BARRE, Vt. — The biggest event of the summer for the Maplewood/Irving Oil Late Models at Thunder Road Int’l Speedbowl has received a new title sponsor for the next three years. After a nine-year hiatus, the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery returns to present the 43rd Vermont Governor’s Cup 150 on Thursday, July 14.
One of the most iconic races in the state of Vermont, the Vermont Lottery Governor’s Cup annually serves as the opening event in the New England NASCAR weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.
“We’re excited to sponsor the Governor’s Cup and partnering with Thunder Road while playing a small part in supporting organizations that bring the community together,” said Vermont Lottery Marketing Manager Skip Whitman. “It’s been a while since the Lottery has been able to engage with community members and players and we couldn’t be more excited to share in a night of fun, racing and entertainment.”
Forty-two champions are in the book with such Northeast legends as Bugs Stevens, Dave Dion, Jean-Paul Cabana, Robbie Crouch and Bobby and Beaver Dragon having etched their names into the 61-year-old trophy.