Championship Auto Race
Championship Auto Race
The Trenton Speedway is the scene of the first tune-up in the east, pointing toward the famous Indianapolis "500" on Memorial Day. Only 102 miles of a scheduled 150 mile race are run after a steady drizzle develops into heavy rain and the officials declare the track dangerous. Mario Andretti, after leading the entire race, has to make a pit stop and in that time loses the lead....and the checkered flag....to Roger Ward. Final check for all the race cars as mechanics and drivers checking out the motors and wheels. High Angle Shot - A No. #1 race car and the driver is Mario Andretti sitting down in his car. And their off, speed and endurance is the key in this race. A group of young guys sit in a tree watching the race. Andretti in car no. #1 leads in much of the race as he pulls into the pit, car no. #24 takes over the lead. The racing cars get the checker flag as the race ends due to rain. Roger Ward wins the race getting the checkered flag and Roger's wife is the first to congratulate him giving him a quick kiss. Roger Ward driving for Firestone sits with a big smile and a trophy.