KNOXVILLE WORLD CHALLENGE QUALIFIER SLATED FOR
TODD & POLLOCK SPEEDWAY IN NEW ZEALAND
by: Thomas J Schmeh

KNOXVILLE, IOWA (February 27, 2006) - The fourth of five international qualifiers for the Knoxville World Challenge invitational is slated for Saturday, March 25, at the Todd & Pollock Speedway on the grounds of Baypark Stadium in Mount Maunganui, North Island, New Zealand. The 25-lap New Zealand Sprint Car Grand Prix will pay $1,500 to win from a total purse of $8,500. Previous 2006 Knoxville World Challenge qualifiers have been held at the Ohsweken Speedway in Ohsweken, Ontario, Canada; the Powerbuilt Speedway in Christchurch, South Island, New Zealand; and at the Premier Speedway on the grounds of the Sungold Stadium in Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia. The Knoxville World Challenge will pay $10,000 to win on Friday, August 11, during the 46th annual Knoxville Nationals, presented by Midwest Ford Dealers.

Amongst those already qualified for the Knoxville World Challenge are such international driving stars as Craig Dollansky, Robbie Farr, Brian Brown, Max Dumesny, Donny Schatz, Allan Wakeling, Paul McMahan, Glenn Styres, Jamie McDonald, Daryn Pittman, Brooke Tatnell, Kerry Jones, Brad Sweet, Garry Brazier, Blake Robertson, Adam West, Kurt Winker, Stevie Walsh, Jason Johnson, and Chad Kemenah. The fifth and final international qualifier will be held on Saturday, June 3, at the Budweiser Motorsports Park in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Those seeking more information on the Knoxville World Challenge are urged to visit Knoxville’s web site at www.knoxvilleraceway.com.