(Radio Iowa) — The first sporting event in the state of Iowa is set for May 8th at the Knoxville Raceway. The track will host of World of Outlaws sprint car event. John McCoy is race director says fans won’t be allowed but they can watch the show on line.

McCoy says the event will be run by the World of Outlaws.

McCoy says in an industry that relies on fans it is not what they would prefer but it is a good way to get things started.

The World of Outlaws late model series will run at Boone Speedway with no fans on May 15th.