TULARE, Calif. — One of the biggest weeks in California’s sprint car racing scene has arrived, meaning it’s time for Trophy Cup 29 at Stone Chevrolet Buick GMC Thunderbowl Raceway.
The Abreu Vineyards Trophy Cup presented by Rudeen Racing is not just known for featuring some of the best racing seen all year long, but it’s also well regarded for being held to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
With the Trophy Cup’s donation last year, it brought the total amount of contributions to a remarkable $2,675,000 since the event was created back in 1994.
This weekend marks the 18th occasion that the Trophy Cup will be held at Thunderbowl Raceway in Tulare.
All cars that start the Saturday A-main are guaranteed a record $6,000 in weekend earnings and the overall champion is guaranteed a stout $29,000 in weekend winnings. The three-day extravaganza on October 19, 20 and 21 features a $225,000 overall purse.
Past Trophy Cup champs set to compete this weekend include three-time winners Shane Golobic from Fremont and Tim Kaeding of San Jose; along with single-time victors Buddy Kofoid from Penngrove, Rico Abreu of Rutherford, Bud Kaeding from Campbell and Willie Croft of Colfax.
“It’s been great to see the fan and team support continue to be outstanding at the Trophy Cup year after year,” said Thunderbowl Raceway Promoter Steve Faria. “The extra functions on the fairgrounds continue to create a happening at the event and one that people mark down on their calendar every season.
“I know we are looking forward to it and hope everyone else is too. Dave Pusateri and his entire team do an excellent job with everything. I know we’re honored to host the Trophy Cup for the 18th straight year.”