Alex Papini saved the best for last, closing out a fast-paced evening with a slam bang door-to-door finish in the 20-lap Mtn Dew RoadRunners and leaving fans roaring their approval after Papini prevailed by a yard.

Fast qualifiers in each division line up for opening ceremonies to open up the 64th NASCAR WHELEN All-American Series at Rockford Speedway.

Dale Nottestad, Cambridge, Wis; showed patience when many others didn't, biding his time and picking off cars to get to the front before putting it on cruise control and never looking back on the way to victory lane. Pictured with Dale is Speedway CEO Jody Derry and series flagman.

Throughout the day race fans saw close racing action making for action packed racing.

James Swan now known as NSTC for 2010 as he stands in victory lane.

Long time track announcer Chris Clark signs his name to what will become a permanent fixture of Rockford Speedway as a member of the 'Walk of Fame'.

Curt Tillman found himself up side down during his qualifying race as he crashed hard into the safety tire in turn 3. Tillman escaped without injury.

Figure 8 winner Dennis Smith # 08 holds up trophy as he takes home the honor in the Ferrellgas 15 lap feature.

Rob Goodman eyes are focus on qualifying for his All-American Sportsman - Metro Medical events.

Mtn Dew RoadRunners Champion Robert Roush picture with speedway owner Jody Deery.

Matt Berger takes home the checker flag in the Bargain Hunter Sportsman feature.

Bargain Hunter Sportsman feature went to Doug Bennett’s after a close finish with Matt Berger.