Nine-time NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour winner Tim Connolly, recently sidelined from driving following his third spinal surgery after a demanding career in racing and football, is proud to announce that veteran NASCAR Cup Series star and 2008 Daytona 500 champion Ryan Newman will drive the iconic Mystic Missile Modified in the May 18 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race at North Wilkesboro Speedway, representing Tim Connolly and First General Services and other great supporters.

The CARS Tour heads to one of its original tracks on Saturday night for a battle in Rougemont, North Carolina at the ⅜-mile Orange County Speedway. At least four cars will be sent home from the Late Model Stock Car field as 32 cars, including 2008 Daytona 500 winner Ryan Newman, attempt to make the 28-car starting field.

Ryan Newman found his way back to victory lane on Saturday night at Orange County Speedway in Rougemont, North Carolina. The 2008 Daytona 500 champion stood triumphantly with the victor's belt around his waist as the winner of the "Rumble in Rougemont" for the SMART Modified Tour.

Ryan Newman has won a lot. The Daytona 500, the Brickyard 400, and a host of open-wheel USAC events are just part of his racing resume, but he’s never been a King.