Special Events
The track hosted monster trucks, a U.S. Drift sanctioned drifting event, and car shows. The Speedway also hosted six Virginia Sprint races, and five Shenandoah Mini Cup Races. They also hosted a Rolling Thunder Modified Race. (As of 2010) The premier event at Old Dominion was "The Big One" held at the end of the season. It sees the highest car counts, biggest purse, and more spectators than most events. It was a non points race for the Late Models, allowing the drivers to go all out to win. 2009's winners were as follows:
Late Model: Dustin Storm/David Polenz
Legends: Ryan Polenz
U-Cars: Craig Oglevee
Street Stock: James Lucas
Virginia Sprints: Jerald Harris
In 2010, the "Big One" was the final race of the season at ODS. It was also the final race in the battle for the Virginia State Championship. CE Falk entered the race, needing to win the race to win the Virginia Championship. Despite leading early, he was not able to secure the victory paving the road for Justin Johnson to win the Championship. Adam Brenner won the track championship with a solid finish and the race win went to Mike Darne.
In 2011, Dustin Storm led the most laps. He had to charge through the field after changing a tire before he crossed the line. After the fans filed out and the majority of the media left, Dustin Storm was disqualified and Doug Liberman was awarded the win.
In 2012, Michael Hardin won the race before a packed house in what would end up being the final race ever held at the Old Dominion Speedway oval.
“ODS The Big One” Winners:
2012- Michael Hardin
2011- Doug Liberman
2010- Mike Darne
2009- David Polenz
2008-
2007- Dustin Storm
2006- Dustin Storm
Joe Gibbs Youth for Tomorrow 150 Winners:
2012- Dustin Storm
2011- Mike Darne
2010- Mike Darne
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