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IMS Announces the Scott Brayton Driver's Award

9 May 1997

DRIVER'S AWARD TO HONOR BRAYTON'S RACING CAREER

For Immediate Release, Friday, May 9, 1997

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- The creation of the Scott Brayton Driver's
Trophy was announced today at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and will
honor at the 1997 Indianapolis 500 any past or present entrant that
best exemplifies the character and racing spirit of Scott Brayton.

The announcement was made by Andrew Evans, the chairman of the award's
presenting sponsor, Royal Purple Motor Oil, Inc.  It will be presented
annually to an entrant of the Indianapolis 500, past or present, who
extends the legacy of one of Indy's own, through sportmanship,
competitiveness, and goodwill.  The recipient will receive both a
$25,000 cash award and a uniquely-crafted crystal trophy designed and
produced by Tiffany's.

"My wife and I think that this is just a great tribute," said Scott's
father, Lee, who will be joined by both Evans and Indianapolis Motor
Speedway president Tony George in selecting the recipient.  "I think
that the trophy itself would be a great honor to receive and that the
financial award is a great incentive for somebody to program their
life after my son."

In making the announcement, Evans emphasized that Scott Brayton's
popularity was well deserved.

"Scott made an impression on everyone he met, from sponsors to team
members to the average fan," Evans said.  "The industry benefitted
from his enthusiasm, and this award has been created to both honor his
life and to remind our current drivers that sitting behind the wheel
is but a small portion of their profession."

The first annual Scott Brayton Driver's Award will be presented at the
Driver's Meeting that will be held at the Speedway and open to the
public on the morning of Saturday, May 24.