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WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (WENY) - It’s been a few days since Shane van Gisbergen crossed the finish line first at Watkins Glen International (WGI), but for one Trackhouse Racing team member, the victory still feels incredibly special. Tony Jilson, a native of Waverly, New York, has a deep connection to WGI and the world of racing, making this win a particularly meaningful moment in his career.

Growing up in Waverly, Jilson spent much of his childhood at Watkins Glen International and Chemung Speedrome. His father worked on race cars at both tracks, sparking Tony’s early interest in motorsports. While Jilson initially dreamed of being behind the wheel, he discovered that his true talent lay in working on the cars themselves.

In high school, Jilson was a standout athlete on the Waverly v

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