Business has already started to pick up at the start of the new year, and NASCAR drivers are certainly keeping up with it. After the Cup Series season ends, many drivers choose not to take a break and continue dirt racing. We knew Kyle Larson would be among those, but Kyle Busch’s surprise announcement caught everyone off guard. After a tough start to his sprint car adventure, Rowdy is headed to the Tulsa Shootout alongside his son, Brexton Busch.

It’s fair to say that nobody is expecting Rowdy to get out the gate and clinch the title in the Outlaw class. But Brexton is certainly one to watch out for in the Restricted A-Class. We know that B-Rex racked up a lot of event wins in the micro sprint this year, including the Millbridge Restricted Points championship. However, he isn’t the only one looking to continue the winning run at Tulsa, as Kelley Earnhardt’s son Wyatt Miller is eyeing to repeat his past heroics.

Wyatt Miller is hoping for a back-to-back title win

The Busch family was all geared up and ready for the big event to kick start the year 2025 on a good note. Racing is certainly the top priority in the Busch family; this was evident as both Kyle Busch and Brexton took part in the practice run. This is how Rowdy celebrated his wedding anniversary with his wife, Samantha. So the Busch boys are certainly pumped and thrilled about the event, but it is just hard to ignore the challenge of Wyatt Miller.

“It’s driller season. I didn’t think I was going to win the driller; I had a goal of like a top 5. It’s the biggest race of the year, and win. That means a lot. I feel really excited to just want to make the A-Class winged A-main and have a good run and just finish all the races I run. I want to thank all my sponsors: Bass Pro Shops, Tufco, Brandt Agriculture, and Odless. Let’s go get a driller.” Wyatt Miller said this via his Instagram account.

Reacting to her son’s video and preparedness for the “Mecca of Micros,” Kelley Earnhardt wrote, “Let’s go get another Driller.” She shared this message through Instagram stories, and it certainly will only add to Miller’s motivation before heading out to the race at the SageNet Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It will be interesting to see how both Brexton and Millers perform in their respective races. If they do reach the main event, we might be able to see NASCAR racing’s new generation going against each other on the dirt track.

Even for a NASCAR fan, these events can get confusing with many classes and competitors registering for the race. In total, there are six different micro sprint classes at the Tulsa Shootout, and to avoid confusion, let us understand how different each class is.

Different classes at the Tulsa Shootout

First is the Outlaw (Wing & Non-wing) class, which is the top division and the big event at the Tulsa Shootout. The 55-lap feature is the main attraction that attracts the best micro-sprint drivers from all across the country. Engines in this class have a 640CC displacement, and the bigger wings provide the extra downforce. The cars in the Outlaw non-wing class can be adjusted and tweaked.

Then comes the Stock (A-Class & Non-wing), which is seen as the entry-level class. This year 400+ entries have registered for this class. With a trusted engine and smaller 10-square-foot wings, the race cars in this class aren’t allowed any adjustment to seats. Moving on, we have the Restricted class. This is the stepping stone for young racers to prompt themselves to the Outlaw class. The cars in this class have the stock 600cc engine, but it comes with a restrictor plate just like NASCAR. Kids certainly hone their skills in this division and then transition to main features.

The JR. Sprint is for younger kids aged between 6-12, and as the name suggests, everything is small in this class. From smaller sprint cars, motors, and wings. A total of 106 entries have registered for this year’s event, and it is about getting the young racers ready for their next big step and allowing them to experience the thrill of racing. With 1,653 entries across all classes, the Tulsa Shootout is going to be a special event. Make sure you tune into Flo Racing to catch star drivers like Kyle Larson, Kyle Busch, and Christopher Bell in action.