Rex King

#65

Rex King drives the #65 V-8 Modified Class car. He lives in Bristolville, Ohio. His home track is Sharon Speedway but he can also be found racing at Tri City Speedway.

Crew and others who have helped include, John Zedler, Jim Reese, Ricky King, Russell King, Brandy and Allen and Don Nichols. Car is owned by the King Brothers.

He began racing in 1983 in Modified Class at Sharon Speedway, it is a family operation. His first win was in 1986 in Modified Class at Eriez Speedway. Career highlights include 1985 2 Track Championships, 1995 5 Track Championships at Sharon Speedway and in 1996 Track Championship at Mercer.

The thrills of racing for him are the competition and racing family. The most exciting racing moment for him was when he beat Lou Blaney in 1986 at Raceway 7 on the High Side. He is most proud of keeping it a family oriented sport and of being a good role model for kids.

Rex's racing heroes are Ed Lynch Sr. and Dale Earnhardt.