What won the race: Benji Hicks of Mount Airy, N.C., picked up his third Fastrak Touring Series victory of the season by leading the final 29 laps of the 40 lap feature at 311 Motor Speedway. Hicks crossed the finish line 1.011 seconds ahead of runner-up Walker Arthur. The victory was worth $2,000 for Hicks.

Key notes: Hicks, who started on the pole, passed fellow front-row starter and early race leader Jensen Ford on lap 11 for the lead, and held it the rest of the way. ... The feature was slowed by numerous caution flags, and was completed despite a drizzle falling on the speedway. ... Eighteen drivers finished the race with 16 finishing on the lead lap. ... Series action continues Saturday night at Princeton Speedway with a $2,500-to-win event.

On the move: Spencer Apple improved eight spots after starting 17th.

Winner's sponsors: Hicks drives a Longhorn Chassis sponsored by Auto Zone, South Main Street and T&K Enterprises.

Points chase: Matthew Nance (241 points) of Ronda, N.C., is atop the series standings, followed by Ron Parker (235) of Belwood, N.C., and Benji Hicks (231) of Mt. Airy, N.C.

Car count: 23

Fast qualifier: Cla Knight

Time: 17.430 seconds

Polesitter: Benji Hicks

Heat race winners: Benji Hicks, Jensen Ford, Walker Arthur

Next series race: August 12, Princeton Speedway (Princeton, WV) $3,000