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Pennsylvania Posse member Anthony Macri adds spice to Trophy Cup 27

Macri Heading West by Ron Rodda Lincoln, CA…Later this month Anthony Macri will experience two events for his first time ever, coming to California and racing in the Aberu Vineyards 27th Trophy Cup Presented by Rudeen Racing. Macri has never visited the Golden State and will be able to combine racing in the Cup with some tourist time. It was the dominant driver in the last Trophy Cup who facilitated the opportunity. When Rico Abreu was in Pennsylvania Macri mentioned to him he [...]

October 5, 2021

Special event schedule for the Trophy Cup

Special events taking place during Trophy Cup 27- Thursday after the races: Hot Dog/ Chili Dogs sponsored by KRC Safety plus RC Car Racing Friday after the races: Taco Bravo Fiesta Night featuring Tacos plus RC Car Racing Saturday before the races: Spaghetti Feed presented by Steve Faria/ Thunderbowl Raceway plus Cow Pie Bingo The post-race parties start 20 minutes after the checkered flag with beer, water and soft drinks also available for purchase inside. A donation to the Make-A-Wish Foundation at the door [...]

October 5, 2021

Trophy Cup 27 is fast approaching at Thunderbowl Raceway in Tulare

Abreu Vineyards Trophy Cup 27 presented by Rudeen Racing fast approaching at Thunderbowl Raceway By Gary Thomas Tulare, CA – September 29, 2021…The biggest event of the season at Thunderbowl Raceway is fast approaching with the Abreu Vineyards Trophy Cup 27 presented by Rudeen Racing ready to invade Tulare on October 21, 22 and 23. The Trophy Cup continues to be one of the premier Winged Sprint Car showcases in the country and the 2021 version is sure to be another can’t [...]

September 29, 2021

107 Entries For 27th Trophy Cup

TULARE, Calif. – The Abreu Vineyards 27th Annual Trophy Cup Presented By Rudeen Racing entry deadline has passed and 107 entries have been accepted for the Oct. 21-23 event at Thunderbowl Raceway. The large field of winged 360 sprints will be racing for a $200,000 purse which guarantees the Cup champion $27,000 for capturing the title. All drivers who qualify for the Saturday night 50-lap main event are guaranteed a minimum of $5,000 total for the three-day event. Preliminary racing on [...]

September 24, 2021

Recent Dirt Classic winner Justin Peck returns to Trophy Cup next month

Justin Peck To Return To Trophy Cup By Ron Rodda Lincoln, CA…One of several cars entered for the Abreu Vineyards 27th Trophy Cup Presented By Rudeen Racing that was lacking a driver has named Justin Peck as the choice to chase the $200,000 purse next month. Peck’s appearance at the three day event on October 21-23 will be his second time in Tulare, driving the F and F Racing X1 winged 360 sprint this time after a less than successful venture in [...]

September 24, 2021

Trophy Cup invades Thunderbowl on October 21, 22 and 23

The next scheduled event at Thunderbowl Raceway in Tulare is Trophy Cup 27 on Thursday-Saturday October 21st, 22nd and 23rd, 2021. Had some questions on the dates of the show. These are the correct ones.

August 24, 2021

KWS-NARC/ Kings of Thunder 360s and RaceSaver Sprints invade Tulare Friday

TULARE & SANTA MARIA SET TO HOST NARC-KING OF THE WEST DOUBLEHEADER (7/19/21) Sacramento, CA … This weekend brings the second doubleheader of the 2021 NARC King of the West Fujitsu Sprint Car campaign with the “Chris and Brian Faria Memorial” at Tulare’s Thunderbowl Raceway kicking off two nights of racing on Friday, July 23rd. The following night, July 24th, showcases the “Winged Madness” night at Nipomo’s Santa Maria Raceway, in an event that will feature a Wheelie Contest. Friday’s event in Tulare honors the two brothers [...]

July 19, 2021

Faria Memorial moves to Friday July 23 and features new division lineup

Thunderbowl Raceway announces Faria Memorial schedule update Tulare, CA…After consulting with several race teams Thunderbowl Raceway has announced that the “Chris & Brian Faria Memorial” has been moved to Friday July 23rd and will feature a slight update to the night’s lineup of divisions. The Faria Memorial date change comes about to improve participation from local teams, as well as help the King of the West-NARC Series event at Santa Maria Speedway the following night. The new lineup on Friday July 23rd [...]

May 21, 2021

Peter Murphy gives thanks for support of the 2021 Peter Murphy Classic

Peter Murphy gives thanks for support of the 2021 Peter Murphy Classic By Gary Thomas Hanford, CA…Coming off a successful running of the “Peter Murphy Classic” event organizer Peter Murphy wanted to express his gratitude for everyone that supported the event this past weekend. “We are always striving for a great night of racing and I learn every night that there’s continually things to improve upon, but I felt the weekend went well and just want everyone to know how appreciative I [...]

May 19, 2021

$11,000 TO WIN PETER MURPHY CLASSIC AT TULARE NEXT UP FOR NARC

(5/10/21) Sacramento, CA … Following a nearly two-month break since the season opener, the NARC King of the West Fujitsu 410 Sprint Cars travel to Tulare’s Thunderbowl Raceway this Saturday May 15th for the Seventh Annual Peter Murphy Classic. The event is Peter Murphy’s way of giving back to those who supported him following his career-ending accident in 2013. The former competitor out of Australia was a versatile and potent driver in his time, frequently visiting victory lanes along the west coast. [...]

May 10, 2021