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Max Reaves holds off Gavan Boschele in controversial ARCA race at Springfield

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Max Reaves holds off Gavan Boschele in controversial ARCA race at Springfield

Summary

Max Reaves triumphed in a heated ARCA Menard's Series race at the Springfield Mile on August 23, leading for most of the event after dominating early stages. Reaves faced a late challenge from Gavan Boschele, who overtook him with three laps remaining. Contact ensued, resulting in Boschele sliding sideways and ultimately finishing fifth after furious exchanges with Reaves post-race. Reaves claimed victory amid boos from the crowd, while Boschele expressed frustration in social media comments, raising tensions ahead of their next race at DuQuoin.

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By the Numbers

•Max Reaves led 98 of 100 laps at Springfield Mile.
•Gavan Boschele took the lead briefly before making contact with Reaves.
•Reaves secured his sixth career ARCA victory.
•Boschele expressed anger post-race and hinted at future retribution.
•Crowd reaction included boos directed at Reaves after the race.

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What they're saying

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On Sunday, the ARCA Menard's Series was racing at the Springfield Mile, a dirt track in Illinois. Toyota development driver Max Reaves had dominated the event, leading 98 of 100 laps. However, while navigating slower traffic, the 16-year-old had to check up and suddenly Gavan Boschele had an opportunity. He sliced up the middle and took the lead with three laps to go. Entering the next ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com