The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has sharply curtailed its 2026 Offshore Racing Series, confirming that the Mercury Racing Midwest Challenge will serve as the IHRA National Championship in Sheboygan, WI (Aug. 6-9). This will be the series’ final event of the year.

KICKER Marine Audio (Stillwater, OK) is returning as the official sponsor of the Women’s Pro Division at WakeFest 2026, the 21st annual wakeboarding event set for July 17-18 at Center Hill Lake in Smithville, TN. The sponsorship underscores the brand’s continued commitment to the wake community while highlighting one of its own standout leaders.