One of the most exciting races of the NASCAR weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) is the Mohegan Sun 100 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour (NWMT) race. Known for its fast-paced action, close racing and diehard fan following, this event has earned its reputation as a must-watch for anyone attending the NASCAR Playoffs weekend at “The Magic Mile.”
What Makes It So Popular?
The Mohegan Sun 100 features open-wheel modified cars, which look and race differently from the stock cars in the NASCAR Cup (NCS) or CRAFTSMAN Truck Series (NCTS). They’re lighter, faster through the corners and often race just inches apart. The result? Tons of side-by-side action, bold passing moves and the occasional bump-and-run. With only 100 laps to get the job done, drivers have no time to waste, making for one of the most thrilling races of the weekend.
New England’s Racing Legacy on Display
Modified racing is woven into the fabric of the Northeast’s motorsports culture, and the Mohegan Sun 100 is the ultimate showcase. Before NASCAR’s top series arrived in the region, local tracks across Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and beyond were dominated by modifieds. That tradition lives on through the NWMT, the pinnacle of grassroots-style racing. The Mohegan Sun 100 brings together New England racing veterans and rising stars to compete on the region’s biggest stage, delivering intense competition and hometown pride with every lap. For many local fans, this race isn’t just an event, it’s a celebration of their racing identity. Generations of families return each year to cheer on local heroes and experience the raw, authentic spirit of New England racing.
The Perfect Kickoff to an Action-Packed Saturday
The Mohegan Sun 100 is more than just a race – it’s the ultimate way to launch an adrenaline-filled Saturday at NHMS. As part of the highly anticipated Doubleheader Saturday, this race sets the tone with high-speed intensity, wheel-to-wheel drama and the unmistakable rumble of modifieds tearing around “The Magic Mile.”
Fans love how the Mohegan Sun 100 delivers classic short-track energy with a big-league feel. It’s the perfect appetizer to the NCTS playoff race later that day, giving racegoers nonstop thrills from the moment engines fire up. Whether you’ve followed the NWMT for decades or you’re brand new to racing, this event draws you in with its raw competition and hometown pride.
What makes it even better? You get two incredible races in one afternoon – all with one ticket. That’s why Doubleheader Saturday has become a can’t-miss tradition for thousands of fans across New England.
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