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BIG BLOCK MODIFIED

Empire State Showdown

September 22–24, 2026 • 8:00 PM EST

Oswego Speedway

In 48 days
Register $20.00
Track Oswego Speedway Oswego, NY
Class Big Block Modified
Distance 100 Laps
Entry $20.00
Reg Closes Sep 20, 11:59 PM

The DIRTcar eSports Big Block Modifieds head back to one of the most iconic dirt tracks in iRacing for the Empire State Showdown at Oswego Speedway, September 22-24. Drivers will battle through two Preliminary Nights before the field is set for a 100-lap championship Feature on Thursday night, where a $1,250 purse and Empire State bragging rights await.

Registration is now open for the fixed-setup event, with entries capped at 120 drivers. Qualifying, Heat Races, Last Chance Showdowns, and a 28-car Feature will determine who stands atop the podium at the end of the week. Be sure to register before the September 20 deadline and review the complete event regulations, schedule, and payout information below before taking the green.

DIRTcar eSports | Empire State Showdown

Official Event Regulations & Procedures

Event Dates: September 22-24, 2026
Start Time: 9:00 PM EST (Night 1 & 2), 8:30 PM EST (Night 3)
Track: Oswego Speedway
Car Class: Big Block Modified (Fixed Setup)
Entry Cap: 120 Drivers

REGISTRATION

  • Entry Fee: $20
  • Late Entry Fee: $25 (effective after September 13 at 11:59 PM EST)
  • Registration Deadline: September 20 at 11:59 PM EST
  • All competitors must complete registration by the deadline to be roster-eligible.
  • Registration Link: https://dirtcar.com/esports/register/

EVENT FORMAT

Preliminary Night | September 22 & 23

  • League: #10762
  • Field Size: 60 drivers max per night
  • Track State: Clean at session start; carries through the night

Schedule

  • 9:00 PM: Session Opens
  • 9:15 PM: Drivers’ Meeting (track closed)
  • 9:20 PM: Qualifying: 2 laps / 3 minutes (Top 3 lock into Thursday’s Feature)
  • 9:23 PM:
    • Heat Races: 3 × 20 laps (Top 3 advance to Thursday’s Feature)

Main Event | September 24

  • League: #10762

Last Chance Showdown 1 (LCS 1)

  • 8:30 PM: 15-Minute LCS 1 Practice (10% track state; carries forward)
  • 8:45 PM: LCS 1 – 15 laps
  • Eligibility: Drivers finishing 4th-8th in Tuesday’s Preliminary Heat Races
  • Transfers: Top 2 advance to Feature
  • Alternates: The driver who places 3rd in their Last Chance Showdown may join the feature session as an alternate. They will only be permitted to start the feature if a previously qualified driver fails to appear.

Last Chance Showdown 2 (LCS 2)

  • ~8:45 PM: 15-Minute LCS 2 Practice (10% track state; carries forward)
  • ~9:00 PM: LCS 2 – 15 laps
  • Eligibility: Drivers finishing 4th-8th in Wednesday’s Preliminary Heat Races
  • Transfers: Top 2 advance to Feature
  • Alternates: The driver who places 3rd in their Last Chance Showdown may join the feature session as an alternate. They will only be permitted to start the feature if a previously qualified driver fails to appear.

Main Event Feature

  • ~9:15 PM: 15-Minute Feature Practice (10% track state; carries forward)
  • ~9:30 PM: 100-Lap Feature (28 cars total)
  • Starting Order: Based on Preliminary & LCS finishing positions

LCS & Feature sessions will open immediately following the completion of the previous session. All listed times are approximate and subject to change.

  1. SESSION & TECHNICAL RULES
  • Fast Repairs: 1
  • Green-White-Checkered: Up to 3 attempts
  • Mirrors: Enabled
  • Wave Arounds: None

League Session Requirements

  • All drivers must accept league invites before race night.
  • Final invite-acceptance deadline: 8:00 PM EST each night.
  • Drivers who fail to accept by the deadline may be replaced by alternates.
  • The Feature session will not begin until the LCS has concluded.

4. START & RESTART PROCEDURES

  • The leader controls the start and may accelerate at any point within the designated start zone.
  • The leader has the choice of inside or outside on double-file restarts. For the original start, the driver scheduled to start 1st will start inside.
  • Restarts are double-file unless changed to single-file due to:
    • Consecutive cautions
    • Fewer than 10 laps remaining
    • Admin discretion
  • Restart order is determined by iRacing timing and scoring.
  • Jump Start Penalty: 2-spot deduction per position gained.

5. COMPETITION & CONDUCT RULES

5.1 Incident & Caution Review

  • Race Control reviews all caution incidents before returning to green.
  • Drivers ruled at fault will receive an EOL (End of Line) penalty.
  • Accumulating two (2) EOLs in a single night results in being parked for the remainder of that event night.
  • Race Control will also conduct a post-event review to identify any incidents that may have been missed during the session. Any resulting adjustments or penalties may be issued within 24 hours of the event’s conclusion.

5.2 Contact & Driving Standards

  • Intentional contact or retaliation results in immediate disqualification (DQ).
  • Intentional cautions may result in immediate DQ and potential race bans.
  • Wall riding, unrealistic exploits, and overly aggressive driving may result in penalties or DQ per event admins.

6. PIT ROAD RULES

  • Drivers may not re-enter the racing surface under green after pitting unless safely tagging the field after it passes the pit exit on the initial restart.

7. MEDIA & BROADCAST POLICY

  • The Top 3 finishers must report to the Broadcast Waiting Room in the DIRTcar eSports Discord following their session.
  • Drivers must maintain respectful conduct toward competitors, officials, and broadcast staff.
  • Misconduct may result in chat restrictions, probation, suspension, or removal from the series.

8. DISCIPLINARY ACTION & PAYOUTS

  • Disqualified drivers forfeit all payouts from that event.
  • Remaining competitors are moved up accordingly.

9. ROSTERS & SEEDING

  • Preliminary Night rosters are assigned based on driver selection and competitive distribution.

10. DISCORD & PAINT SCHEMES

  • To ensure proper identification during broadcasts, drivers must incorporate their assigned event number clearly and visibly into their paint scheme. Disciplinary actions may be enforced if you fail to do so.
  • Participation in the DIRTcar eSports Discord channel is mandatory for all drivers, as it serves as the primary platform for communication and official event updates.

11. AWARDS & PAYOUTS

Final Note

DIRTcar eSports officials reserve the authority to enforce rules, issue or modify penalties, and approve or deny participation to maintain competitive integrity. All official decisions are final.