Kevin Ward Jr., who was struck and killed by Tony Stewart's car during an on-track incident Aug. 9, will be honored by Ohsweken Speedway in Ontario with a new event in his name.
The Kevin Ward Jr. "Young Stars Challenge" presented by TJSlideways.com will take place Sept. 12, during Canadian Sprint Car Nationals weekend.
Ward, 20, had participated in four nationals, placing in the top 10 in 2011.
Ward's No. 13 will be honored in multiple ways: there are 13 drivers competing in the 13-lap race, and $513 will be awarded to the winner.
During a sprint car race in August, Ward had climbed from his car after it spun while racing for position. The race at Canandaigua (New York) Motorsports Park was under caution because Ward spun out. He then walked down onto the racing surface, waving his arms in an apparent attempt to confront Stewart.
Authorities said the first car to pass Ward had to swerve to miss hitting him. The front of Stewart's car then appeared to clear Ward, but Ward was struck by the right rear tire and hurtled through the air. He died of blunt force trauma.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.