~ By Tom Boggie Today, we’re going to start by paraphrasing a quote by Spanish-American philosopher George Santayana, who in 1905 wrote, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” Now, I’m sure George wasn’t talking about … Continue reading →
~ By Tom Boggie Just when you thought “The 4th Turn” had quietly drifted off into the sunset, it surfaces out of nowhere. I’ve got more shelf life than a Twinkie. Ta da. Welcome to 2024. Thanks to a beautiful … Continue reading →
~ By Tom Boggie Talk about sensory overload! Fans will be talking about the 2023 version of Malta Massive Weekend for years to come. There are so many lasting images, from fans surrounding Ken Tremont Jr.’s car and taking cellphone … Continue reading →
~ By Tom Boggie Everyone likes to say that records are made to be broken, but there are some numbers that just seem really untouchable. For instance, there’s 200. That’s the number of NASCAR Cup Series wins Richard Petty amassed … Continue reading →
~ By Tom Boggie If you’ve come here for some wit, wisdom and wise-crackin’, you’ve come to the wrong place. The cupboard is getting pretty bare. Albany-Saratoga Speedway rained out last weekend, throwing a wet blanket over Autism Awareness Night, … Continue reading →
~ By Tom Boggie There are three important dates in Demetrios Drellos’ racing history at Albany-Saratoga Speedway. The first is June 16, 2017. That was the night of Drellos’ first modified victory at Albany-Saratoga. The second is Sept 21, 2019. … Continue reading →
~ By Tom Boggie Last Sunday, I stopped in at Jumpin’ Jack’s Drive-In in Scotia to enjoy a final cheeseburger and order of Twister fries before the summer hot spot closes for the season. As I watched people go through … Continue reading →
~ By Tom Boggie Twenty-nine wins may not sound like a lot. Heck, there are a lot of modified drivers who have recorded 29 (or more) wins in a season. But the No. 29 has special significance for two-time Albany-Saratoga … Continue reading →
~ By Tom Boggie Even if you don’t know the backstory, Kris Vernold’s victory at Albany-Saratoga Speedway last Friday night was still a feel-good story. Here is a journeyman driver, getting his first career modified win on the dirt surface … Continue reading →
~ By Tom Boggie When someone in the racing community dies, they usually get a couple of paragraphs at the end of The 4th Turn, as I offer condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. That’s not the way … Continue reading →