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Beyond The Flags: Ronnie Choate

February 21, 2025 • Ben Deatherage • Season 3 • Episode 3

Fresh off his 2025 championship run at the Florida Winter Nationals in the Stealth Racing IMCA STARS Mod Lites, Ronnie Choate is on fire! The Cookeville, Tennessee native made his mark in the Deep South, winning both the Race of Champions and Manufacturer's Dash at Hendry County Motorsports Park, along with a pair of runner-up finishes at the Sugar Bowl.

Hear all about Choate’s journey—from how his racing career began, the meaning behind his signature #LR8, his triumph at the 2023 Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s, and much more!

Catch the full story on the Beyond The Flags podcast, available on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts!

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