Posted by Madison Speedway on 4/26/2005, 11:29 am
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Season Opener Set for May 1 at MIS by John Wells Oregon (WI) The schedule has been finalized for the season opener at Wisconsin's Track of Champions, Madison International Speedway. The Wisconsin Challenge Series will makes its first-ever appearance at the speedway on Sunday, May 1 with the Miller Lite 100. Joining the WCS on the racing program will be the Big Eight Limited Late Model Series. "We are really looking forward to getting the season started and believe we have put together an awesome opener," said MIS promoter Steve Einhaus. "The WCS is a proven series that will bring a great field of drivers to Wisconsin's Fastest Half-Mile. We also have the Big Eight Limited Late Model Series making their first visit to Madison. This should be an outstanding show that is second to none," added Einhaus. An impressive lineup of drivers is anticipated for the WCS race. Dick Trickle, Rich Bickle Jr., and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series rookie Todd Kluever will all be at MIS. All three are past track champions with Trickle the all-time feature winner at Madison with 72 checkered flags. The Big Eight Limited Late Model Series means the return of the popular limited late models to Wisconsin's Fastest Half-Mile. "We're really looking forward to having this series at MIS in 2005," said Einhaus. Schedule April 30: Open Practice from Noon-5:00 PM. Pit passes are $10.00. Grandstand admission is free. May 1: 10:00 AM Pits Open Noon Grandstands Open Noon Hot Laps 1:30 Qualifying On-track autograph session following qualifying 3:15 Mandatory Driver's Meeting 3:30 Racing Begins WCS Late Model Last Chance Races Big Eight Limited Late Model Last Chance Races Intermission Late Model Pre-Race Introduction Miller Lite 100 Post Race Interviews and Celebration Big Eight Limited Late Model Feature Race For more information check out our website at madisoninternationalspeedway.com or call the track at 608.835.9700 or email us at mismedia2@yahoo.com