Jake Bollman Earns Podium Finish with Strong Third-Place Run at Berlin Raceway

Jake Bollman continued his outstanding 2026 ARCA Menards Series campaign with another podium finish this past weekend, bringing the No. 20 Nitro Motorsports Toyota home in third place at Berlin Raceway.

Entering to the challenging 7/16-mile oval in Marne, Michigan, Bollman entered race weekend looking to build on the momentum from a string of strong performances throughout the season. Berlin Raceway's tight racing groove, abrasive surface, and demanding tire management make it one of the most challenging short tracks on the ARCA Menards Series schedule, placing a premium on consistency and track position.

The Nitro Motorsports team unloaded with speed right away, and Bollman backed it up in qualifying by securing the fourth starting position for the 200-lap feature. Starting near the front gave the No. 20 team an opportunity to race with the leaders from the drop of the green flag.

Once the race got underway, Bollman quickly settled into the lead pack and spent virtually the entire afternoon inside the top five. Throughout the race, the No. 20 Toyota showed excellent speed on both short and long runs, allowing Bollman to remain in contention while battling against some of the best drivers in the series.

Berlin Raceway is known for producing long green-flag runs that reward patience and tire management, and Bollman executed both throughout the event. Rather than overdriving the car early, he maintained a consistent pace, preserved his equipment, and kept himself in position as the race entered its closing stages.

The Nitro Motorsports team also delivered a clean and efficient race, avoiding mistakes and maintaining track position throughout the afternoon. Bollman's ability to consistently run among the leaders showcased both the speed of the No. 20 Toyota and the confidence he has developed during his rookie ARCA campaign.

When the checkered flag flew, Bollman crossed the finish line in third place, earning another podium finish and another significant points day in the championship battle. The result continued an impressive stretch of consistency for the young driver, who has established himself as one of the series' most reliable front-runners throughout the 2026 season.

For Bollman and Nitro Motorsports, Berlin Raceway was another example of the team's ability to unload with speed and execute from start to finish. Qualifying fourth, spending nearly the entire race inside the top five, and finishing on the podium highlighted the continued growth of both the driver and the program.

As the ARCA Menards Series season continues, performances like Berlin reinforce that Bollman and the No. 20 Nitro Motorsports team have become weekly contenders. Another strong qualifying effort, another race spent battling near the front, and another podium finish provide valuable momentum as the championship fight moves deeper into the summer.