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USAR to make announcement Wednesday regarding weekend schedule

Posted By Terry Callahan
Motorsports Editor, The Auto Channel
September 12, 2001

FAYETTEVILLE, GA (September 11, 2001) – Due to the events in New York and Washington, D.C. earlier today, United Speed Alliance Racing will announce a decision concerning this weekend’s Alan Kulwicki Memorial/Hooters 200 presented by Naturally Fresh Dressings at Chicago Motor Speedway.

“We have been in contact with officials from Chicago Motor Speedway to address concerns over today’s events and resulting impacts on Chicago Motor Speedway, USAR, and its competitors,” said USAR President Gene Cox. “A decision will be made Wednesday morning concerning the status of this weekend’s event.”

USAR would like to send its deepest sympathy to all family members affected by this terrible tragedy. USAR invites everyone to contact their local Red Cross office to explore possibilities of assistance.

Text provided by Tim Southers

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