Pevely, MO— August 7, 2009—Any World of Outlaws race at I-55 Raceway in Pevely, Missouri is a “Must See” event, as the high-banked 1/3-mile bullring provides some of the most thrilling action of the season on the circuit. The inaugural Ironman 55 on Friday, August 7 and Saturday, August 8 will be no exception, as 15 laps will be added to the traditional distance of the finale at I-55 with $20,000 awaiting the winner of the grueling 55-lap A-Feature event on Saturday night. Leading up to the inaugural Ironman 55 at I-55, 55 reasons to attend the race will be offered in five groups of 11.
55 Reasons to attend the Ironman 55 at I-55 Raceway: Part V:
45. Will anyone break the 10.189 second track record that has stood since 2002?
46. If so, can anyone break the 10 second barrier?
47. Slide Jobs a plenty
48. How does the World of Outlaws Points battle shake out after 55 laps at I-55?
49. Can a Home State driver win it?
50. Does a Non-World of Outlaws driver have a shot?
51. Who will come from the furthest away? Lot of fans heading north from Australia for the Summer to take in some sprint car racing
52. Does the night one winner have a shot to repeat for 20K in the finale?
53. How will tires affect the outcome?
54. Can a driver charge from last to first in 55 laps?
55. 55 laps of green flag racing, cautions donÂ’t count
On Friday, August 7 at I-55 Raceway, general admission tickets will be $27, with reserved tickets $29. For tickets call the track at 636-479-3219.
On Saturday, August 8 at I-55 Raceway, general admission tickets will be $35 with reserved tickets $37. For tickets call the track at 636-479-3219. For more information visit http://www.ironman55.com.
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