After nearly a full year of thrilling races, the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series wraps up its 2025 season with one of the most anticipated events in dirt racing — the Dirt Track World Championship at Eldora Speedway. This final showdown will determine who takes home the coveted championship title as Devin Moran, Ricky Thornton Jr., and Jonathan Davenport battle it out under the bright lights of the half-mile clay oval.
WATCH: 2025 Dirt Track Finals
The 45th Annual Dirt Track World Championship, hosted at the legendary Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio, offers more than just bragging rights. It’s one of the richest races in the sport, featuring a $100,000 winner’s prize and a total purse stretching from $1,000 to $100,000. From October 16 to 18, fans will experience a weekend packed with nonstop dirt-slinging action and championship drama.
Where to watch 2025 Dirt Track World Finals
Fans can catch every lap, from qualifying heats to the championship main event, live and exclusively on FloRacing. On the other hand, racing fans can also watch the complete weekend coverage via Bathurst for a one-time payment of just $9.99. Check out the best and most affordable option to watch the 2025 Dirt Track World Championship at Eldora Speedway in Rossburg.
Dirt Track World Championship 2025 Purse Breakdown
The Dirt Track World Championship remains one of the most lucrative events in dirt racing. Here’s a look at the key payouts and events throughout the weekend:
- Oct. 16 (Thursday):
- Modified Qualifying, Heats & B-Mains
- Full Super Stocks Program – $1,000-to-win
- Oct. 17 (Friday):
- $5,000-to-win Modified Championship
- Steel Block Late Model Qualifying/Heats/B-Mains
- Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Qualifying & Heats
- Oct. 18 (Saturday):
- $5,000-to-win Steel Block Late Model Championship
- LOLMDS B-Mains
- Jim Dunn Memorial Feature
- $100,000-to-win Dirt Track World Championship Main Event
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Standings
Heading into Eldora, the championship race is tighter than ever:
- Devin Moran
- Ricky Thornton Jr. (-15)
- Jonathan Davenport (-115)
- Hudson O’Neal (-365)
With only a handful of points separating Moran and Thornton Jr., the Dirt Track World Championship could very well decide who claims the 2025 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship.
Full Schedule for the 45th Dirt Track World Championship
Wednesday, October 15
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Main Gate Ticket Office open (Tickets, Pit Passes & Will Call)
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM: Turn One South End Camping opens
- 12:00 PM: General Camping opens (Lots 1–5, Eldora Village)
Thursday, October 16
- 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Showers open (Lot 2)
- 11:00 AM: Ticket Offices & Registration open
- 12:00 PM: Turn 3 Pit Gate opens
- 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Modified & Stock Car Tech Inspection
- 4:00 PM: Grand Opening (Gates, Ballroom & ADA Parking)
- 6:00 PM: Hot Laps begin
- 7:50 PM: Opening Ceremonies
Friday, October 17
- 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Showers open (Lot 2)
- 10:00 AM: Ticket Offices & Race Registration open
- 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: LOLMDS & Steel Block Tech
- 4:00 PM: Gates open / Ballroom opens
- 4:15 PM: LOLMDS Driver Meeting
- 5:00 PM: Hot Laps
- 7:50 PM: Opening Ceremonies
Saturday, October 18 – Championship Night
- 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Showers open (Lot 2)
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Breakfast Buffet in Eldora Ballroom
- 11:00 AM: Ticket Offices & Pit Registration open
- 12:00 PM: Grand Opening (All Admission Gates)
- 2:00 PM: Dirt Racing Outreach Chapel Service (Fan Zone Barn)
- 4:00 PM: DTWC Autograph Session (Fan Zone Barn)
- 5:15 PM: Drivers Meeting at Victory Stage
- 6:00 PM: Hot Laps begin
- 6:45 PM: Opening Ceremonies
- Main Event: $100,000-to-win Dirt Track World Championship
Sunday, October 19
- 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Showers open (Lot 2)
The Dirt Track World Championship at Eldora Speedway is more than just the season finale — it’s the ultimate test of endurance, skill, and precision on dirt. With a six-figure prize and championship glory on the line, expect the nation’s best late model drivers to leave everything on the track.
