**Gunner Harris Survives Chaotic Opener at USA International** Gunner Harris held his nerve through a frantic feature to claim Round 1, but the real story belonged to Bruce Clingan, who stormed from 14th to fourth in one of the most impressive charges of the night. Harris led 11 laps and managed the pressure down the stretch, crossing first despite heavy traffic and multiple late restarts. The surface at USA International was unforgiving — one mistake would've cost him everything, and he made none when it mattered. Clingan's ascent was the race's defining moment though. Starting deep in the pack after the consolation, he absolutely threaded the needle through traffic and picked off cars at an alarming rate. His aggressive, precise driving made him the most dangerous car on track in the final laps. Justin Sherman3 hung on for second, with Patrick Spangler and Shawn Brisco completing the top five. Michael Sheridan earned pole honors and won his heat, but didn't translate that speed into the feature. Jack Clevenger2 and Peyton Burton were equally strong in their heats. The consolation races set the stage perfectly — Christian McCartney and Clingan punched their tickets, and Clingan's ticket turned into a golden opportunity. Clean racing at the top, chaos in the middle, and a debut