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Richmond Raceway announces Inaugural Powder Puff Race on September 22!

RICHMOND, KY (September 17, 2012)-Richmond Raceway track promoters Joey and Tiffany Tackett have announced a Powder Puff event as part of this weekend’s Season Championships.

For those women who have dreamed of getting behind the wheel, that opportunity has come! For safety reasons, powder puff events are limited to the Sportsman, Road Hog, and Four Cylinder divisions. All safety rules and regulations do apply as they do with any other event. A fire suit and helmet MUST be worn!

Further details concerning the Powder Puff event will be announced at the driver’s meeting on Saturday prior to the start of our weekly racing program. All those interested in participating in the Powder Puff race are encouraged to attend Saturday’s drivers meeting.

The pit area opens at 4:30 p.m. on followed by the grandstand area at 6:00 p.m. with hot laps slated for 6:45 p.m. Grandstand admission for this special event is $12 for adults and $3 for kids ages 6 through 12. Pit Admission is $30 for adults and $5 for kids ages 6 through 12. Kids ages 5 and under are admitted FREE to Richmond Raceway.