The wait is almost over for one of the biggest weekends in Dirt Late Model racing. The 2026 World 100 returns to Eldora Speedway Sept. 10-12, bringing some of the sport’s best drivers to the historic half-mile for three nights of action.

For decades, the event has delivered unforgettable moments, dramatic finishes and plenty of history.

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This year promises to be no different, with big stakes and a loaded field ready to take on one of racing’s most challenging tracks.

From the atmosphere to the competition, here are five reasons the 2026 World 100 is a must-watch event.

Five Reasons To Watch The 2026 World 100

1. Eldora Speedway - One Of The Most Iconic Tracks

A World 100 victory means even more because it happens at Eldora Speedway. The historic half-mile dirt track has become synonymous with major Dirt Late Model events and is known for producing intense, competitive racing. Its unique racing surface can challenge even the sport’s best drivers, making a trip to Victory Lane at Eldora one of the biggest accomplishments in Dirt Late Model racing.

2. Three Nights Of Racing At Eldora

The World 100 isn't just about the 100-lap finale. It provides fans with three nights of action from Sept. 10-12, meaning there are multiple opportunities to watch drivers battle for starting positions, momentum and ultimately a spot in the main event. With qualifying, heat races and feature action leading up to the main event, there will be plenty to watch all weekend long.

3. The History of The World 100

The World 100 is one of the most prestigious annual races in Dirt Late Model racing. Since its debut in 1971, some of the sport's biggest names have won at Eldora, making this a race where drivers aren't just chasing money, but a place in history. Every year brings another opportunity for a driver to make history and become part of the event's storied legacy.

4. The $100,000 Winner's Purse

There's a massive payday on the line for the racers. The 2026 World 100 winner will take home $100,000, giving drivers plenty of incentive to put everything on the line for 100 laps. With that kind of money on the line, expect drivers to push the limits throughout one of the sport's biggest events.

5. The Best Drivers In Dirt Late Models

The World 100 consistently attracts some of the biggest names in Dirt Late Model racing, and 2026 is no different. Fans can expect to see stars like Bobby Pierce, Jonathan Davenport, Ricky Thornton Jr., Hudson O’Neal and Brandon Overton battling for the win. With multiple World 100 victories among them, the field is packed with drivers who know what it takes to conquer Eldora.

2026 World 100 Weekend Schedule

Wednesday, September 9

• 9 a.m. - Ticket and pit pass sales begin
• Noon - Turn 1 camping load in
• 2 p.m. - Ballroom opens, buffet begins
• 3 p.m. - Fan zone vendor load in
• 4 p.m. - South end vendor load in
• 5 p.m. - Ticket and pit pass sales end
• 6 p.m. - Infield hauler parking (optional)
• 8 p.m. - Ballroom closes
• 9-11 p.m. - JB Aaron concert (fan zone)

Thursday, September 10

• 10 a.m. - Ticket and pit pass sales begin
• 11 a.m. - Pits open
• 1 p.m. - Grandstands closed and cleared
• 2 p.m. - All gates, suites and concessions open
• 2 p.m. - Ballroom opens, buffet begins
• 2 p.m. - Turn one camping load in
• 5 p.m. - Drivers’ meeting
• 6 p.m. - Hot laps
• 7:30 p.m. - Opening ceremonies
• 8 p.m. - Ballroom closes

Competition

• Late Model time trials
• Late Model shootout races (12 laps)
• Late Model first feature (25 laps)
• Late Model second feature (25 laps)
• ‘Saw Crush concert (fan zone)

Friday, September 11

• 11 a.m. - Ticket office opens (ticket and pit pass sales)
• Noon - Pits open
• 1 p.m. - Grandstands closed and cleared
• 2 p.m. - All gates, suites and concessions open
• 2 p.m. - Ballroom opens, buffet begins
• 2 p.m. - Turn one camping load in
• 4 p.m. - Larry Moore Memorial (fan zone)
• 5 p.m. - Drivers’ meeting
• 6 p.m. - Hot laps
• 7:30 p.m. - Opening ceremonies
• 8 p.m. - Ballroom closes

Competition

• Late Model time trials
• Late Model shootout races (12 laps)
• Late Model first feature (25 laps)
• Late Model second feature (25 laps)
• Fool House concert (fan zone)

Saturday, September 12

• 8 a.m. - Ballroom opens, breakfast buffet begins
• 11 a.m. - Ticket office opens (ticket and pit pass sales)
• 11 a.m. - Grounds closed and cleared
• Noon - All gates, suites and concessions open
• 1-1:30 p.m. - Miss Eldora photo shoot (Busch Light silo)
• 1-2:30 p.m. - Dave Argabright interview (ballroom)
• 2 p.m. - Church service (behind main office)
• 3:30-4:30 p.m. - Driver autograph session (fan zone)
• 4:30 p.m. - Public drivers’ meeting (fan zone)
• 6:30 p.m. - Hot laps
• 7:15 p.m. - Opening ceremonies
• 8 p.m. - Ballroom closes

Competition

• Late Model heats (15 laps)
• Late Model consolations (20 laps)
• 56th annual World 100 feature (100 laps)

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2026 World 100 Weekend Purse

Thursday-Friday prelims (two features daily, each paying)

1. $12,000

2. $6,000

3. $3,500

4. $2,800

5. $2,500

6. $2,300

7. $2,200

8. $2,100

9. $2,050

10. $2,000

11. $1,600

12. $1,400

13. $1,200

14. $1,100

15. $1,050

16.-26. $1,000

Saturday’s feature event

1. $100,000

2. $30,000

3. $20,000

4. $15,000

5. $12,500

6. $10,000

7. $9,000

8. $8,500

9. $8,000

10. $7,500

11. $7,250

12. $7,000

13. $6,800

14. $6,600

15. $6,400

16. $6,200

17. $6,000

18. $5,900

19. $5,800

20. $5,700

21.-28. $5,600

Who Won Last Year's World 100?

Ricky Thornton Jr. of Chandler, Ariz., his first career World 100 and first Eldora crown jewel victory.

Past World 100 Winners

Year: Winner, hometown

2025: Ricky Thornton Jr., Chandler, Ariz.

2024: Bobby Pierce, Oakwood, Ill.

2023: Hudson O’Neal, Martinsville, Ind.

2022: Jonathan Davenport, Blairsville, Ga.

2021: Brandon Overton, Evans, Ga.; Jonathan Davenport, Blairsville, Ga.

2020: Postponed

2019: Jonathan Davenport, Blairsville, Ga.

2018: Tim McCreadie, Watertown, N.Y.

2017: Jonathan Davenport, Blairsville, Ga.

2016: Bobby Pierce, Oakwood, Ill.

2015: Jonathan Davenport, Blairsville, Ga.

2014: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.

2013: John Blankenship, Williamson, W.Va.

2012: Brian Birkhofer, Muscatine, Iowa

2011: Jimmy Owens, Newport, Tenn.

2010: Billy Moyer, Batesville, Ark.

2009: Bart Hartman, Zanesville, Ohio

2008: Shane Clanton, Locust Grove, Ga.

2007: Jimmy Owens, Newport, Tenn.

2006: Earl Pearson Jr., Jacksonville, Fla.

2005: Dale McDowell, Rossville, Ga.

2004: Chub Frank, Bear Lake, Pa.

2003: Dan Schlieper, Pewaukee, Wis.

2002: Brian Birkhofer, Muscatine, Iowa

2001: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.

2000: Billy Moyer, Batesville, Ark.

1999: Steve Francis, Ashland, Ky.

1998: Billy Moyer, Batesville, Ark.

1997: Donnie Moran, Dresden, Ohio

1996: Donnie Moran, Dresden, Ohio

1995: Jack Boggs, Grayson, Ky.

1994: Billy Moyer, Batesville, Ark.

1993: Billy Moyer, Batesville, Ark.

1992: Donnie Moran, Frazeysburg, Ohio

1991: Billy Moyer, Batesville, Ark.

1990: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.

1989: Donnie Moran, Frazeysburg, Ohio

1988: Scott Bloomquist, Mooresburg, Tenn.

1987: Randy Boggs, Grayson, Ky.

1986: Jeff Purvis, Clarksville, Tenn.

1985: Larry Moore, Dayton, Ohio

1984: Jeff Purvis, Clarksville, Tenn.

1983: Jeff Purvis, Clarksville, Tenn.

1982: Mike Duvall, Gaffney, S.C.

1981: Larry Moore, Dayton, Ohio

1980: Charlie Swartz, Lucasville, Ohio

1979: Larry Moore, Dayton, Ohio

1978: Ken Walton, Viola, Iowa

1977: Doug Kenimer, Dalton, Ga.

1976: Charlie Hughes, Dalton, Ga.

1975: Joe Merryfield, Des Moines, Iowa

1974: Ed Sanger, Waterloo, Iowa

1973: Floyd Gilbert, Lockland, Ohio

1972: Verlin Eaker, Cedar Rapids, Iowa

1971: Bruce Gould, Milford, Ohio

2026 World 100 Notes

• Bobby Pierce has 14 career Eldora specials dating back to 2014, including June’s Dirt Late Model Dream XXXII, combining to collect more than $500,000 over that span.
• Jonathan Davenport has 11 career Eldora Crown jewel victories, including five World 100 globe trophies (2015, ’17, ’19, ’21-’22).
• Ricky Thornton Jr. won last year’s $72,000 World 100 finale for his first career Eldora crown jewel.
• Nick Hoffman won June’s $20,000 FloRacing Night in America Series warmup prior to Dream XXXII action.
• Josh Rice earned a $30,000 Dream prelim victory last year at Eldora.
• Hudson O’Neal has eight major wins since 2019 there, including 2023’s World 100, worth more than $130,000.

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