Once again, the Mayor’s Cup Grand Prix provided plenty of racing action for fans while raising money for local charities.
Seven weeks ago, though, there wasn’t even a site confirmed to host the 15th annual race. But the work put in by organizers Don Hartman, Terry Riggins and others was rewarded with a day of racing that pleased the crowd on hand. “It’s all worth it when we give that $10,000 check to the Gateway Association,” said Hartman of the payoff that the organizers get from their hard work. “The racers seemed to enjoy the weather today. I was pleased with the way the weather went, it was a big break.” “The city has been amazing to us,” Riggins said. “They’ve never said no. It was always ‘When do you need it’ We’re all gonna go home tired. But this was as spectator friendly event as we’ve ever put on.” Driver Scott Hamble has competed in every Mayor’s Cup Grand Prix during the 15 years the race has existed. He took home three top-five finishes on the day. “It’s an excellent event Terry puts on a great show,” Hambell said. “It’s well worth it. The competition is always great.” On the track, Shayne Shipley and Jason Burgess were double winners.
Shipley was the top driver in the 125 Shifter and 125 Masters Shifter events.