DYSTANY SPURLOCK Breaks Barriers as First Black Woman in NASCAR Series

March 23, 2026

• DYSTANY SPURLOCK makes history March 28 as first Black woman in NASCAR-affiliated competition, debuting in ARCA Menards Series East at Hickory driving #66 Ford Mustang for MBM Motorsports under Carl Long.
• Former motorcycle drag racing champion brings unconventional pedigree: first woman to win XDA Real Street class with world record, second Black woman in NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle. Eyes national ARCA and Cup Series.
• Richmond native supported by performance coach Phil Horton, primary sponsor Foxxtecca documenting journey in “Driven by Dystany” docuseries. Fans organized “Ryders Row” grandstand section with $20 group tickets through March 23.

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