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Greg Biffle, Kyle Petty, Brendan Gaughan and Steve Wallace Scheduled to Visit and Sign Autographs

Richmond, VA (September 3, 2009)—Richmond International Raceway will host a Virginia Blood Services blood drive on Thursday, September 10, from noon to 5 p.m. in the historic Old Dominion Building (participants may enter the property at Gate 4, off of Laburnum Avenue). Richmond International Raceway’s Drive for Life is a collaborative effort among the track, Virginia Blood Services, The NASCAR Foundation and Nationwide. Donors may register in advance by logging on to www.vablood.org.

“Richmond International Raceway values its community and is always looking for ways to give back to the Greater Richmond Metropolitan Area,” said track president Doug Fritz. “By partnering with these great organizations, we will be able to collect much-needed blood for Virginia residents. I encourage everyone to help support this community effort by participating in Richmond International Raceway’s Drive for Life.”

As a special incentive, those who donate blood will receive a ride around Richmond International Raceway’s ¾-mile track (weather permitting; rides will take place from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.; vouchers provided on a first-come, first-served basis). Additionally, Kyle Petty is scheduled to be there and sign autographs at noon. NASCAR Nationwide Series drivers Brendan Gaughan and Steve Wallace are slated to be there at 2:00 p.m. and Greg Biffle is scheduled to visit at 4:30 to sign autographs. Nationwide will have a show car and simulator on-site, as well.

Richmond International Raceway’s Drive for Life is a way to contribute to the 2009 NASCAR Foundation Blood Drive. Last year, Richmond International Raceway’s Drive for Life collected more than 100 units of blood for the third consecutive year.

To register and learn more about this event, please visit foundation.nascar.com. For specific information about giving blood, please contact Virginia Blood Services at 800-989-4438 or visit www.vablood.org.

Richmond International Raceway’s Drive for Life will kick off the NASCAR weekend at America’s Premier Short Track, September 11-12. The Chevy Rock & Roll 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race marks “One Last Race to Make the Chase.” Once the checkered flag drops, the field will be set for the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup. Tickets, which start at $40, can be purchased by logging on to www.rir.com or calling 866-455-RACE (7223).

The weekend begins on Friday, September 11, with a full day of on-track activity, including practice and WRIC-TV8 Pole Qualifying for the Nationwide Series, practice and Fas Mart Pole Qualifying for the Sprint Cup Series and the Virginia 529 College Savings 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series race “under the lights.” Children 12 and under are admitted free with a ticketed adult in general admission sections on Friday only. For tickets and information, please visit www.rir.com or call 866-455-RACE (7223).

About Richmond International Raceway:

Richmond International Raceway, known as America’s Premier Short Track, offers great night racing action and a commitment to the fan experience. One of the most popular facilities among drivers and fans in all of motorsports, Richmond International Raceway annually hosts all of its major events, two NASCAR Doubleheader weekends featuring the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and NASCAR Nationwide Series, under the lights on a ¾-mile D-Shaped oval. The unique layout traditionally produces exciting side-by-side racing, yet drivers reach high enough speeds for a superspeedway feel. Combined with first-class amenities and a focus on the fans, guests at Richmond International Raceway can expect to experience what “Racing Perfection” truly is. For tickets to events at Richmond International Raceway, call 866-455-RACE or visit www.rir.com online.

- Richmond International Raceway, Press Release