch Friday’s epic race live.

• Race: General Tire 100 at the Glen
• When: Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, 2 p.m. ET
• Where: Watkins Glen International, NY
• Watch Live: FS2 / Fox Sports App
• Radio: MRN / ARCARacing.com

ARCA Menards Series

General Tire 100 at the Glen (Entry List)

• 1. Dale Quarterley No. 4 (1/4 Ley Racing, Chevrolet)
• 2. Lavar Scott, No. 6 (Rev Racing, Chevrolet)
• 3. Trevor Ward, No. 9 (Fast Track Racing, Toyota)
• 4. Ed Pompa, No. 10 (Fast Track Racing, Toyota)
• 5. Matt Wilson, No. 11 (Fast Track Racing, Toyota)
• 6. Trent Curtis, No. 12 (
• 7. Kris Wright, No. 15 (Venturini Motorsports, Toyota)
• 8. Brent Crews, No. 18 (Joe Gibbs Racing, Toyota)
• 9. Lawless, Alan, No. 20 (Venturini Motorsports, Toyota)
• 10. Tyler Reif, No. 23 (Sigma Performance Services, Chevrolet)
• 11. Alon Day, No. 25 (Venturini Motorsports, Toyota)
• 12. Brenden Queen, No. 28 (Pinnacle Racing Group, Chevrolet)
• 13. Ryan Gemmell, No. 29 (NEMCO Motorsports, Toyota)
• 14. Corey Aiken, No. 34 (VWV Racing, Ford)
• 15. Brad Smith, No. 48 (Brad Smith Motorsports, Ford)
• 16. Isabella Robusto, No. 55 (Venturini Motorsports, Toyota)
• 17. Ryan Roulette, No. 67 (Maples Motorsports, Chevrolet)
• 18. Thad Moffitt, No. 70 (Nitro Motorsports, Toyota)
• 19 Glen Reen, No. 71 (KLAS Motorsports, Chevrolet)
• 20. Christopher Werth, No. 72 (CK Motorsports, Chevrolet)
• 21. Andy Jankowiak, No. 73 (KLAS Motorsports, Chevrolet)
• 22. Tristan McKee, No. 77 (Spire Motorsports, Chevrolet)
• 23. Casey Carden, No. 86 (Clubb Racing Inc., Ford)
• 24. Jason Kitzmiller, No. 97 (CR7 Motorsports, Chevrolet)
• 25. Michael Maples, No. 99 (Maples Motorsports, Chevrolet)
• 26. Alex Clubb, No. 03 (Alex Clubb Racing)
• 27. Brayton Laster, No. 06 (Wayne Peterson Motorsports)

Final Thoughts

The ARCA Menards Series is going to leave tire marks on Watkins Glen’s storied pavement that’ll be talked about for weeks. Whether you’re cheering for road course legends, underdog heroes, or just waiting for a jaw-dropping photo finish, this is one race you won’t want to miss. Got your picks already? Don’t forget to watch these stories unfold because you never know when a rookie might turn heads or a veteran pulls off a masterful underdog win.