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FOR THREE DAYS, IT’S ALL ABOUT SCREAMING ENGINES, HAIRPINS AND, OF COURSE, SPEED. FOR ANOTHER YEAR RUNNING, WE’RE THE TITLE SPONSOR OF THE ACURA GRAND PRIX OF LONG BEACH. AND FOR TWO YEARS RUNNING, WE’VE BEEN THE IMSA CHAMPIONS. BUT AMERICA’S FASTEST STREET CIRCUIT JUST GOT FASTER. THIS YEAR, WE REINTRODUCED THE WORLD TO TYPE S PERFORMANCE. THE S IS FOR SPEED. SEE YOU ON THE TRACK.

©2021 Acura. Acura and the stylized “A” logo are registered trademarks of Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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46TH

SEPTEMBER 24-26, 2021

Covid Protocols and Information 2Schedule of Events 4Advertisers 6Acura Welcome 8Mayor Garcia Welcome 10NTT INDYCAR SERIES Welcome 11GPALB Welcome 12IMSA Welcome 13Acura 14-15NTT INDYCAR SERIES 16-17NTT INDYCAR SERIES List 20-46Jimmy Johnson Feature 48IMSA SportsCar Grand Prix of Long Beach 50-51SPEED Energy Stadium Super Trucks 52-53Formula D Super Drift 54-55Historic Formula Atlantic 56Global Time Attack 58Lifestyle Expo 60-61Concert 64 SMG Saturday – Vince Neil Weekend Fun Stuff 66

Grand Marshal 68Pre–Race Ceremonies 70Liuna Union Story 72Port of Long Beach 74Thank You, Sponsors! 76-79Circuit Map 80Social Media 82In Memoriam 84-86Grand Prix Foundation 88Artist – Bill Patterson 90C300 92IMSA Entries 94Historic Formula Atlantic Entries 96SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks Entries 96Global Time Attack Entries 98Formula D Super Drift Challenge Entries 98GPALB Staff List 99

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COVID-19 PROTOCOLS AND INFORMATION for the 2021 Acura Grand Prix

All racegoers will be required to follow COVID-19 protocols set forth in an August 18 Health Order by the Long Beach Health Dept.

The Health Order requires that attendees at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach wear facial coverings in all outdoor and indoor locations, regardless of vaccination status. In addition, the Order states that “the City will require that staff and spectators at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, scheduled for September 24-26, 2021, as one of the largest special events in California, show proof of vaccination or a negative test to enter, and masking for all individuals will be required.”

As a result of this Order, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is strongly recommending that unvaccinated persons who will need a negative COVID test to enter get a free COVID test no earlier than 72 hours prior to Sept. 24 to avoid any delay of entering the facility. In addition, the City of Long Beach will provide FREE rapid COVID testing at all major entryways to the race circuit. Starting on Tuesday of race week (Sept. 21), there will be a mobile unit at the Long Beach Blvd. entrance that will be open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For the latest news on COVID protocols for the race, visit gplb.com/covid-19-info.

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Friday, September 24

7:30 a.m. ...................................................................................................................Spectator Gates Open9:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. ............................................................ Historic Formula Atlantic Challenge Practice9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. ......................................................................................................... IMSA Practice11:10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. ............................................................................Stadium SUPER Trucks Practice12:35 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. .....................................................Global Time Attack Practice1:20 p.m. – 2:35 p.m. ..................................................................................................... IMSA Practice #23:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. ............................................................................................... INDYCAR Practice #14:00 p.m. – 4:20 p.m. ........................................................Historic Formula Atlantic Challenge Qualifying4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. ............................................................. NTT INDYCAR SERIES

All-Driver Autograph Session (INDYCAR Paddock – open to all spectators)4:45 p.m. – 5:55 p.m. ....................................................................................................... IMSA Qualifying6:15 p.m. – 6:35 p.m. ................................................................................. Super Drift Challenge Practice6:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. .............................Formula D Super Drift Challenge Competition #1 Saturday, September 25

7:30 a.m. ..................................................................................................................Spectator Gates Open9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. ................................................................................................ INDYCAR Practice #210:05 a.m. – 10:35 a.m. ..............................................Stadium SUPER Trucks Race #110:40 a.m. .................................................................................................................IMSA Race Pit Set Up11:05 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. ..........................................Global Time Attack Competition #112:05 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. ........................................................... INDYCAR Qualifying & FIRESTONE FAST 61:30 p.m. .............................................................................................. IMSA Pre-Race Ceremonies Begin2:05 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. ........................IMSA SportsCar Grand Prix of Long Beach (100 min)4:30 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. .................................Historic Formula Atlantic Challenge Race #15:30 p.m. – 5:50 p.m. ................................................................................. Super Drift Challenge Practice5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. ..... Acura and ASM Global present Vince Neil (Terrace Fountain Stage) 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. ............................. Formula D Super Drift Challenge Competition #2

NTT INDYCAR Series – INDYCARIMSA WeatherTech Sports Car Grand Prix – IMSAHistoric Formula Atlantic – Formula AtlanticSuper Drift Challenge – Super DriftStadium Super Trucks – SSTGlobal Time Attack – GTA

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Sunday, September 26

7:30 a.m. ...................................................................................................................Spectator Gates Open9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. ...................................................................................................INDYCAR Warm Up10:10 a.m. – 10:25 a.m. ..........................................Global Time Attack Competition #210:45 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. ..............................Historic Formula Atlantic Challenge Race #211:10 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. ..............................................................................................Acura NSX Hot Laps11:25 a.m.– 11:40 a.m. .....................................................................................Mothers Exotic Car Parade11:54 a.m. ....................................................................................... INDYCAR Pre Race Ceremonies Begin12:38 p.m..................................................................................................... “Drivers, Start Your Engines!”12:39 p.m................................................................................................................... INDYCAR Pace Laps12:45 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ..........................................46th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach

(Season Finale of the 2021 NTT INDYCAR Series - 85 Laps)3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. .................................................Stadium SUPER Trucks Race #2

(Schedule Subject to Change without Notice)

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JON IKEDA, VICE PRESIDENT & ACURA BRAND OFFICER ACURA BRAND OFFICE

Dear Race Fan,

Welcome to the 46th running of the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, and the second year for Acura’s title sponsorship of this iconic event in the heart of our Southern California home.

The COVID-19 pandemic has made this past year a challenging one for everyone, and we truly appreciate your continued support for the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. Through continuing to race and entertaining our loyal fans we can play a small part in trying to get back to normal.

Featuring a wide variety of on- and off-track activities for the entire family, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach will be headlined by the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. In addition, the weekend will feature the Motegi Racing Super Drift Challenge; Stadium SUPER Trucks and the Historic Formula Atlantic Challenge.

With our U.S. headquarters nearby in Torrance, this is a true ‘home’ event for the Acura and Honda brands. The Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is one of North America’s premier motorsports events, and an institution in Southern California. Acura is extremely proud to be associated with it.

This weekend’s races will feature many of the most talented teams and drivers from around the world, including Acura’s championship-wining Daytona Prototype International teams – Wayne Taylor Racing and Meyer Shank Racing – in Saturday’s featured WeatherTech SportsCar Championship race.

On Sunday, more than a dozen Honda-powered Indy car drivers will vie to continue our winning streak on the streets of Long Beach, where Honda drivers have found Victory Circle 14 times in 20 appearances, including the last three Long Beach races in succession.

Native Californian Jimmy Vasser scored Honda’s first Long Beach victory in 1996. Other Honda-powered winners on this iconic street circuit include Alex Zanardi (1997-98), Michael Andretti (2002), Dario Franchitti (2009), Takuma Sato (2013), James Hinchcliffe (2017) and Alexander Rossi, who comes in as the race’s two-time defending champion, having won in both 2018 and ‘19.

We hope you enjoy the races – and the many other available activities – at America’s #1 street circuit event. Have a great weekend!

Jon IkedaAcura Vice President and Brand Officer

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WE’VE REINTRODUCED THE WORLD TO TYPE S PERFORMANCE. IN CASE YOU FORGOT, THE S IS FOR SPEED, AND THE TLX TYPE S HAS BEEN SCULPTED FOR JUST THAT. SUPER HANDLING ALL-WHEEL DRIVE™ AND A 3.0L TURBO V-6 THAT PUMPS OUT A POTENT 355 HP THROUGH THE EXCLUSIVE QUAD EXHAUST OUTLETS PUTS IT IN A NEW LEAGUE OF POWER AND PERFORMANCE. A SPORT-TUNED ADAPTIVE DAMPER SYSTEM AND HIGH-PERFORMANCE CHASSIS BRACING MEAN ALL THAT POWER CAN BE DRIVEN WITH RADICAL PRECISION. SEE YOU ON THE TRACK.

©2021 Acura. Acura, TLX, Precision Crafted Performance, Super Handling All-Wheel Drive, and the stylized “A” logo are trademarks of Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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MARK MILESPRESIDENT AND CEO, PENSKE ENTERTAINMENT

Dear INDYCAR fans:

Welcome to this weekend’s Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, North America’s longest-running street race and the event where we’ll crown the 2021 NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion. INDYCAR is committed to delivering a comprehensive fan experience through outstanding entertainment and competition as our athletes defy all obstacles presented by Long Beach’s famed 1.968-mile course.

Whether this is your first NTT INDYCAR SERIES race or you have been attending the Grand Prix for years, we are excited for you to witness the spectacle of the sport. Long Beach Grand Prix’s festival atmosphere is unlike any other, so we urge you to take in as much as possible and enjoy it all.

The NTT INDYCAR SERIES has the most diverse lineup of tracks in motorsports, with superspeedways, short ovals, permanent road courses and temporary street circuits. The collection makes for a true proving ground as elite athletes compete for the most challenging championship in motorsports.

The car used this weekend is one of a kind, featuring a sleek look with the most advanced safety components available. Honda and Chevrolet provide the 2.2-liter, twin-turbocharged V-6 engines, and no tire manufacturer can match Firestone for reliability and competitiveness. You likely will notice INDYCAR’s revolutionary driver-protection Aeroscreen that debuted on all cars in 2020.

The look of these cars is reminiscent of INDYCAR SERIES favorites of the 1980s and ‘90s, and driver skill is paramount as the low-downforce machines slip and slide on this challenging road course. Trust me when I say you will be able to see how hard the drivers must work to achieve maximum speed.

You should find that INDYCAR offers some of the most daring and defiant athletes in sport, including six-time and reigning series champion Scott Dixon, four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves and California native Alexander Rossi, who has won the last two INDYCAR SERIES races on the streets of Long Beach.

While at the event, we invite you to download the INDYCAR Mobile app powered by NTT DATA on your smartphone to get behind-the-scenes driver features, live timing and scoring, in-car cameras and more information to help you follow the action. Also, follow the NTT INDYCAR SERIES online at INDYCAR.com, on Facebook and on Twitter (@INDYCAR).

Thank you for your continued support. INDYCAR appreciates your attendance this weekend. We are glad you can experience the speed, action and excitement that defines the series.

Enjoy the weekend!Mark MilesPresident and CEO, Penske EntertainmentParent company of INDYCAR and Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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W E L C O M E

JIM MICHAELIANPRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

The excitement is back!

Welcome to the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach! We have all waited a long time to be able to present this 46th edition to you. To make the weekend safe for all concerned, please take a moment to read the page in this program outlining the necessary COVID-19 restrictions as mandated by the CDC and the Long Beach Health Department. As always, you’re going to enjoy three full days of high-speed racing excitement featuring the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, wild Stadium SUPER Trucks, Drifting, a visit to the past with the Historic Formula Atlantic Challenge and the new Global Time Attack Pro Championship Series. There’s even more fun OFF the track was well! The Lifestyle Expo hosts a wide variety of exhibits featuring the latest for home, automotive, recreation, travel and more, along with car displays, driver autograph sessions and the Truck, Drifting and Formula Atlantic paddocks. The Family Fun Zone has great entertainment for kids, including KidRacer cars, video games and much more. If you’re hungry, expanded food locations throughout the track will provide a variety of food options including “hang-out” areas for your dining comfort. Also returning is the popular Food Truck Experience behind Grandstand 31. Your race ticket also gets you free entrance on Sunday to admire more than 150 classic cars in the Mothers Exotic Car Paddock. For all the event information as well as any changes to the weekend schedule be sure and visit our website at gplb.com America’s #1 Street Race would not be possible without your continued support, for which we are most grateful. And, special thanks to our sponsor family, particularly Acura, and to all the volunteers and the extended Grand Prix staff for their assistance in making this event such a success. Please feel free to contact us with any suggestions you feel might improve the event via our official website (gplb.com), Facebook (GrandPrixLB) or Twitter (@GPLongBeach). Thank you for joining us! Enjoy the weekend!

Sincerely,

Jim Michaelian,President and Chief Executive Officer

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W E L C O M E

Greetings IMSA Race Fans,

On behalf of the France family and our colleagues at IMSA, it is our honor to welcome you back to the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

The streets of Long Beach are hallowed ground, with so much racing history. We sorely missed our visit last year, but we will do our best to make up for it with a tremendous, 100-minute battle as the Saturday headliner.

Saturday’s IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship race features three outstanding classes of competition. For you, that means an action-packed afternoon with the world’s best sports car racers fighting it out all over this 1.968-mile street circuit.

Southern California is North America’s epicenter of car culture. It’s an extremely important market for every one of the 11 manufacturers that will be competing in Saturday’s race, which will ratchet up the excitement that much further.

All of us at IMSA and our teams and drivers cannot find the words to adequately express just how pleased we are to have you here with us at the racetrack. We invite you to join us in our paddock just over the bridge between Turns 9 and 10, where you can get an up close and personal look at these beautiful, state-of-the-art race cars and say ‘hello’ to many of our drivers and teams also.

Be sure to get your hands on one of our IMSA Fan Guides, download the IMSA App, tune into IMSA Radio or visit IMSA.com to stay up to date with what’s happening on the racetrack this week and throughout the 2021 season. And whenever you can’t be with us at the track, make sure you tune into NBC Sports’ fantastic television coverage of IMSA.

Once again, thank you so much for joining us here at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach and for your continued support of IMSA.

ED BENNETTCEO, IMSA

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GRAND PRIX IS THEIRAcura Motorsports and Honda Racing

Getting a chance to sponsor the greatest street race in North America is a rare occurrence. And after the 2018 race, when

the title sponsorship was available for the famed event on the streets of Long Beach, Acura jumped at the opportunity.

“It is a once in a lifetime type of opportunity that came up,” said Acura Brand Officer and General Manager Jon Ikeda. “I appreciate that our company realized that with the Acura brand, and this big push with the performance aspect of the company, to let us be the title sponsor.

“It’s huge, not only for us from an Acura perspective, but also for our dealers, and it couldn’t have been timed any better. Torrance is our headquarters – and it’s right down the street from Long Beach. It’s our home race from a company perspective.

“We are very fortunate and humbled to be part of the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach weekend.”

From parent company American Honda’s standpoint, it’s a chance to showcase its Acura and Honda brands on the legendary street course.

“It’s extremely important for us,” Ikeda said. “We’ve been on the road for more than four years now, focusing our brand back to its roots, which is ‘Precision Crafted Performance’. Once we talk about performance at our company, racing is a big part of our DNA.

“When it comes to racing, you can’t just say you are a performance brand, put a bunch of badges on it and call it a day. We, as a company, like to prove ourselves and showcase what we can do on the race track.”

David Salters is president of Honda Performance Development (HPD), the center of North American motorsports operations for both Honda and Acura. HPD builds the engines and provides engineering support to both the Acura IMSA and Honda INDYCAR programs.

“When we announced the Acura NSX production car, we also announced we had every intention to take it racing. The racing version of the car was developed side-by-side with the street version.”

“It’s a pretty special opportunity to be here at Long Beach and really special because we get to do our two ‘pinnacle’ programs. That’s the Acura ARX-05 and NSX GT3 Evo in Saturday’s IMSA race, followed by INDYCAR for Honda on Sunday, all on one glorious weekend on the best street circuit in North America.”

Two IMSA championship-winning teams – Wayne Taylor Racing and Meyer Shank Racing – are the DPi race team partners for Acura and features some of the biggest names in endurance sports car racing, including IMSA champions Ricky Taylor and Dane Cameron.

The headline race on Sunday is the NTT INDYCAR SERIES event, and Honda has a long history of success. In fact, Honda driver Alexander Rossi of Andretti Autosport has taken the victory at Long Beach in the two most recent events (2018-19).

“You don’t have to be a motorsports enthusiast to come down and find something enjoyable,” Ikeda said. “When I talk to our team at Acura, we want to have fun with this brand. That is where we came from. We wanted to make it fun to drive high-performance vehicles and that is what we are pursuing

“When you think about fun and the weekend, there is a direct connection with what we are trying to do as a brand with what the race offers. I hope people enjoy themselves. There is something for everyone; for the kids, for music people, there are a lot of things going on all weekend beyond what car enthusiasts enjoy.

“We hope they enjoy the Acura party because it’s a big party for us, too.”

“HOME RACE”

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GRAND PRIX IS THEIRAcura Motorsports and Honda Racing By Bruce Martin

SPEEDSPORT

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The streets of Long Beach will determine the 2021 NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion.

After last weekend’s Firestone Grand Prix at Monterey, Alex Palou, who finished second to race winner Colton Herta, is the favorite, holding a 35-point lead over Pato O’Ward, fifth at Monterey, and a 48-point lead over Josef Newgarden, who finished seventh.

Scott Dixon and Marcus Ericsson were eliminated from title consideration, Dixon falling back after a collision with Takuma Sato on Lap 40.

At Monterey, it was, basically, all Colton Herta in the #26 Gainbridge Honda. Starting from the pole, he led a total of 91 laps to the checkered flag for his second win in 2021. It was also his second straight win at Monterey and the fifth of his career.

Coincidently, his father, Bryan Herta, who serves as Colton’s race strategist for Andretti Autosport w/Curb-Agajanian, also won twice at Monterey, in 1998-99.

Colton finished 1.97 seconds ahead of Palou, driving the #10 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda. Third place honors fell to Romain Grosjean, the rookie driver who put on a stirring late-race performance after starting 13th in the #51 NURTEC ODT Honda. He led four laps, but in the closing moments he raced past lapped traffic and made a fast-closing run at Herta and Palou.

Graham Rahal finished fourth with O’Ward wrapping up the top five. Marcus Ericsson, Newgarden, Simon Pagenaud, Oliver

Askew and Ed Jones rounded out the top-10 finishers.

One driver in particular is looking forward to a return to Long Beach: Alexander Rossi. Wheeling the #27 Andretti Autosport Honda, Rossi will be seeking his third straight win here after finishing 25th at Monterey.

This weekend’s 46th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach will mark the 16th straight year in which the IndyCar Series season champion will be crowned in the final race of the season and receive the prestigious Astor Challenge Cup.

And, mark your calendar for the 47th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, third race of the 2022 NTT INDYCAR SERIES, on April 10!

46TH ACURA GRAND PRIX OF LONG BEACH

Three drivers set to contend for INDYCAR 2021 title

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Álex Palou, NTT INDYCAR® SERIESNTT DATA Chip Ganassi Racing

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Álex Palou, NTT INDYCAR® SERIESNTT DATA Chip Ganassi Racing

The two-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion claimed titles in 2017 - his first season with Team Penske -and again in 2019. A 20-time INDYCAR race winner, Newgarden had a career-best four wins in 2020. His dominating win at Iowa in 2016 set an INDYCAR record for most laps led by a race winner. A graduate of the Road to Indy, he won the 2011 Indy Lights championship with five race victories and was the recipient of INDYCAR’s Tony Renna Rising Star Award in 2012.

The New Zealand rookie started out racing karts, then graduated to the Supercars Championship Series, which he won for three straight years (2018-2020), including a series-record 18 race wins in 2019. He made his IndyCar debut with Team Penske last year at Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg and this year finished 20th at the Indianapolis 500.

JOSEF NEWGARDEN

SCOTT MCLAUGHLIN

TEAM PENSKE

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Kellett began racing in snowmobiles at the age of three. He went on to compete in the Ontario F/Ford series, followed up by the Pro Mazda Series, then Indy Lights driving for Andretti Autosport. In 2020, he ran nine NTT INDYCAR SERIES races for A.J. Foyt Enterprises and this year is a full season, with a best-finish 12th at Gateway. He also finished 23rd at the Indy 500.

Scored his first NTT INDYCAR SERIES victory in 2021 at Texas Motor Speedway and in 2020 was Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year. He was also 2018 Indy Lights champion before joining Arrow McLaren SP in 2020. He won 16 Road to NTT INDYCAR SERIES races from 2016-2018, was the 2017 IMSA WeatherTech Sports Car champion in the Prototype Challenge class and has been a class winner at the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona and 12 Hours of Sebring. A native of Mexico, O’Ward lists karting, fitness training - especially boxing and weight training - as his hobbies.

DALTON KELLETT

PATO O’WARD

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The Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner (2001, 2002, 2009, 2021) is tied with Paul Tracy and Dario Franchitti for 10th all-time in INDYCAR SERIES wins with 31. He is also fourth all-time in INDYCAR SERIES pole positions with 50. Known as “Spider-Man” for his celebratory fence climbs after winning races, Helio was the “Dancing With the Stars” Season 5 champion in 2007, and the “Mirror Ball” trophy is displayed in his home alongside his racing trophies.

Winner of 2015 FIA Formula 3 European championship and a three-time Formula Renault title winner, Rosenqvist is a two-time Masters of F3 and Macau Grand Prix winner. He scored three wins in Formula E and finished third overall in the 2016-17 standings. Rosenqvist lists skiing, skateboarding, hiking and video games as his hobbies, and enjoys music ranging from Slipknot to Coldplay.

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Competing in his second NTT INDYCAR SERIES season with Chip Ganassi Racing. Ericsson previously competed in Formula 1, racing with Sauber for the last four seasons. He won the British Formula BMW and Japanese F3 championships, and also competed in British F3 and GP2 (now called Formula 2). Enjoys watching professional hockey and cheering on the Swedish national team. He played goalie as a youth player before deciding on a racing career.

A six-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion (2003, 2008, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2020) and 2008 Indianapolis 500 winner, Dixon has the most wins of any active NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver (51), which ranks third all-time. Now in his 20th season driving for Chip Ganassi Racing, the longest tenure for any driver in team history. He was born in Australia but is a citizen of New Zealand. Known for love of his family. Dixon’s wife, Emma, is a former Welsh and British 800-meter track champion and they have two daughters, Poppy and Tilly, and a son, Kit. Dixon was appointed Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2012 and was New Zealand’s Sportsman of the Year in 2008 and 2013.

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Competing in his second NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, his first with Chip Ganassi Racing, Palou has been at or near the top of the championship standings throughout 2021. He scored his first Series victory this year in the season-opening event at Barber Motorsports Park. He made his debut in open-wheel racing competing in the Euroformula Open Championship in 2014 and ran the Formula 3 Series in 2015. In 2017 he competed at the All-Japan Formula 3 championship and won the Super Formula Championship race in 2019. Knows three languages including: Spanish, English and Italian. His hobbies include outdoor activities and music.

First winning NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver with Type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed in 2007, Kimball drives with a continuous glucose monitor that wirelessly transmits data to his steering wheel dash; if his glucose level falls during the race, he can drink sugar water. He drove to his first Series victory at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in 2013 and scored his first pole at Texas Motor Speedway in 2017. In 2013, he teamed with Juan Pablo Montoya, Scott Pruett and Memo Rojas to win Rolex 24 At Daytona for Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates. He was born in Chertsey, England, while his father was working in F1.

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2018 Indianapolis 500 winner and 2014 NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion, he has been a championship runner-up four times – 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2016. A 40-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES race winner, which is fifth on the all-time list, Power has won at least one NTT INDYCAR SERIES race in each of the past 15 seasons (2007-2021). To date, he has 63 career Indy car poles, which ranks only behind Mario Andretti on the all-time list. He is named after his great-grandfather William Steven Power, who raced motorcycles. Will’s father, Bob, was also a racer. Power loves to play drums in his spare time and also has a rigid workout regimen including exercising six times a week – swimming, cycling, weightlifting and rowing.

Only INDYCAR SERIES driver to win four consecutive championships (2004-2007 in Champ Car), Bourdais ranks sixth on INDYCAR SERIES career victory list with 37 wins, seventh in career poles with 34 and has won a race from the pole 18 times, third on the all-time list. He helped Ford Chip Ganassi Racing win the GTE Class at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2016 and the GT Le Mans class at the 24 Hours of Daytona in 2017. Has overall (2014) and class (2017) wins at Rolex 24 At Daytona, won the overall 12 Hours of Sebring and Petit Le Mans and drove two seasons in Formula One (2008-2009) with Toro Rosso.

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Six-time NTT INDYCAR SERIER race winner who has won five times since 2015, he was the second-youngest driver to compete in an Indy car race when he made his debut in 2007 at age 18. Graham’s team is co-owned by his father, 1986 Indy 500 winner Bobby Rahal, late-night talk show icon David Letterman and businessman Mike Lanigan. He is married to recently retired drag racing star Courtney Force, daughter of legendary racer John Force. They have formed the Graham and Courtney Rahal Foundation, which is dedicated to helping children with medical conditions. Rahal is an avid golfer and has played and won with Rickie Fowler in Pro-Am tournaments. He’s also a big fan of Ohio State University football and the Columbus Blue Jackets of the NHL.

Returns to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES full time with Dale Coyne Racing with Vasser Sullivan. The 2017 IndyCar Series Rookie of the Year, Jones was also the 2016 Indy Lights champion for Carlin after winning five times in two seasons. He enjoys karting, boxing, mixed martial arts, music, cycling and soccer.

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Joined Ed Carpenter Racing for the Road and Street courses in 2021. In 2019, he finished 10th in the Indy 500 for Andretti Autosport. Daly has wins in both Star Mazda (now Indy Pro 2000) and Indy Lights competition and won the 2010 Indy Pro 2000 title and has tested an F1 car for Force India. He was the inaugural MRF Challenge Series champion in India. A second-generation race driver, Conor is the son of Derek Daly, who reached the pinnacle of the sport, competing in Formula 1 and Indy cars for well over a decade.

Competing in his second full season in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES with Ed Carpenter Racing., Veekay is a graduate of Road to Indy in 2019. He scored his first NTT INDYCAR SERIES victory in 2021 on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course and became the youngest driver in Indianapolis 500 history to start from the front row, starting 3rd in 2021. He enjoys Thai boxing, beach tennis and running and lists Max Verstappen and Arie Luyendyk as his racing heroes.

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The 2016 NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion and Long Beach winner returns to Team Penske for 2021. The 15-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES race winner, including the 103rd Running of the Indianapolis 500 in 2019, Pagenaud was INDYCAR Rookie of the Year in 2012, and in other racing, won the 2010 ALMS LMP championship. His favorite form of racing is rallying and he has won rallies in his home country of France and participated in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in a minivan. He is a “Foodie” and red wine enthusiast who maintains a wine cellar in France. Cycling, running, karting, tennis and skiing are some of his hobbies.

Colton was the first NTT INDYCAR SERIES drive born in the 2000’s and became the youngest race winner in INDYCAR SERIES history when he won at Circuit of The Americas in 2019 at 18 years, 359 days old and became the youngest pole winner in INDYCAR SERIES history at 19 years, 83 days when he scored his first pole at Road America in 2019. He is the son of former INDYCAR SERIES driver Bryan Herta, who won four races in his driver career and two Indianapolis 500s as a team owner. Bryan Herta currently is a co-owner of Andretti Herta Autosport with Marco Andretti and Curb-Agajanian entry. Colton completed for Andretti Harding Steinbrenner Racing in Indy Lights in 2017-18, winning six races. He is also an active athlete, also enjoys cycling, running and golf.

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Seven-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES race winner Rossi is aiming for his third straight victory on the streets of Long Beach. He won the 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 in 2016, the first rookie to win the 500 since 2001 and the first American rookie to win at Indianapolis since 1928. Rossi moved to Europe at age 17 to chase Formula 1 dream, made five starts for Manor Marussia team in 2015 and became the third American driver to race in Formula 1 since 1990. Has won races in GP2 Series (now known as F2) and World Series by Renault. A music lover, he enjoys everything from alternative rock to country music, and also enjoys downhill skiing and mountain biking.

The most successful active American driver in open-wheel competition, he was 2012 NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion and 2014 Indianapolis 500 winner. He is the only American driver to record wins in INDYCAR, CART, Champ Car, WeatherTech SportsCar Championship American Le Mans Series and Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series. He also won the ESPY Best Driver Award two consecutive years: 2013, 2014.Co-founded Racing for Cancer charity in honor of his mother, who died of colon cancer in 2009.

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The self-proclaimed and popular mayor of fictional Internet city “Hinchtown,” Hinchcliffe won at Long Beach in 2017, then finished 9th here in 2019. He started racing karts as a youngster and worked his way up through the Champ Car Atlantic and Indy Lights series before joining INDYCAR in 2011, where he won Top Rookie honors. He appeared on the popular “Dancing With the Stars” TV show, finishing second in 2016.

A two-time winner of the Indianapolis 500, the ex-Formula 1 racer became the first Japanese driver to win an Indy car race (Long Beach, 2013) and the Indy 500. He won six times in his NTT INDYCAR SERIES career. His breathtaking pass of Fernando Alonso at Montreal in 2007 earned him the “Overtake of the Year” award from F1 Racing magazine. Sato was a national high school cycling champion and still uses cycling as his primary training regimen. He fell in love with motorsports at 10 when he attended the Formula One race in Suzuka.

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Askew is a graduate of the Road to Indy ladder system with championships in Indy Lights (2019) and Cooper Tires USF2000 (2017). He made his INDYCAR debut with Arrow McLaren SP in 2020, including a best finish 3rd at Iowa Speedway in Race 1 of the doubleheader. In 2021, Askew has competed in two INDYCAR races (Detroit Race 2 and Road America), and also made his sports car racing debut at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, winning the LMP3 class with Riley Motorsports.

Johnson says driving an IndyCar is “a childhood dream” as he comes to the series ranked as one of NASCAR’s greatest drivers, tied with Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt for the most NASCAR Cup Championships (7). He has also driven in the IMSA Series and Rolex Sports Cars. Behind the wheel for Chip Ganassi Racing in 2021, Johnson finished 19th in his first IndyCar start, the season opener at Alabama.

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Grosjean won the 2007 F/3 Euro Series and 2008 GP2 Asia Series before joining the Formula One ranks with Renault. He scored 10 podium finishes in 9 seasons, and his best year was 2013, when he was 7th in points driving for Team Lotus. He has one pole position this year with Dale Coyne Racing heading to Monterey, and is 15th in points.

Now in his 5th IndyCar season, Chilton was 19th in points in his rookie year after winning races overseas in GP2 and the British F3 Championship. He also made 35 F1 starts for the Marussia Team in 2013-14 before joining Indy Lights, where he finished 5th in the 2015 standings. In his spare time, Chilton enjoys fitness training and golf.

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Harvey was a karting sensation from the age of 9, working his way up to winning 10 British and European racing titles, including the British F3 International Series. He spent two years in Indy Lights, winning six races and seven poles before joining the IndyCar ranks. In his last two races at Long Beach, he has finished 12th and 22nd.

Ilott has served as a test driver for Ferrari and reserve driver for Alfa Romeo F1 in the 2021 season. The 22-year-old also ran in the24 Hours of LeMans, finishing 3rd in the LM GTE AM class. In 2018, he was 3rd in the GP3 Series, while last year he finished 2nd in the Formula 2 Championship behind Mick Schumacher.

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J Jimmie Johnson’s inspiration to become a race driver began at the Grand Prix of Long Beach more than 30 years ago.

At that time, he was a youngster from El Cajon, California who looked forward to beautiful spring days. That meant a trip with his dad to his favorite sporting event, the annual Grand Prix of Long Beach, where the top drivers in CART would race on the streets of this beautiful seaside community.

Beginning with his first visit in 1990, Johnson got to watch racing heroes like Mario and Michael Andretti, AJ Foyt, Rick Mears, and “The King of the Beach” – Al Unser, Jr.

“I still remember going in April as a young kid, the excitement and energy of a new season,” Johnson recalled. “I’d hang on the fence and watch and dream of being on the inside.”

Since that time, he has enjoyed a legendary career, including 83 race victories in NASCAR. He is one of only three drivers in history to win seven NASCAR championships, joining legends Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt.

This season, the 45-year-old Johnson is no longer a kid, but he IS a rookie in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES driving the No. 48 Carvana/American Legion Honda for Chip Ganassi Racing on the 2021 street and road courses. On September 26, he’ll achieve a childhood dream when he competes in the 46th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

“To have a chance to race there closes this loop from childhood dream to reality,” Johnson admitted. “To be close to the area I grew up, I’m sure I’ll have tons of friends to support me. It’s going to be a very fun weekend, and Sunday night we’ll have plenty to celebrate.

Johnson will be the latest legend to add his name to those who have raced and won at the Grand Prix of Long

Beach, such as Formula One greats like Clay Regazzoni, Mario Andretti, Carlos Reutemann, Gilles Villeneuve, Nelson Piquet, Alan Jones, Niki Lauda and John Watson.

In 1984, it featured the cars and stars of the CART Series. Mario Andretti won three of the first four CART races at Long Beach in 1984, 1985 and 1987 and his son, Michael, won in 1986.

Al Unser, Jr. won the first of his record six Grands Prix of Long Beach in 1988. Paul Tracy is a four-time winner and Sebastien Bourdais won three years in a row, from 2005 to 2007.

Will Power won the final Champ Car race held at Long Beach in 2008 in a race that also paid points in the IndyCar Series. Since then, recent greats such as Dario Franchitti, Ryan Hunter-Reay, Scott Dixon, and Alexander Rossi are among the drivers that have driven to victory during that time, with Rossi coming to this year’s race as a two-time defending winner.

Now, it’s Johnson’s turn to hit the streets of Long Beach and compete in the race that began as a youngster’s dream over 30 years ago.

Admittedly, he’s found it challenging to adapt from an outstanding career in NASCAR to the much different type of racing in IndyCars, but when asked why he is doing this, he smiles.

“It’s a popular question, but I always wanted to experience an open-wheel car and specifically an Indy car,” Johnson said. “When I was young and growing up on the West Coast, that was the arc that racers took, and IndyCar was the sport to be in at the time.

“I’m very fortunate to be in the position where, at 45, I’m still able to chase a childhood dream.”

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Three classes of the most advanced, exotic cars on the planet are set to meet Saturday in the 100-minute IMSA WeatherTech

SportsCar Championship shootout!The three classes – Daytona Prototype

International (DPi), GT LeMans (GTLM) and GT Daytona (GTD) – will take the green flag at 2:05 p.m., with two drivers taking turns behind the wheel of each car.

The DPi Class includes the fastest and most technologically advanced sports cars in North America, specifically designed and engineered for racing. DPi cars use chassis built to international specifications and powered by engines from mainstream automotive manufacturers like Acura, Cadillac and Mazda.

Coming to Long Beach after the previous series race at Laguna Seca, Ricky Taylor/Filipe Albuquerque, driving an Acura ARX-05, hold a 100-point lead in the DPi standings, ahead of Pipo Derani/Felipe Nasr in their Cadillac DPi-V.R.

The GTLM Class, based on production models, are the most elite and fastest GT cars on the track, engineered to extract the maximum performance possible, and feature manufacturers like Corvette and Porsche.

The Corvette of Jordan Taylor/Antonio Garcia are 187 points ahead of Tommy Milner/Nick Tandy, also driving a Corvette, heading into Saturday’s race.

GTD cars are enhanced technologically, utilize the global FIA-GT3 specifications, and include cars from leading manufacturers like Acura, Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Lexus, Mercedes-AMG and Porsche.

When the green flag waves Saturday, the BMW M6 GT3 of Bill Auberlen/Dillon Machavern will be protecting a slim 27-point lead over Laurens Vanthoor/Zacharie Robichon in their Porsche 911 GT3R.

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F an-favorite Stadium SUPER Trucks – complete with their wild ramp jumping, bumping and two-wheel cornering - return for two action-packed races at the 46th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

The series, founded by long-time race driver Robby Gordon, features identically-prepared, high-horsepower trucks taking the green flag at 10:05 a.m. Saturday and 3:30 p.m. Sunday, wrapping up Grand Prix weekend.

After eight races, Matt Brabham holds the points lead with 237, including two race wins and 8 top-3 finishes, ahead of Robby Gordon (205 pts., 2 wins, 5 top-3s), Robert Stout (179 pts., 1 win, 2 top-3s) and Max Gordon (135 pts., 0 wins, 0 top-3s).

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Sheldon Creed, 5th in points, will not run at Long Beach. Creed is the defending NASCAR Camping World Truck Series champion with 7 career wins in the series, and will be racing at Las Vegas.

A driver to watch? How about Max Gordon, the 13-year-old son of Robby Gordon and a fast-rising star. Racing since he was 8 years old, when he was 9 he was the youngest driver ever to participate in – and finish! – the rugged Baja 1000. And last year, he made his Stadium SUPER Trucks debut, finishing 5th and 9th in two races at Road America.

In 2019, Brabham and Robby Gordon each won a race on the Long Beach city streets, with Brabham going on to win the season championship, his second, tying him with Gordon and Creed at two series championships each.

Creed paces the series with 39 career wins, while Gordon has 27 and Brabham 23.

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Don’t plan on leaving early Friday or Saturday nights!If you do, you’ll miss all the whirling, swirling action of the

Formula D Super Drift Challenge, an invitation-only two-race battle for $15,000 in prize money featuring eight top American and international Drifting series drivers.

They’ll go at it head-to-head at 6:45 p.m. Friday and again at 6 p.m. Saturday in Turns 9-10-11 of the Grand Prix course. There’s open seating for all in Grandstands 16, 18, 24, 25 and 26, on a 1st come/1st served basis.

And Forrest Wang has to rank as the early favorite. In 2019, Wang – fresh off finishing 2nd a week earlier in the official Formula DRIFT competition - won both Challenge races, beating Italy’s Federico Sceriffo on Friday and Ireland’s Dean Kearney on Saturday.

This weekend, Wang faces a field that includes veteran Drifters like Justin Pawlak and Michael Essa.

The Challenge, an invitational event, again comes on the heels of the official event, the Autozone Streets of Long Beach Presented by TYPE S, held Sept. 17-18.

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HISTORIC FORMULAATLANTIC CHALLENGEAcura Grand Prix of Long Beach race fans will get a double dose of nostalgia this weekend with the

two-race Historic Formula Atlantic Challenge, featuring great open-wheel race cars from the 1970s and 1980s. The 20-minute races will be run at 4:30 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday, with practice and

qualifying on Friday. A total of 35 cars are expected to compete. The F/Atlantic Series ran at Long Beach from 1978-1982 and 1989-2008 as one of the premier “feeder”

series to top-level open-wheel racing. Drivers such as Bobby Rahal, Michael Andretti, Willy T. Ribbs, Danny Sullivan, Al Unser Jr., Jimmy Vasser and Jacques Villeneuve all raced the cars at Long Beach as they worked their way up through the motorsports ranks.

Two former F/Atlantic drivers, Keke Roseberg and Villeneuve, became Formula One world champions, while 1979 Long Beach Grand Prix winner Gilles Villeneuve was also a F/Atlantic graduate and several other drivers became INDYCAR Series champions over the years.The Historic Formula Atlantic Challenge is sanctioned by the Historic Motor Sports Association (HMSA).“Hosting the historic Formula Atlantic cars at Long Beach is a natural,” said Cris Vandagriff, president of the HMSA. “Many INDYCAR and international racing stars got their start in Formula Atlantic, and the cars this weekend will be authentic in every detail from when they ran here on the city streets from the late 1970s through 2008.”

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The 2021 Global Time Attack Pro Championship series will make its Long Beach debut at the 46th. Acura Grand Prix.

Global Time Attack (GTA) features 20 cars in three different divisions trying to set the fastest flying lap on the 11-turn, 1.97-mile Long Beach race circuit. The doubleheader event will include practice and qualifying on Friday and one timed round at 11:05 a.m. Saturday and 10:25 a.m. Sunday.

Global Time Attack, which staged its first event in 2011, was founded with the goal of assembling the world’s fastest dedicated time attack cars together on a particular circuit. At Long Beach, it will feature the Unlimited, Limited and Street classes with a wide range of cars competing in each class, including Chevrolet, Porsche, Honda, BMW, Lotus, Mazda, Dodge and many more.

The cars will be sent out 5-10 seconds apart so each can complete a number of flying laps of the circuit – laps with no race traffic – to see which car/team can set the fastest time. Only a team’s fastest lap will count. The cars are required to be mass-produced street cars that can be modified to GTA specifications, with GTA sanctioned by the SCCA Pro Series.

Coming to Long Beach after five races the points leaders are: UNLIMITED, Cable Rosenberg, 61 pts.; LIMITED, Ray Guerrero/Zachary Suber, 74 pts.; STREET, Jackie Ding, 43 pts. The seven-race 2021 GTA schedule wraps up Nov. 12-14 at Buttonwillow (CA) Raceway Park.

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The Lifestyle Expo in the Convention Center features more than 150 displays involving cars, home, health, recreation and travel, as well as Green Technology

exhibits focusing on cutting edge, energy-saving products for homes and cars. The Expo also hosts the popular NTT INDYCAR SERIES Fan Experience.

The Expo’s Family Fun Zone is complete with KidRacer electric-powered cars for kids ages 4-6 to test their racing skills, along with extensive displays, video arcade, action sports demonstrations and much more.

For some unique fun, try whirling and twirling in giant, padded Bubble Rollers on a special oval track inside the arena or outside, on the lagoon near Turn 6 and the Hyatt Hotel.

And, if you enjoy watching team mechanics work on their race cars, the Historic Formula Atlantic, Super Drift Challenge, Global Time Attack and SUPER Trucks series paddocks are located in and just outside the Expo areas.

The Expo also hosts autograph sessions with drivers in various racing series, with times/locations to be announced.

What’s more, it’s the perfect place to pick up great souvenirs from the 46th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach!

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Rock idol Vince Neil takes center stageSATURDAY NIGHT CONCERT!

Saturday night’s concert stars Vince Neil, legendary front man of Mötley Crüe. The concert, presented by Acura and ASM Global and free with your Saturday race ticket, will take place on the Performing Arts Center plaza next to the Convention Center at approximately 5:30 p.m.

Neil’s unmistakable voice leads some of the greatest rock songs of a generation including “Wild Side”, “Shout at the Devil,” “Home Sweet Home,” “Girls, Girls, Girls,” “Dr. Feelgood,” “Kickstart My Heart,” “Same Ol’ Situation,” and many others.

“I am very excited to be returning to perform here. I had an awesome experience last time in 2015 and honored to be back. As known to many, I have been involved in the racing world my whole life, so when you mix racing with rock-and-roll in one event, I’m in heaven!”

As part of his racing career, in 1992, Neil competed in five Indy Lights Series races, finishing 17th here at Long Beach after a second-lap accident, then returned in 1995 to drive in the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race!

Raised in Southern California, Neil performed with local bands as a teenager before reuniting with high school buddy Tommy Lee in 1981 with the formation of Mötley Crüe.

Mötley Crüe’s epic 34-year run included countless multi-platinum releases, more than 22 hit singles, 100 million albums sold and dozens of sold-out global tours. The band completed “The Final Tour” on New Year’s Eve 2015. However, Neil continues to carry on with “The Legacy Continues Tour,” performing all the classic Mötley Crüe hits.

Neil is also an accomplished businessman, owning several restaurants and his own brand of both tequila and vodka. A heartfelt philanthropist, he has raised millions of dollars for the non-profit Skylar Neil Memorial Foundation, a tribute to the unfortunate loss of his daughter to cancer in 1995.

Space at the outdoor stage is limited, available on a first-come/first-served basisand subject to Fire Marshal capacity regulations.

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If you’d like a cold one, you can find Modelo beer at many locations within the Grand Prix track including two sports bars, one in Marina Park behind Grandstand 31 and the second on the Promenade near the entrance to the Convention Center. Ballast Point has a craft beer specialty bar on the Promenade, as well as trackside near the King Taco Bridge.

McManis Wines are available a various locations. And, refreshers like Pepsi, Nos energy drinks and Aquafina water are available circuit-wide.

Don’t forget to visit the Sunday-only Mothers Exotic Car Paddock, featuring more than 100 exotic sports cars including Ferrari, Porsche, Lotus and many more. The Paddock ls located over the Gainbridge bridge between turns 9 and 10 and is open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Aside from six great races and three days of non-stop fun in the Lifestyle Expo, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach also offers

an unparalleled selection of great food and drink for all ages!

At all circuit entry points, a “WayFinders Map” will show you the many and varied food and beverage locations available, such as new-for-2021 Tierra De Don Julio, featuring specialty tequila cocktails, on Vendor Row. Or, also new this year, The Captain’s Yard on the Promenade, highlighting Captain Morgan Rum cocktails.

Located across the track, behind Grandstand 31 near Shoreline Village, the popular Food Truck Village offers the best in Southern California gourmet food trucks.

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Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach Grand Marshal

MICHAEL ANDRETTISon of racing legend Mario Andretti, Michael has himself carved out a

distinguished career as both a race car driver and team owner. He began his racing career in 1980, joining the Formula Ford

series after graduating from high school. He graduated to the open-wheel Championship Auto Racing Teams (CART) series in 1983 and soon established himself as a driver to be reckoned with.

He won twice here at Long Beach - bookending his career with his first Indy car win in 1986 and his final victory in 2002— and overall scored 42 wins in 309 races, including 11 in a 1991 championship year driving for Newman-Haas Racing. Coincidently, his brother, Jeff, was CART Rookie of the Year that same season.

He ventured into Formula One racing in 1993, but a series of incidents and mechanical woes ended most of his races, with one podium finish in 13 races.

Andretti has had success in other racing series as well. He won the 1991 Marlboro Challenge driving a Lola/Chevy for Newman Haas Racing and has competed four times in the 24 Hours of LeMans, with a best finish 3rd in 1983.

The 46th Acura Grand Prix will have four drivers under the Andretti livery: Colton Herta (Andretti Autosport w/Curb-Agajainian), Ryan Hunter-Reay and Alexander Rossi (Andretti Autosport) and James Hinchcliffe (Andretti Steinbrenner Autosport), with Rossi seeking his third straight win on the streets of Long Beach.

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PRE-RACE CEREMONIESSaturday’s Grand Marshal for the IMSA Race is US track and field star Rai Benjamin, who took home the

silver medal in the 400m hurdles in the Tokyo Olympics. He also starred on the USC track and field team, notching a 47.02 mark, equalling Edwin Moses lifetime best and former world record. He returns to Long

Beach for the Grand Prix after visiting NY-area schools near where he grew up, and threw out the first pitch at a Yankees game Sept. 18.

Saturday’s National Anthem will be sung by SPC Raivyn Hearne, vocalist with the 40th Infantry Division of the CA Army National Guard, Joint Forces Training Base, Los Alamitos.

Grand Marshal for Sunday’s 46th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is no stranger for the city streets — Michael Andretti, son of the legenday Mario Andretti.

Michael has a great record IndyCar at Long Beach with two wins as a driver, four wins as a car owner and one win as a Super Vee driver. This weekend, he’ll have four IndyCar drivers competing with teams under his name.

Sunday’s National Anthem will feature 10-year-old singer Anjali Singh, who has voiced the anthem at many events, including Clippers and Lakers games, Rams games, UCLA football and Monster Jam. She also sang to her idol Celine Dion in Las Vegas in 2019! You can follow her journey on Facebook and Instagram @

anjalisinghmusic.On Saturday, the Color Guard will feature soldiers from the U.S. Army Recruiting Command stationed here in

California, while Sunday’s Color Guard will be the CA Army National Guard, based at Joint Forces Training Base, Los Alamitos.

And, the flag will arrive from the skies courtesy of Team Fastrax, the only civilian parachute team to have performed at 9/11 Ground Zero ceremonies, the Pentagon, Independence Hall and the Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor.

In addition, Team Fastrax has successfully completed more than 175,000 skydives with precision, including at NASCAR and F/1 races, as well as NFL and Major League Baseball games, among many other events.

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Building a race track AND a city!

The Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA), founded in 1903, has grown to more than a half-million members in the

U.S. and Canada. And for the past 46 years the Laborers of Local

Union 1309, based out of Long Beach, have been instrumental in providing the manpower necessary to set up, maintain and tear down the race circuit. They work very diligently to make the track safe so all concerned, fans and race teams, can enjoy America’s #1 Street Race.

Local 1309 has also been responsible for developing and building much of the City of Long Beach and surrounding areas, including many of the parks, bridges, libraries, schools, freeways and city infrastructure used daily by residents.

All LiUNA members are skilled and experienced to work safely in the construction and energy industries. They are certified to install rainwater catchment

LiUNA LOCAL 1309systems and trained to build water and sewer systems.

They also work in every sector of the energy system, helping to build solar plants, wind farms and natural gas and oil pipelines, as well as being proficient in the maintenance of nuclear and coal power plant facilities.

LiUNA Local 1309 members are dedicated to creating a better environment for all.

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THE PORT OF LONG BEACH

Built for Speed and Sustainability

The Port of Long Beach is a global leader in operational excellence and seaport sustainability, moving cargo with reliability,

speed and efficiency – making it the premier U.S. gateway for trans-Pacific trade.

As the nation’s second-busiest container seaport, the Port of Long Beach handles trade valued at $200 billion annually and supports 2.6 million trade-related jobs across the United States, including 575,000 in Southern California and 1 in 5 jobs in Long Beach.

Spanning 3,200 acres with 31 miles of waterfront, 10 piers, 66 post-Panamax cranes and some of the deepest berths in the country, the Port’s facilities can accommodate the largest shipping vessels in the world. Goods moving through the Port originate in, or are destined for, every U.S. congressional district.

With an eye toward building a successful and green future, the Port is pursuing long-term modernization projects. In 2020, the Port opened a new bridge built

for the modern era of shipping and goods movement. In 2021, the Port has completed the final phase of the world’s most technologically advanced container terminal – the Long Beach Container Terminal at Middle Harbor.

In the next 10 years, the Port is planning $1.6 billion in modernization projects to further prepare for the demands of global trade. Plans include investing $1 billion in on-dock rail projects, aimed at increasing reliability, adding capacity, strengthening competitiveness, and allowing for the rapid movement of cargo throughout the harbor.

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An Economic EngineThe Port of Long Beach moves goods to market all over America. Operational excellence and environmental leadership make us The Port of Choice.

Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach 2021 Family of SponsorsACURAAcura is a leading automotive nameplate that delivers Precision Crafted Performance – a commitment to expressive styling, high performance and innovative engineering, all built on a foundation of quality and reliability. The Acura lineup features five distinctive models – the ILX and TLX sport sedans, the RDX and MDX sport-utility vehicles and the next-generation, electrified NSX supercar. Acura’s sales and marketing headquarters is located in Torrance, California, alongside the company’s Los Angeles R&D Center and the Acura Design Studio. Eighteen authorized Acura dealerships deliver exceptional vehicle offerings and client service across Southern California. Visit Acura.com and socalacuradealers.com for more information.

ASM GLOBALImagine an opportunity exponentially greater than each of us alone. We brought together two industry leaders – AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in venue management, marketing and other services – to create ASM Global. Together, we are establishing a new benchmark of excellence in managing live experiences, from convention and exhibition centers to world-renowned live entertainment, sports and special-event venues.

BANC OF CALIFORNIAWith over $10 billion in assets, Banc of California is the only full-service, midsize bank focused exclusively on California. Banc of California provide innovative banking and lending products to diverse businesses, entrepreneurs and communities throughout California. Banc of California helps their clients grow their businesses, purchase a home, create jobs, transform neighborhoods, enrich communities and empower their dreams. By supporting community organizations that provide financial literacy and job training, small business support and affordable housing, Banc of California helps to grow our state’s economy and build a more positive and inclusive future for Californians.

BALLAST POINTBallast Point Brewing began as Home Brew Mart in San Diego in 1992. Since then, it has grown into a national brewery dedicated to the craft of making great beer. Ballast Point tirelessly innovates, honors its local home brew roots, and has a passion for customer service and education.

BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO.It’s casual, it’s fun, and it’s for the entire family! Enjoy “Stuffed Shrimp, Shrimp Po’boy, Peel ‘n’ Eat Shrimp, ….” But it’s not just about shrimp. There’s Mahi Mahi, Bone-In Rib Eye Steaks, Hamburgers, Cold Beer, and incredible Specialty Cocktails! Down home cookin’ with a down home warmth, just the way Forrest and Bubba would have done it!

CAPTAIN MORGAN RUMCaptain Morgan Original Spiced Rum is smooth and medium bodied and made from the Captain’s secret recipe. Its subtle notes of vanilla and caramel give classic rum cocktails a distinctive, flavorful finish. This unique, spiced taste can be enjoyed in a variety of recipes. Captain Morgan believes there is more fun to be had with your crew!

CORONA HARD SELTZERSay hola to the incredibly refreshing world of Corona Hard Seltzer. Gluten-free, only 90 calories, and available in a selection of refreshing flavors, Corona Hard Seltzer is made to be enjoyed in one place and one place only—the moment.

DON JULIO TEQUILAOur Story began in 1942, when a young Don Julio González saw a unique opportunity in the production of tequila. Don Julio González revolutionized the world of tequila by choosing quality over quantity. Don Julio devoted 45 years to perfecting his craft and pioneering techniques, always finding ways to improve his tequila. He took no shortcuts, creating his own yeast and redefining tequila aging rules. He saw his agave as his children; giving each plant more space to grow, trimming grass away to protect them and cutting each one closer to the piña to draw out more sweetness. It was this unrelenting passion for excellence that inspired his creation of the world’s first luxury tequila.

FIRSTNET, BUILT WITH AT&TFirstNet is THE dedicated wireless communications ecosystem built with and for first responders. It provides so much more than just the ability to make and receive calls. Together with first responders, we are working to make your communications simpler, faster and more direct. So you can focus on what’s important.

FRONTIERFrontier, a leader in fiber-optic Internet services, provides high-speed, reliable Internet connection to customers on its FiOS network. Frontier also offers home phone service, as well as digital television services with hundreds of HD-quality channels to choose from, as well as extensive on-demand content.

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GAINBRIDGEGainbridge is a digital platform providing simple and direct access to trusted financial products to help clients grow their money for goals big and small, not just for retirement. The Gainbridge platform offers three key benefits: competitive growth, simplicity and transparency. Gainbridge is a member of Group1001, a financial services group striving to make accumulation and insurance products more useful and intuitive for everyone.

GEHL COMPANYThe “Official Construction Equipment Supplier” of the Grand Prix of Long Beach, Gehl Company has been on duty building the entire circuit on Long Beach’s streets for 20 straight years. Gehl equipment will also be used to remove crashed and disabled race cars from the track. Gehl also supplies its Dynalift telescopic handlers to other road racing tracks on the motorsports calendar.

HILTON LONG BEACHAs the official hotel for the Grand Prix of Long Beach, the Hilton Long Beach will serve as the credential office and also host many official events during race weekend. The hotel’s international ambience, the friendliness of its staff and first-class accommodations will make anyone’s visit a memorable experience.

KING TACOFor more than 40 years, King Taco has been recognized as a leader in Mexican Fast Food Service. Its consistency and commitment to provide only the best in authentic Mexican food has allowed the company to expand in Los Angeles County. Quality, service, cleanliness and value are hallmarks for its successful image and reputation, and King Taco returns to the Grand Prix of Long Beach to satisfy the appetites of fans during race weekend.

KORBELWinners drink Korbel Champagne and, appropriately, the Official Winner’s Circle Champagne for the Grand Prix of Long Beach is Korbel, America’s favorite premium methode champenois for more than 120 years. Korbel actively supports the U.S. Olympic, Paralympic and America’s Cup teams and, for the past 24 years, has been the exclusive champagne of U.S. presidential inaugurations. Korbel was named American Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast Magazine in 2008.

LiUNALIUNA—the Laborers’ International Union of North America—is the most progressive, aggressive and fastest-growing union of construction workers, and one of the most diverse and effective unions representing public service employees. LIUNA members are on the forefront of the construction industry – a sector that is a powerhouse of 12 million workers producing 5 percent of our countries’ economic output. A half-million strong, we are united through collective bargaining agreements which help us earn family-supporting pay, good benefits and the opportunity for advancement and better lives.

LONG BEACH CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAUThe Long Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is the official organization for convention and tourism marketing in the Long Beach area. Established in 1982, the LBCVB is a private non-profit organization funded by city hotel bed tax and membership contributions from over 400 area businesses and community organizations. The mission of the Bureau is to contribute to the economic development of the city of Long Beach by selling, marketing and promoting Long Beach as a destination for conventions, meetings, tradeshows and tourism.

MCMANISThe McManis family has been farming in the Northern Interior region of California since 1938. In 1990, fourth generation farmer Ron McManis, and his wife Jamie founded the McManis Family Vineyards. Currently, they farm over 3,000 acres of premium wine grapes located within the premier growing areas of the Northern Interior. In 1998, the company designed and built a state-of-the-art winery and today the McManis Family Vineyards label comprises over 300,000 cases of wine across a range of red and white varietals sourced from ten estate vineyards. Son Justin, and daughter Tanya, are the fifth generation of the McManis family and are also involved in the family business.

MODELO ESPECIALModelo started brewing in 1925 in the small town of Tacuba, Mexico. Modelo Especial® is a golden, full-flavored Pilsner-style Lager. Other varieties include Modelo Negra™, Modelo Chelada Especial™ and most recently, Modelo Chelada Tamarindo Picante™.

MOTHERSMothers High Performance Car Care is proud to be the Official Car Care Sponsor of the Grand Prix of Long Beach – Southern California’s premier racing event. Grand Prix spectators are invited to visit the Mothers big rig parked in the Lifestyle Expo. On Sunday you’re invited to head over to the Mothers Exotic Car Paddock near turn 9 to see a collection of some of the world’s most desirable supercars and hypercars. Enthusiasts around the world trust Mothers for their premium-grade car care coatings, polishes, waxes and cleaners. They offer a broad array of finish care products under their CMX, California Gold, PowerBall, Back-to-Black, Speed and Professional lines. For more product and how-to information, go to mothers.com and detailguide.com. Another great resource is their car enthusiast-driven Facebook feed at www.facebook.com/mothersusa.

MOTULMotul is a world class French company specializing in the formulation, production and distribution of hightech engine lubricants (two-wheelers, cars and other vehicles) as well as lubricants for industry via its MotulTech activity. Unanimously recognized for more than 160 years for the quality of its products, innovation capacity and involvement in the field of competition, Motul is also recognized as a specialist in synthetic lubricants. As early as 1971, Motul was the first lubricant manufacturer to pioneer the formulation of a 100% synthetic lubricant for automotive engines, the 300V lubricant, making use of Esters technology and issued from the aeronautical industry. Throughout the years, Motul has gained experience as an official supplier to many racing teams and manufacturers and contributes with them to further technological development in motorsports. Motul is supporting those teams in international competitions such as: 24 Hours of Le Mans (cars and motorcycles), FIA World Endurance Championship, Super GT, Drift, Pikes Peak, Japanese championship Super Formula, Blancplan Endurance & Sprint Series, MotoGP, World Superbike, MXGP, Endurance World Championship, Supercross, IOM IT, Ice Speedway Gladiators World Championship, F1 Boat and scores of others.

NOSNOS has been one of the fastest-growing national energy drink brands outpacing the category and all major competitive brands. NOS is a gritty brand providing high performance energy for consumers to get stuff done; less about the stunts, female models and fantasy than its competitors.

NTTNTT is a fully integrated technology, networking and innovation services leader that helps enterprises exceed their digital transformation goals. More than 80 percent of Fortune 100 companies trust NTT for security expertise and world-class services including consulting, cloud, networking and systems integration. Significant ongoing investments in R&D reinforce our foundation in digital and cutting-edge technologies including AI, IoT, and quantum computing. NTT companies, including NTT DATA, NTT Communications, Dimension Data and NTT Security, generate over $106 billion in annual revenue worldwide by providing new and highly valued ways of serving our clients and society as one NTT.

O’REILLY AUTO PARTSSince 1957, O’Reilly Auto Parts has been committed to serving our professional and do-it-yourself customers with all of their after-market automotive needs through a team of dedicated, knowledgeable parts professionals. Today, with over 5,500 locations, O’Reilly Auto Parts is just around the corner, all across the nation and ready to serve you.

PEPSIOne of the world’s most iconic and recognized global consumer brands, Pepsi knows how to bring people together with a variety of products and flavors to amplify any occasion. Whether having a meal with friends or cheering on your favorite driver, Pepsi is always there to share joy and help celebrate those special moments. Delicious. Refreshing. Pepsi. PORT OF LONG BEACHThe Port of Long Beach is the premier U.S. gateway for trans-Pacific trade and a trailblazer in innovative goods movement, safety and environmental stewardship. As the second-busiest container seaport in the United States, the Port handles trade valued at $155 billion annually and supports hundreds of thousands of jobs.The Port welcomes 5,000 vessels a year and serves more than 140 shipping lines with connections to 217 seaports around the world. Founded in 1911, the Port began its second century of service with a $4.5 billion capital improvements program, the largest in the nation. It is building some of the most modern, efficient and sustainable marine facilities in the world.

PRESS TELEGRAMWhether it’s news around town, a high school game around the corner or a lap around the Grand Prix circuit, no one covers Long Beach like the Press-Telegram. We know the community inside and out–and we should. Because since 1897, Long Beach has been much more than our beat. It’s been our home.


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REACTION AUDIO-VISUALReaction Audio-Visual is an Official Sponsor of the Grand Prix of Long Beach.Reaction Audio Visual has over 25+ years of combined experience in technology, production, audiovisual, computer rentals, and event execution. We pride ourselves in our diverse and superior service offerings to our clients. We are not just a technology rental company; we provide first class services from planning to execution to 24-hour customer support.

RICOHRicoh is empowering digital workplaces using innovative technologies and services enabling individuals to work smarter. For more than 80 years, Ricoh has been driving innovation and is a leading provider of document management solutions, IT services, commercial and industrial printing, digital cameras, and industrial systems. For further information, please visit www.ricoh-usa.com.

SAFETY-KLEENEveryday, Safety-Kleen enables thousands of businesses to stay in balance with the environment. We achieve a working harmony of two seemingly opposed missions: protecting the environment while protecting our clients’ bottom line. In a thousand work sites, our crews and technicians perform hundreds of highly specialized environmental services that we pioneered and continue to refine. Our role model for real world success is none other than Planet Earth itself, a marvel of efficiency.

SAVORSAVOR is proud to be a sponsor and a partner of the Grand Prix of Long Beach, for the 25th consecutive year. SAVOR locally provides turnkey catering and retail food and beverage services for the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, The Aquarium of the Pacific and Off Site Venues. Food and Beverage services offered by SAVOR span the full spectrum from retail options for public special events to full service catering needs. In practice and policy, we are team-focused, committed to working as a discreet partner with our clients in creating a flexible food and beverage experience to exceed expectations.

TIXTix is a leading provider of integrated box office software and online ticket sales and services for entertainment and sporting events. We specialize in no-cost, feature-rich ticketing solutions for venues, promoters, producers, universities, theme parks, tours, museums, casinos, theatres, film festivals, concerts, night clubs, music festivals, race tracks, and more.

U.S. ARMYThe U.S. Army Accessions Support Brigade is the tactical arm of Army marketing. Through three historic and unique battalions, including the U.S. Army Parachute Team (Golden Knights), the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, and the U.S. Army Mission Support Battalion, the brigade is charged with Connecting America’s People with America’s Army. The brigade is operationally aligned under the Army Marketing and Research Group.

WEATHERTECHWeatherTech supplies America and the world with the highest quality automotive, home and pet products that are engineered, designed and manufactured right here in the USA. Our mission is to exceed all expectations – for innovation, quality, service and value – and to help reclaim America’s status as the most powerful and productive manufacturer in the world.

YOKOHAMAYokohama Tire Corporation is the North American manufacturing and marketing arm of Tokyo, Japan-based The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. Since expanding to the United States in 1969, Yokohama has been an industry leader in tire technology and innovation across the globe. With manufacturing plants, a research & development facility and distribution centers spread across the U.S., Yokohama employs thousands of people and produces high-quality tires for its consumer and commercial divisions. Active in motor racing, Yokohama sponsors and supplies tires for such series as Global Time Attack and Super Lap Battle, Porsche Sprint Challenge North America and Nitro Rallycross, as well as events like the Porsche Pikes Peak Trophy by Yokohama.

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T here are a wide variety of events surrounding the 2021 return of America’s #1 Street Race. And you won’t miss a thing, thanks to social media. Visit the Grand Prix social media sites listed below to get feedback, photos and even MORE information – AND post your own

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THEY WILL BE MISSED

DAVE MARSHALL Dave Marshall died June 6, 2019 from complications of a golf cart accident at the

age of 76. He passed away less than 48 hours after his wife of 25 years, Carol, died after a long-term battle with multiple sclerosis.

Born in Artesia, he grew up in Lakewood and was a star high school baseball player who went on to play seven seasons in the Major Leagues, three each with the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets and one with the San Diego Padres.

He retired from baseball in 1974 and, for the next decade, was involved in ownership of several Manhattan restaurants before returning to Southern California in 1984. In 2002, Marshall started working for SMG (now ASM Global) as Parking Manager and was also chair of the City of Long Beach Parking and Traffic Management Organization,

involving the Convention Center, Convention & Visitors Bureau and Aquarium of the Pacific, organizing parking for major downtown events including the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

Dave and Carol are survived by Marshall’s son Dave and daughter Aimee Gardner; and Carol’s son from a former marriage, Robert Wells, daughter Sherri Wells and six grandchildren.

BRUCE FLANDERSBruce Flanders, the longtime voice of the Grand Prix of Long Beach, passed away

August 14, 2020 at the age of 75. Flanders was the official announcer for the race since 1978, with an energetic and enthusiastic voice that became synonymous with the sunshine and excitement of Long Beach’s signature event.

He became known as the “Chick Hearn of Racing,” with his style of mixing humor, information and analysis similar to that of the late L.A. Lakers announcer.

“The ‘Voice of the Grand Prix’ has been silenced,” said Jim Michaelian, president and CEO of the Grand Prix. “There are so many great Grand Prix moments that Bruce was a part of. We will miss him and never forget his melodious voice on race days.”

Or, his great sense of humor, which manifested itself in his popular ”Ugliest Hawaiian Shirt” contest held every year at the Grand Prix.

Born in Pasadena, Flanders attended St. Francis High School in La Canada Flintridge. His father Earl, a world-class motorcyclist, owned a shop in Pasadena where Bruce helped produce customized motorcycle handlebars. It also kindled his love for speed and, when he was 28, Bruce set a record on the Bonneville Salt Flats for Fastest Production Motorcycle at 141.703 mph. The record stood for seven years.

Inducted into the Long Beach Motorsports Walk of Fame in 2016, Flanders was well-known to race fans throughout Southern California as the announcer at the Irwindale Speedway, Costa Mesa Speedway, Industry Speedway and many other events.

He was diagnosed with COPD in 2008 and carried an oxygen tank with him to all his announcing duties. A Vietnam war veteran, Flanders believed exposure to Agent Orange in Vietnam damaged his lungs and led to the COPD.

Vicki, his wife of 37 years, passed away in 2018. Bruce is survived by a son, Michael – also an announcer – and daughter Megan, who served as a field reporter for the Flanders team.

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ED HORGANEd Horgan lived a full life. After growing up in San Diego, Masonry became his trade

and he was one of the best at it. Ed loved hunting and fishing and enjoyed his Mountain Man rendezvous with his friends. Later in life he took up fly tying and loved it, going fly fishing in the Sierras every year.

He had fun working Alfa 2 at the Grand Prix of Long Beach for 40 years, and his safety handling and orange gloves at Turn 9 will be missed. His last days were spent dove hunting in Arizona with his brother, Gary Horgan. Just two days after their return he passed away. He is deeply missed. RIP.

GREG REMSENGreg crossed his final finish line in May 2020. A true racer at heart and champion of

motorsports, he was the California Sports Car Club’s Race Chairman for the Grand Prix of Long Beach from 2000 through 2018, volunteering in some capacity for Cal Club at every Grand Prix since its inception.

He assisted the four previous Chairmen and was unofficially dubbed the “Chief of the Unknown Specialty” as he would pull off last minute “miracles” to fix, find, deliver or coordinate with Operations staff to resolve unexpected track-side issues and help keep the race schedule on time. He shared his love and expertise for the race with his son, (Tyler) Skip Remsen, who has succeeded him in the Race Chairman position.

Greg grew up in Burbank, CA and joined CSCC in 1979, building his own race cars in his garage, racing regional and Pacific run-off events into the 1990’s. He was a successful business owner for 46+ years. He also shared motocross racing, go-carts, desert off-roading, surfing and waterskiing with his son, family and friends. He is survived by his wife Judy, son Skip and sister Carol.

OSCAR KOVELESKIRacing legend Oscar Koveleski passed away Dec. 28, 2020 at the age of 88.

Born in Scranton, PA, Koveleski got his love of speed at an early age, learning to fly at age nine! At 18, he joined the Philadelphia Region of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) and scored his first racing victory in 1951.

He went on to race regularly in SCCA races, as well as the 12 Hours of Sebring and 24 Hours of Daytona. From 1969-72, he competed in the Can-Am Series in his widely recognized orange #54 car.

In 1988, Koveleski first organized racing for kids in battery-powered cars at Watkins Glen. Since then, his KidRacers – a must-visit spot for families in the Grand Prix Lifestyle Expo! – have helped more than 100,000 kids enjoy free KidRacer rides. In addition,

Koveleski has raised more than $250,000 in charitable donations to many organizations through KidRacer auctions and car donations.

Thirty years before, in 1958, be founded the highly successful Auto World, a mail-order company that sold model cars and slot cars, introducing countless families to the world of auto racing. His career and contributions to the sport earned him election to the Road Racing Drivers Club and the SCCA Hall of Fame.

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THEY WILL BE MISSED Continued

ROBIN MILLERRobin Lee Miller was an American motorsports journalist, best known for being a writer at the Indianapolis Star from 1968-2001. He also wrote for Autoweek, Car and Driver, ESPN and Speed, as well as freelancing for the Champ Car website. At the time of his death he was a correspondent for Racer magazine and also a reporter on INDYCAR SERIES broadcasts for NBC Sports. Born in Anderson, IN, Miller worked as a racing writer/reporter at ESPN from 2001 to 2004 and, in 2004, became a regular contributor to SpeedTV.com and other media outlets. He announced he had terminal leukemia in July 2021 and died in Indianapolis on August 25 at the age of 71. He death came just days after he was honored at a special Hall of Fame induction ceremony during Brickyard weekend at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

REST IN PEACESince the 2019 Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, the Committee of C300 has lost

14 members of our organization. They will be sorely missed:

Carol AndersonMaxine Barton-BaumanWynn CollinsSteve HousdenRoy Jarvis

John MaidlowJulie NemechekCharles RicoHal ScheireDeana Sclar

Robert SenskeCathy TelaneusPhil Tondreault Henry Wadleigh

DAVE STORY Dave started as original member of the Committee of 300, then worked with the Grand Prix Association in a variety of capacities before passing away last November at the age of 89. He served for many years in the Press Room, where his responsibilities included printing and distributing hundreds of press releases, updates and racing series bulletins each race weekend. His distinguished service led to his being honored with the Allen Wolfe Award, presented by the Long Beach Press-Telegram and given yearly to an individual for outstanding contributions to the success of the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.

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Founded in 1971 as the first 100% synthetic lubricant ever designed for cars, named 300V as a tribute to the 300 racing victories achieved by the brand up to that point. It illustrates not only Motul's technological expertise and culture of innovation but also ibut also its ability to implement new technologies with the major car manufacturers. Over time, Motul has built up an impressive track record, with hundreds of victories across major motorsport events worldwide.

For more Information about the Foundation and its activities,

visit “gplb.com” or call (562) 490-4509.

Now in its 30th year, the Grand Prix Foundation of Long Beach was established to raise and distribute funds through a variety of charitable events held in conjunction with the Acura Grand Prix

of Long Beach.This year, the Foundation hosted its popular Grand Prix 5K – “Run the

Course” – on Sunday, Sept. 12, an event enabling fans to run/walk on the famed Long Beach race circuit in a fun, family-oriented 5K, complete with finishing medals, displays and hospitality.

Among the charities the Grand Prix Foundation funds are the Long Beach Special Olympics, Ronald McDonald House, Century Club, Short Stop, Operation Jump Start and many others.

The Foundation also supports the Robert E. Leslie Scholarship program giving $1,500 grants to seven Long Beach-area high school seniors, donates race tickets/hospitality packages to charitable and civic organizations for their fund-raising and organizes and assists in bringing physically- or mentally challenged youngsters to a day at the races.

GRAND PRIXFOUNDATION

More than $4 million has gone to local charities.

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Official Race Artist BILL PATTERSON Prominent motorsports artist Bill Patterson has been named the

Official Artist for the 46th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, with his colorful artwork featured on the official souvenir race poster and also

the covers of the online Fan Guide and Official Program. The resident of Bulverde, Tex. was drawn to downhill skiing at an early

age in his native Wyoming. Patterson, who saw his first race in Argentina at the age of 13, attended his first Grand Prix of Long Beach in 1988 and immediately recognized in auto racing the same “edge” he knew from skiing, describing it as the edge of precision, calculated speed and technical limits with infinite exhilaration.

“I am so delighted to be the Official Artist for the 46th Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach,” Patterson said. “To be in included in the historical record of this iconic event is an honor and I love the finished image. I can’t wait to absorb the sights and sounds – and turn inspiration into a series of Live Art paintings.”

Patterson, who has been the official artist of WeatherTech Raceway in Laguna Seca since 2004, is regularly commissioned by private clients for parties as well as corporate clients such as BMW, Porsche, Ferrari, FedEx, Firestone, Microsoft and Lamborghini, to perform “live art.”

The 46th Acura Grand Prix will also feature Patterson’s live art, as he

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONon Bill Patterson’s live art and expressive work, visit

BillPattersonArt.comand on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

@billpattart

will create original paintings in various locations throughout race weekend, including his booth in Vendor Row outside the Convention Center. He will be available at select times to sign fans’2021 souvenir posters. 90

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FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONon Bill Patterson’s live art and expressive work, visit

BillPattersonArt.comand on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

@billpattart

Doug AdkinsBrian AldrichRaymond AndersonDale ArakawaRosie BadajiosJessica BadranSteve BeatyDeeDee BrooksDerek BrownDeborah BetanceTerri CalisRichard CarryLarry CasePhyllis CoveyNury CurtisDianna DacerStephanie DavisBart DeLioBernice DenaGregg DeSantisAlan DolchSalvador FarfanDr. Cal FarmerChris GehmanAnglea GehmanGordan GetzDarrell GomezAnthony GonzalesMark GrayKelly Greet

Gerald GrimaldiCamie HarringtonJade HarrisChristopher HazbournRuben HernandezBob HoffmanPete HolmanDoug HowardJudie JohnsenCharles JordanTom JordanEmily KenyonMichael KerlegonKen KernEd KlotzEdouard KnightonJulie LambrakisCheryl LaMmonSandra MaAmbrose MartinJulie MerazPatti MaudeDianne McNinchPat MohlerDian MorrisJack NendelWayne NeyenhausBond NicholsTed OboleDanielle Ojeda

Bob PaceKaren PasionMike PhilipsSteve PenningtonKelly PierceDennis PittsBrandon RiddleRyan RiddleJohn RidgleySusan RidgleyRobert RivasMonty SharpFred SicaBert SosaMargaret StavaBobby SweetlandChristine TellepDavid TishammerVivian TondreaultLisa VietsHank WadleighReba WalkerTrase WallerDebbie WalshTom WebbDebbie WeersPat WelchJim WillinghamMike YoachumAmy Zitko

2021 COMMITTEE OF 300

Join the “Red Coats”for a weekend celebration!

For more information about Club C300or Committee of 300 membership call

(562) 981-9200,visit “Committee of 300” on gplb.com orstop by the Club C300 on race weekend

for a close-up look at all the fun!

Club C300

COMMITTEEOF 300If you’re looking for a fun-filled race weekend experience,

look no further than Club C300, located behind Grandstand 24.It’s a great three-day getaway location that includes

reserved grandstand seats, catered breakfast and lunch (Sat./Sun.), closed-circuit TV, entertainment, full no-host bar and access to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES Paddock.

And it’s all presented by the Committee of 300 – the now-famous “Red Coats” – who assist and staff the race with volunteers in a variety of capacities such as grandstand supervisors, helping race fans to find their seats and the race information booths, where fans can be directed to food, restrooms and information about local City of Long Beach restaurants and attractions.

The C300 was founded along with the Inaugural Long Beach Grand Prix in 1975. Today, along with race weekend service, they also use their time and talent to promote the race at car shows, other racing venues, fundraisers and special events.

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2021 COMMITTEE OF 300

Join the “Red Coats”for a weekend celebration!

For more information about Club C300or Committee of 300 membership call

(562) 981-9200,visit “Committee of 300” on gplb.com orstop by the Club C300 on race weekend

for a close-up look at all the fun!

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IMSA WeatherTech SportsCarGRAND PRIX ENTRIES

Car # Driver / Nationality Team Car 01 (G) Renger van der Zande NLD Cadillac Chip Ganassi Racing (P) Kevin Magnussen DNK V Performance Academy Cadillac DPi-V.R. Cadillac DPi05 (G) Tristan Vautier FRA Mustang Sampling / JDC-Miller MotorSports (P) Loic Duval FRA Mustang Sampling / Cadillac / Misahara / Galp Cadillac DPi10 (P) Ricky Taylor USA Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05 (P) Filipe Albuquerque PRT Konica Minolta Acura DPi31 (P) Felipe Nasr BRA Whelen Engineering Racing (P) Pipo Derani BR Whelen Engineering / Cadillac / Lucas Oil Cadillac DPi55 (P) Oliver Jarvis GBR Mazda Motorsports (P) Harry Tincknell GBR Mazda DPi60 (G) Dane Cameron USA Meyer Shank Racing w/Curb-Agajanian (P) Olivier Pla FRA SiriusXM / AutoNation / Acura Type S / Curb Records Acura DPi

01 (G) Bryan Sellers USA Paul Miller Racing Lamborghini (S) Madison Snow USA Total Lubricants / UIS / Paul Miller Auto Group Huracan GT3

09 (S) Zacharie Robichon CAN Pfaff Motorsports Porsche 911 (P) Laurens Vanthoor BEL Motul / Porsche Downtown LA GT3R

12 (S) Frankie Montecalvo USA VASSER SULLIVAN Lexus RC (G) Zach Veach USA Bayshore Recycling GT3

14 (S) Aaron Telitz USA VASSER SULLIVAN Lexus RC F (G) Jack Hawksworth GBR Rice Lake Weighing Systems GT3

16 (P) Patrick Long USA Wright Motorsports Porsche 911 (S) Trent Hindman USA GT3R

19 (S) Misha Goikhberg RUS GRT Grasser Racing Team Lamborghini (P) Franck Perera FRA Huracan GT3

23 (S) Roman De Angelis CAN Heart of Racing Team Aston Martin (G) Ross Gunn GBR The Heart of Racing Vantage GT3

26 (S) Steven Aghakhani USA O’Gara Motorsport / USRT Mercedes-AMG (S) Jacob Eidson USA Sada / Raymond James and Associates GT3

27 (S) Ian James USA Heart of Racing Team Aston Martin (G) Alex Riberas ESP Vantage GT3

34 (?) TBD USA GMG Racing Porsche 911 R (B) James Sofronas USA GT3

39 (B) Richard Heistand USA CarBahn with Peregrine racing Audi R8 LMS (S) Jeff Westphal USA Menlo / Accel GT3

44 (B) John Potter USA Magnus with Archangel Acura NSX GT3 (G) Andy Lally USA

63 (G) Colin Braun USA Scuderia Corsa Ferrari 488 GT3 (S) Daniel Mancinelli ITA

66 (B) Till Bechtolsheimer GBR Gradient Racing Acura NSX GT3 (S) Marc Miller USA Unit Nutrition / HPD

76 (S) TBD USA Compass Racing (G) TBD DEU Richard Mille / Honda Performance Development / Motul / Race Day Foundation Acura NSX GT3

88 (B) Rob Ferriol USA Team Hardpoint EBM Porsche 911 (G) Katherine Legge GBR Richard Mille / Champion Porsche / GridRival.com GT3R

96 (G) Bill Auberlen USA Turner Motorsport (S) Robby Foley USA LiquiMoly / H&R Springs BMW M6 GT3

03 (P) Antonio García ESP Corvette Racing Corvette C8.R (P) Jordan Taylor USA04 (P) Tommy Milner USA Corvette Racing Corvette C8.R (P) Nick Tandy GBR79 (S) Cooper MacNeil USA WeatherTech Racing Porsche 911 RSR - 19 (G) Mathieu Jaminet FRA

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Car # Driver / Nationality Team Car 01 (G) Renger van der Zande NLD Cadillac Chip Ganassi Racing (P) Kevin Magnussen DNK V Performance Academy Cadillac DPi-V.R. Cadillac DPi05 (G) Tristan Vautier FRA Mustang Sampling / JDC-Miller MotorSports (P) Loic Duval FRA Mustang Sampling / Cadillac / Misahara / Galp Cadillac DPi10 (P) Ricky Taylor USA Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05 (P) Filipe Albuquerque PRT Konica Minolta Acura DPi31 (P) Felipe Nasr BRA Whelen Engineering Racing (P) Pipo Derani BR Whelen Engineering / Cadillac / Lucas Oil Cadillac DPi55 (P) Oliver Jarvis GBR Mazda Motorsports (P) Harry Tincknell GBR Mazda DPi60 (G) Dane Cameron USA Meyer Shank Racing w/Curb-Agajanian (P) Olivier Pla FRA SiriusXM / AutoNation / Acura Type S / Curb Records Acura DPi

01 (G) Bryan Sellers USA Paul Miller Racing Lamborghini (S) Madison Snow USA Total Lubricants / UIS / Paul Miller Auto Group Huracan GT3

09 (S) Zacharie Robichon CAN Pfaff Motorsports Porsche 911 (P) Laurens Vanthoor BEL Motul / Porsche Downtown LA GT3R

12 (S) Frankie Montecalvo USA VASSER SULLIVAN Lexus RC (G) Zach Veach USA Bayshore Recycling GT3

14 (S) Aaron Telitz USA VASSER SULLIVAN Lexus RC F (G) Jack Hawksworth GBR Rice Lake Weighing Systems GT3

16 (P) Patrick Long USA Wright Motorsports Porsche 911 (S) Trent Hindman USA GT3R

19 (S) Misha Goikhberg RUS GRT Grasser Racing Team Lamborghini (P) Franck Perera FRA Huracan GT3

23 (S) Roman De Angelis CAN Heart of Racing Team Aston Martin (G) Ross Gunn GBR The Heart of Racing Vantage GT3

26 (S) Steven Aghakhani USA O’Gara Motorsport / USRT Mercedes-AMG (S) Jacob Eidson USA Sada / Raymond James and Associates GT3

27 (S) Ian James USA Heart of Racing Team Aston Martin (G) Alex Riberas ESP Vantage GT3

34 (?) TBD USA GMG Racing Porsche 911 R (B) James Sofronas USA GT3

39 (B) Richard Heistand USA CarBahn with Peregrine racing Audi R8 LMS (S) Jeff Westphal USA Menlo / Accel GT3

44 (B) John Potter USA Magnus with Archangel Acura NSX GT3 (G) Andy Lally USA

63 (G) Colin Braun USA Scuderia Corsa Ferrari 488 GT3 (S) Daniel Mancinelli ITA

66 (B) Till Bechtolsheimer GBR Gradient Racing Acura NSX GT3 (S) Marc Miller USA Unit Nutrition / HPD

76 (S) TBD USA Compass Racing (G) TBD DEU Richard Mille / Honda Performance Development / Motul / Race Day Foundation Acura NSX GT3

88 (B) Rob Ferriol USA Team Hardpoint EBM Porsche 911 (G) Katherine Legge GBR Richard Mille / Champion Porsche / GridRival.com GT3R

96 (G) Bill Auberlen USA Turner Motorsport (S) Robby Foley USA LiquiMoly / H&R Springs BMW M6 GT3

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SPEED EnergySTADIUM SUPER TRUCKS ENTRIES

HISTORIC FORMULA ATLANTIC ENTRIES

Truck # Driver 4 Jeff Ward7 Robby Gordon8 Brandon Parrish21 Zoey Edenholm27 Jarrett Brooks28 Robert Stout42 Bo Lemastus51 Jacob Abel57 Bill Hynes77 Max Gordon83 Matt Brabham96 Mads Siljehaug

Car # Driver / Hometown Make/Original Drivers 1 Travis Engen, Weston CT 1976 Ralt

2 Charles Nearburg, Dallas TX 1977 Ralt/Bobby Rahal

5 Todd Willing, Grosse Pointe MI 1974 Chevron/J. P. Jaussaud

7 John McKenna 1978 Ralt

9 Chris Bender, Reno NV 1976 March/Bobby Rahal

11 Gray Gregory, Houston TX 1977 Chevron

12 Richard Griot, Tacoma WA 1978 Ralt

13 Joe Bunton, Ft. Collins CO 1976 Lola

17 Kyle Buxton, Coto de Caza 1977 March

19 Art Hebert, Larkspur 1979 Chevron/Didier Pironi, Jacques Lafitte, Keke Rosberg

23 Andrew Wait, Greenbrae 1975 Lola/Bobby Rahal

24 Steve Romak, Walnut Creek 1976 March

38 Dwight Matheson, Meadow Vista 1976 March/Tom Gloy

47 Cal Meeker, Oceanside 1978 Ralt

67 Paet Hidalgo, Visalia 1974 March

69 Dan Marvin, Berkeley 1976 March (white)/Gilles Villeneuve

69 Gordon Medenica, Pelham NY 1975 March (green)/Gilles Villeneuve, Dorsey Schroeder

91 Bill Fickling, San Clemente 1975 March/Patrick DePaillier

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MOTEGI RACING SUPER DRIFT CHALLENGE ENTRIES

Car # Driver / Residence Car UNLIMITED CLASS

0 Dai Yoshihara/JAP Honda S200013 Michael Essa/CA Mitsubishi Evo X23 Cole Powelson/UT Nissan GTR29 Karla Pestotnik/CA Honda S200039 Cable Rosenberg/AZ Dodge Viper72 Feras Qartoumy/TX Chevrolet Corvette Z06172 Derek Boyd/CO Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X

LIMITED CLASS8 Ravi Tomerlin/AZ Acura NSX9 Curtis Gladden/CA Subaru WRX STI76 Will Drees/CA Honda Prelude81 Damyan Tuchenishki/CA Subaru Impreza107 Jerick Javier/CA BMW M3228 JC Meynet/CA Subaru WRX STI720 Steven Chan/CA Nissan GTR888 Ray Guerrero/TX Dodge Viper

STREET CLASS5 Johnny Hernandez, CA Subaru WRX STI15 Thomas Smith/NV Subaru WRX STI67 Amir Bentatou/CA Acura NSX86 Jackie Ding/IL Toyota GR Supra #TA9089 Jose Mejia/CA Honda Civic Type R

GLOBAL TIME ATTACK CHALLENGE ENTRIES

Car# Driver / Residence Car

13 Justin Pawlak/Kalamazoo MI Falken Tire Ford Mustang

99 Kyle Mohan/Long Beach KMR/Renewable Lubricants/Mazdatrix RX8

101 Michael Essa/Los Angeles FCP Euro Liqui Moly GT Radial BMW M3

171 Rome Charpentier/La Costa Garagistic Federal Tire BMW E36

513 Branden Sorensen/Las Vegas NV 212 Performance Sorenson Motorsports BMW

808 Forrest Wang/Las Vegas NV Get Nuts Lab Achilles Nissan

818 Jeff Jones/San Fernando Valley Jeff Jones Racing Nissan 370Z GT Radial Tires

999 Trent Beechum/Agoura Hills Clonex Racing Nexen Tire Ford Mustang

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GLOBAL TIME ATTACK CHALLENGE ENTRIES

ADMINISTRATIONJim Michaelian..................................................................................President & CEOAllison Wilson .................................................Exec. Ass’t to the CEO, Manager of Advertising & PromotionsGemma Bannon .........................Exec. Ass’t. to the CEO, HR & Office Manager

SPONSORSHIP SALES, MARKETING SERVICES Martin Bannon ........................................................................Director of MarketingSandy Hendrix ................................................................Admin. Ass’t to Director of ................................................................Marketing / Sponsor & Catering Services Richard Martinez .......................................................Manager of Corporate SalesMichael McElroy .................................................................Manager of Expo SalesCody Nunn ...................................................................................Marketing AssistantAileen McBride ..........................................................................Marketing Assistant Loriann Serna ....................................................................Ambassador Coordinator

PUBLIC RELATIONS AND CREATIVE SERVICESChris Esslinger ............................................................Director of CommunicationsGordon Morris. ..................................................................... Creative Editor / WriterJulie Tanner ......................................................................................Graphic DesignerChristy Pardini .................................................................................Graphic DesignerAlyssa Hankins ....................................................... Media Relations/Social MediaRuth Ruiz .................................................................. Media Relations/Social MediaKyle Whatnall ......................................................... Media Relations/Social MediaTerry Clanton ......................................................................................... Public AddressGreg Creamer ........................................................................................ Public AddressMike Flanders ....................................................................................... Public Address

ACCOUNTINGCindy Forster ..................................................................................................ControllerEmma Moreno ........................................................................................Event AuditorEsther Ramirez .......................................................................................Event Auditor

MERCHANDISEKarla Ramirez................................................................Merchandising CoordinatorDanny Ramirez… .........................................................Merchandising CoordinatorJoey Soto .............................................................................Merchandising AssistantJayleen Alanis ......................................................................................................... SalesKarina Angulo ......................................................................................................... SalesJuan Jose Guerrero ................................................................................................ SalesJesus Hernandez .................................................................................................... SalesJaritzy Herrera......................................................................................................... SalesJeremiah Jimenez .................................................................................................. SalesBriana Lopez ........................................................................................................... SalesYaresly Lopez .......................................................................................................... SalesAndrea Ramirez ...................................................................................................... SalesBrianna Ramirez .................................................................................................... SalesJesus Saenz .............................................................................................................. SalesChristian Soto ......................................................................................................... SalesFlorence Soto.......................................................................................................... SalesJessica Soto ............................................................................................................. SalesElias Zamora Jr ....................................................................................................... Sales

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND TICKETINGTammy Johnson ...........................Manager of Customer Service and Ticketing

Customer Service Representatives:Cecelia Ruebel, Michelle Heredia, Steve Miranda, Zachary Johnson, Jennie Ketchum, Sheila Walters, Steven Halley, Rasha Khalaf

RACE OPERATIONSDwight Tanaka .....................................................................Director of Operations

CONSTRUCTIONDavid Carrillo ......................................................................... Construction ForemanCrandell Dickinson ....................................................................Structure Foreman Pablo Martin .................................................................................Structure ForemanDax Pascua ...................................................................................Structure Foreman Jake Tanaka ............................................................................. Construction Foreman

EVENT OPERATIONSMark Platt .............................................................................. Security AdministratorTrace Sardone ..................................................... Assistant Security AdministratorChris Souza .......................................................... Assistant Security AdministratorSteve Shea, M.D…. .................................................................. Chief Medical OfficerKent Shoji, M.D…. ............................................................Assistant Medical OfficerBrian Fong M.D ................................................................Assistant Medical OfficerNate Jones ......................................................................................Paddock Manager

EVENT OPERATIONS - ContinuedMichael Dailey .......................................................................... Information SystemsFrank De Pina ...........................................................................Paddock CoordinatorMike Clancy ...............................................................................Paddock CoordinatorEvan Burge.......................................................................PWC Paddock CoordinatorChristopher Allen…………………………………………..Race CentralLacy Reilly ..................................................................................................Race CentralValerie Davis .............................................................................................Race CentralNick Kunewalder ..................................................................... Lead Pace Car DriverJason Ricker……………………………………..Lead Pace Car DriverKevin Madsen……………………………………………Pace Car DriverKyle Mohan……………………………………………….Pace Car DriverJohn Rapps………………………………………………..Pace Car DriverJason Ricker ..........................................................................................Pace Car DriverPhil Robbins……………………………………………..Pace Car DriverJake Tanaka………………………………………………Pace Car DriverRick Ellis ...................................................................Pace Car Program CoordinatorBrian Ellis .................................................................Pace Car Program Coordinator

CREDENTIALSDeborah Cahn Scott .................................................................Credential Manager Rick Scott .....................................................................................Credential Manager

CREDENTIAL STAFFKelly Gaebel, Bruce Jacob, Beth Cahn Kennedy, Ryan Gales, Ariceli Turnbull

EXPO ASSISTANTS Rod Henderson, Louis Ramirez

PHOTOGRAPHY COORDINATOR ........................................................ Doug Gifford

PHOTOGRAPHERSJohn Bosma, Brian Brantley, Jim Collins, Otis Collins, Bleu Cotton, Carrie Ellsworth, Liezl Estipona, Jack Fleming, Jeff Granberry, Doug Gifford, Arthur Grant, John Grusd, Joe Herkel, Jonathan Ikemoto, Ron Lyon, Kevin Mak, Peter Murray, Kevin Murray, Tim Mathiesen, Luis Navarro

SIGNAGE CREWPaula Gallo, Sammy Gallo, Steve Glomb Seth Jackson, Larry Kerr, Michael Kerr, Brian Lampman, Mark Nulty, Phil Neely, Eduardo Parra, Dakota Rytych, Frank Rytych, Aaron Sharp, Bobby Tamariz, Ed Terwilliger

VICTORY CIRCLE Grant Bolton, Chris Chick, Larry Flint, Dale Garnreiter, Sharon Gustaves, Amber Lacour, Annabelle Muy, Will Palmer, Bill Patton, Tony Rogers

RACE MANAGEMENTDirector ............................................................................................................. Bob Funk

COMMAND CENTERTroy Eubank, Richard Sherwood, Jim O’Mahoney, Barbara Funk, Sandi Sherwood, Rick Gettys, Lois Gettys, Marilyn Gettys, Greg Fast, Juanita Fast, Tanya Llera, Marline Riehle, Jim Tulk, Linda Maxwell, Marie Thomas, Curt Himmelberger

MANAGERSDennis O’Connor, Mark Kaufeld, Tony Barham, Darren Oldham, Kenneth Thomas, Ernie Prokopovych, Les Thompson, Iler Ganz

ZONE MANAGERSRich Rios, Mike Query, David Anderson, Glenn Asamoto, Jeff Long, Irv Hoff, Jeff Jackson, Bubba Barker, Jeff Firestone, Dave Knox, Jeff Knoche, Roy Andriese, Tony Huff, D.J. Johnston, Andy Massey, Gary Horgan, Pat Ganz

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTSAlice Smith, Shyla Kauffeld, Patricia West, Ann Haehn, Betty Johnson, Lynee Schneider, Ginny Hindman, Lori Schneider, Bea Nickerson

VOLUNTEERSDarren AllenRon AllenJulie AndersonGloria AzobellDonna BacaGrady BannonJake BirkettJudy BradyBob BraytonMike BreckshotRyan BrookesBob BrownJulie BrownAlberto BuilesMark BullockPaula BullockBob CanadayNicole CarneyMike CarpenterJim CarrowDana ChaffeeCareen ChapjianShirley DixonLeonardo DominguezJennifer EnosMegan FlandersTony GaetanoMark GarciaJared GaxiolaTom GeerGrace GoodwinHelen GrimesJoy GumzMarlena Hayman

Erin HenningTony HertaKelly HiegginsPat HillKen HolmesCarlos JamailloJudy JennemannSteve JennemannCarol JohnsonJeffrey JohnsonNancy JohnsonJoe KagererKhalid KhalafDwayne KellyLindsey KnightDavid KohlJohn KoniakPaul KoniakRebecca LaneFred LarimerSilvia MahoneyPattie MaudeEmily MillerJulie MillerLeanne MillerCarlos MorabitoBud OrrLaura OrtegaRussell ParksKody ParrisonFrank ParthFrank Parth Jr.Janet PascuaMark PearsonAndrea Perez

George Ponnay IIDon PortAlio PuaMelissa RacadioChris RacadioJennifer RacadioMike RacadioPorsche RacadioRiane RedmondYusef RichardsValentina RiveraSonia RodriquezAdam RogersChristian SantosMark SchiavoneSusan SchwambMike SlebodaLynne SpiegelDana StoryAmy SwindlerMike TaylorJared ThiemeAngela ThompsonJustin ThompsonMyrna ThompsonIvan TrusevychRich VandermeedenShaun VogelLinda WhiteJill WhitleyCrystal WishartAubery WittenJason WittenCindy YenDon Zamboni

HOSPITALITYRobert ArdingerTerry ArdingerTori BakerGrady BannonNoelle BannonPamela BeeDalton BoydLauren BurleyJaime ChristmasChad DavisMathew de los SantosSharon FadaleArmando GonzalezKiarra GutierrezKelly HansonBen HendersonMichelle JeffriesAdam JordanMichael JuarezKurrin KastelanMike KodrichHolly LaubacherSeritha LongDanny Lozano

Samantha LozanoGrecia MarionaCarol MartinezJustin McBrideMark MissickCarlos MorabitoJessica MorganPablo OchoaJanice PaculbaRyan PetersonRyan PlunkettTodd ProchnowMason RetmierYusef RichardSantiago RodriguezErin RytychDakota RytychFrank RytychMario SaucedoAlan ShidelerMike SkibaKen SloverSheri SloverWilliam StepMarshal WarrenPeter Yuja

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