Jacob Engle Records another top 10 finish, Wins at Sportsmanship

Just three weeks after an impressive fourth place finish, Jacob Engle returned to the Orange Show Speedway in his NextNet Consulting/Jake Racing Super Late Model Chevy and placed eighth, despite a great display of sportsmanship that allowed three drivers to move ahead late. To date, he has finished in the top 10 in every race that has gone the distance.

The night was marked with high expectations, as Engle’s qualifying time was a half of a second faster than his previous qualifying time. However, the competition was slowed significantly by a number of minor accidents that kept the up-and-coming 16-year-old stopping, starting, and dodging debris. With 20 laps to go, running in fifth, Engle’s car sustained irreparable damage caused by an opposing vehicle. Unfazed, he continued his march to the front, moving into fourth place on yet another restart. Unfortunately, handling became progressively worse, forcing Engle to pull aside and allow the five, six, and seven place cars to pass.

“Conceding my position was the right thing to do,” said Jacob Engle during an interview after the race. “When the checkered flag drops, I want to be remembered as much for my integrity as my ability behind the wheel. But my conscience is the only excuse I have for finishing eighth. I want to put this behind me and once again set my sights on victory lane.”

That day isn’t far off. The “Fight’s On!” #51 team is planning to return to the racetrack soon, as Engle continues his campaign for Orange Show Speedway’s coveted Rookie of the Year Award.  To follow the team’s historic run, visit http://www.jacobengle.com.

July 23rd, 2009  |  Posted in Media / Publicity