DeLong got a second-place jump off the line and it didn’t take long for him to power his FC 250 into the lead on the opening lap. He swapped positions back-and-forth throughout the first half of the race and he remained at the helm of a three-way battle heading into the final hour-and-a-half of racing. Despite a chaotic final lap, DeLong was able to minimize his mistakes and finish six seconds ahead for the win, while also earning an impressive fourth-overall finish for the day.

“All three of us were together, swapping back-and-forth and I think it was about who was the luckiest in the end,” DeLong said. “The last lap was brutal and I happened to get it done. The lappers played a key in it, too, and I was able to get away. I’ve been on this new bike for a couple weeks now and I don’t think it could work any better. I can’t thank the team enough for all of their support, it’s been great and I’m happy to get the win for them.”