Gary Putnam, a NASCAR veteran with a lifelong passion for Modified racing, has been named the new series director for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour. Born and raised in Connecticut, Putnams love for Modified racing began at local speedways like Stafford and Thompson, where he was inspired by drivers like Richie Evans and Fred DeSarro. Despite a successful career in NASCAR, Putnam never lost his affection for Modified racing, making thirty-four starts on the Whelen Modified Tour between 2014 and 2025. Now, at fifty-five, Putnam is dedicating all his attention to growing the Modified Tour, a dream job for the first-generation motorsports professional.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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