BRYLEE KILMER, MICHELLE DECKER, & KAYLEE BRYSON Chase Golden Driller Glory

January 5, 2026

• Three women are set to battle against 400 drivers at the 2025 Chili Bowl Nationals, with BRYLEE KILMER (Monday night), MICHELLE DECKER (Monday night), and KAYLEE BRYSON (Tuesday night) each bringing competitive programs to Tulsa’s premier midget racing event. The week-long gauntlet requires near-perfection through five qualifying nights before Saturday’s championship finale.
• The event returns to its traditional 55-lap A-Main format after last year’s successful crackdown on tire doping eliminated the rubber buildup that previously shortened races to 40 laps. Event organizers implemented tire sampling and enforcement that restored side-by-side racing throughout the feature, prompting the return to the longer distance for maximum competitive drama.
• Each preliminary night operates on a brutal passing points system where heat race performance determines qualifying race lineups, with only the top-two finishers from each night’s feature locking into Saturday’s main event. One bad draw or crash can derail an entire winter’s preparation, making every session critical for drivers pursuing the $20,000 winner’s prize and the coveted Golden Driller trophy.

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