Indoor auto racing returns to Atlantic City's Boardwalk Hall for the NAPA Know How weekend on January 31st and February 1st. The event features two main races: the Black Jack 21 on Friday and the 23rd Gambler's Classic on Saturday.

In the past 22 years, only 12 drivers have claimed victory in TQ Midget events at this venue. Andy Jankowiak and Anthony Sesely lead with five wins each, including four Gambler's Classic victories. Other multiple winners include Ryan Flores and Tim Buckwalter, each with two wins.

Notable contenders seeking their first Atlantic City victory include:

• Tommy Catalano, who led the 2024 Gambler's Classic until a late mechanical issue
• Billy Pauch Jr., competing in the Jason Simmons Racing No. 98p
• Michael Christopher Jr., nephew of two-time winner Ted Christopher
• Tanner VanDoren, who won in Allentown and nearly claimed Atlantic City last year
• Briggs Danner, last year's Gambler's Classic podium finisher

The event features:

• Complete qualifying and feature events both nights for TQ Midgets
• Additional races for Slingshots, Champ Karts, and Dirt 600 Micro Sprints
• Drivers from 13 states and two Canadian provinces
• Pre-race Fan Zone with driver autographs
• Saturday Fan Fest with NHRA Funny Car driver Ron Capps and Ms. Motorsports 2025

Event Schedule:

• Friday: Doors open 6 PM, Racing starts 7 PM
• Saturday: Doors open 5 PM, Fan Fest 5-6:15 PM, Racing starts 7 PM

Tickets:

• Starting at $20 for adults
• Children's general admission $5
• Premium and reserved seating available
• Lower-level reserved ticket holders get Fan Fest access

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