The NASCAR Canada series started their West swing with a showdown in Saskatoon, and one driver went on to announce himself as a title front runner.

 

Marc-Antoine Camirand secure yet another win on the year in the Leland Industries 250 at Sutherland Automotive Speedway.

 

The 45 year-old put forth a strong outing, leading 118 of the 250 laps and fending off a late charge from runner up Kevin Lacroix.

 

Andrew Ranger rounded out the podium, keeping himself close to Camirand in the title fight, with only seven points separating the two.

 

L.P Dumoulin picked up a fourth place finish with Jason Hathaway in fifth, in what was another consistent race from both drivers.

 

Another strong result came from Shantel Kalika, who fought hard to secure a top 10.

 

 

On the other side of the coin, things did not go so well for veteran Mark Dilley.

 

The 55 year-old was making his final career start in the series but unfortunately was forced to retire on lap 71 with a mechanical problem.

 

Alberta native Jamie Krzysik had his race come to an end just past the halfway mark due to a suspension issue.

 

The series’ western swing continues onward to Wetaskiwin, AB and Edmonton International Raceway.

 

Action gets underway Saturday July 27 at 9:30 P.M. EST.