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SONOMA, Calif. (May 15, 2010) — Infineon Raceway is honoring the military throughout the 2010 motor-racing season with its Sonoma Salutes Our Troops program, and race fans can now become part of the initiative with the Hometown Hero contest.

Race fans can nominate a current or former member of the United States military or National Guard, and that military member could be recognized at the Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race on Sunday, June 20 (Father’s Day). Today was specifically chosen for this announcement as it is National Armed Forces Day.

Race fans must submit their selection at www.infineonraceway.com/military,  as well as reasons why that member of the military should be recognized. Race fans must also submit a picture of the military member.

The winner (military member) of the contest will receive a VIP experience for him/her, plus a guest at the Toyota/Save Mart 350, including lodging. He/she will also be recognized as the Hometown Hero to the crowd during pre-race ceremonies, moments before the green flag is dropped on the Toyota/Save Mart 350.

The contest closes on Sunday, June 6, so be sure and visit www.infineonraceway.com/military to submit your Hometown Hero. For questions, contact Rachal Pollen at rpollen@infineonraceway.com.

Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series

WHAT: Big O Tires Racing Season Presents: Toyota/Save Mart 350
WHEN: June 18-20 (Father’s Day weekend)
2009 POLE WINNER: Brian Vickers (Red Bull Toyota)
2009 WINNER: Kasey Kahne (Budweiser Ford)

NOTABLE: The weekend will also feature the Thunder Valley Casino Resort 200 NASCAR Pro Series West race on Saturday.

TICKETS: $25-$130 single day/$99-$180 weekend; parking is FREE. Discounts for military.

INFORMATION: 800-870-RACE, infineonraceway.com or ticketmaster.com

- Infineon Raceway, Press Release