0
0
The First Annual Lt. Brad Clark “Master the Mezz” Send It Challenge Will Raise Funds for Children’s Hospital of Richmond Foundation, Metro Richmond Flying Squad
RICHMOND (Feb. 13, 2023) – NASCAR fans can climb for a cause on Sunday, April 2, honoring the life and legacy of a Virginia first responder.
Today, Richmond Raceway announced the First Annual Lt. Brad Clark “Master the Mezz” Send It Challenge that will be held prior to the Toyota Owners 400. Participants will scale the steps to the top of the track’s towering Commonwealth Mezzanine before weaving their way through the grandstands.
By the time they are finished, participants will take approximately 1,100 steps in honor of fallen Hanover County firefighter Lt. Brad Clark, who lost his life in the line of duty in 2018.
“I can’t think of a better way to pay tribute to this Virginia hero” said Richmond Raceway President Lori Collier Waran. “Lt. Clark’s selfless sacrifice saved lives and reminded us of the dangers our first responders face in the field every day. This incredible event allows us to honor his sacrifice by raising funds for organizations making a difference in our communities.”
Up to 500 participants can take the “Master the Mezz” Send It Challenge for a low registration fee of $65. That fee includes a $25 ticket to Toyota Owners 400 and a $40 donation to the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU and the Metro Richmond Flying Squad. An unlimited number of spectator passes are available, beginning at $25.
An opening ceremony is scheduled for 7:15 a.m. on Sunday, April 2, with the climb beginning at 7:30 a.m. At 10 a.m., participants are invited to a Post-Challenge Party that includes live entertainment, food and beverage for purchase and free giveaways.
For more information and to register for this event, please visit www.richmondraceway.com/events/masterthemezz/.
2023 NASCAR Season
As part of NASCAR’s 75th anniversary season, Richmond Raceway will host NASCAR race weekends on March 31-April 2 and July 29-30, 2023. In the spring, Richmond will host the Toyota Spring Race Weekend featuring the Whelen Modified Tour race on Friday, March 31, NASCAR Xfinity Series’ ToyotaCare 250 on Saturday, April 1 at 1:00 p.m. and the 68th annual spring NASCAR Cup Series race, Toyota Owners 400, on Sunday, April 2 at 3:30 p.m.
Richmond Raceway will host one of the biggest NASCAR parties of the summer on July 29-30, 2023, featuring the Worldwide Express 250, which will crown the regular season CRAFTSMAN Truck Series champion, on Saturday, July 29 at 7:30 p.m. and a short track battle in the Cup Series on Sunday, July 30 at 3:00 p.m.
2023 NASCAR tickets are available for purchase via phone at 866-455-7223 or online at richmondraceway.com. Fans can view the full 2023 NASCAR schedule and purchase tickets at www.nascar.com/2023schedule.
Stay connected to Richmond Raceway on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and the NASCAR Tracks App.
