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Mark Tate's path to hydroplane racing greatness wasn't just about raw talent—it required technical mastery, strategic thinking, and adapting to different race courses. In this revealing conversation, Tate takes listeners inside his 1994 Gold Cup victory with Smokin' Joe's Racing, explaining how this second Cup win differed from his first with Winston. Make sure you join us next week for the conclusion of our conversation with Mark Tate, where he'll share more stories about the characters and moments that defined this thrilling sport.

*Photo by Bill Osborne

Episode 153

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