The 2026 World 100 at Eldora Speedway is bringing some of the biggest names in dirt racing to one of the sport’s most recognizable tracks. As drivers prepare to take on the historic Ohio half-mile, there is plenty to look forward to.
Eldora Speedway has built a reputation for challenging drivers and creating memorable moments throughout its long history.
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From its unique racing surface to its place in dirt racing history, there is plenty that makes Eldora stand out.
Here are five things to know about the iconic track before the World 100 gets underway.
The History Of Eldora Speedway
Eldora Speedway has a long history in dirt racing, dating back to its opening in 1954. Located in Rossburg, Ohio, the historic half-mile track has become one of the most recognizable venues in the sport. Over the decades, Eldora has grown from a local racing facility into a major destination for drivers and fans from across the country.
Major Racing Events At Eldora
There have been some of the biggest racing events hosted right at the iconic track of Eldora Speedway. The World 100 is among its most famous events, while the Kings Royal and Dirt Late Model Dream have also become staples on the schedule. Eldora has event welcomed NASCAR competition, adding another chapter to the track’s extensive history and showcasing its versatility as a racing venue.
What Makes Eldora Speedway Challenging?
Eldora’s half-mile dirt layout creates a unique challenge for every driver who takes to the track. The racing surface can evolve throughout an event, forcing competitors to adjust their approach as conditions change. Finding the right line, managing the changing dirt and maintaining speed around the track can all play a major role in determining who finds success at Eldora.
The Drivers Who Made Eldora Famous
Eldora Speedway has been a proving ground for some of the biggest names in Dirt Late Model racing. Drivers such as Scott Bloomquist, Donnie Moran, Earl Pearson Jr. and Jimmy Owens have all found success at the historic track, adding to its legacy over the years. Looking at the drivers and champions who have conquered Eldora helps show why a victory at the Ohio track can carry so much weight.
Why The World 100 At Eldora Matters
The World 100 has become one of the most prestigious events on the Dirt Late Model calendar, and its home at Eldora Speedway only adds to its significance. Drivers arrive in Ohio looking for one of the sport’s biggest victories, while fans come ready for one of the marquee events of the year. Winning the World 100 at Eldora can become a defining moment in a driver’s career.
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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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