Phil Posted August 26, 2003 Report Share Posted August 26, 2003 BSI ANNOUNCES "GRAND PRIX FOR THE FANS" A wealth of activities, competitions and promotions have been planned to ensure that Saturday’s event (30 August) will be the greatest speedway event Sweden has ever seen, including: •A spectacular pre-show entertainment programme that will last 45 minutes before the event. •The top five riders in the current championships standings: Tony Rickardsson, Nicki Pedersen, Leigh Adams, Jason Crump and Greg Hancock signing autographs between 1700h – 1730h on the concourse outside the stadium. •Over 50 lucky fans will also actively participate in the event. The SGP Grid Girls will hand pick 24 supporters to accompany the 24 riders in the Rider Parade, a further 24 fans will have the chance to win an original 2003 race jacket autographed by all 24 riders and finally three fans will be picked to accompany the three winning riders on their victory parade lap and be part of the presentation ceremony. • A reprint of the programme will be on sale at 40 SEK, half the original price, although fans can use the programme they purchased last week. • 2,000 flags will also be distributed free amongst the crowd • There will also be a significant discount on all official SGP merchandise on the day. “This weekends Grand Prix is all about the fans” explains John Postlethwaite, Chief Executive, Benfield Sports International. “We want to make up for the huge disappointment of last Saturday and give the fans something back and restore their faith in the Grand Prix Series. That is why we are dedicating this weekend’s event to the fans and planned a whole host of activities which will give supporters the speedway night of their lives.” “Ole Olsen and his track building team have worked round the clock to get the track in top condition for Saturday night. Tony Rickardsson has been invited to test the track on Thursday evening around 1900h and the riders are adamant that they will put on a show no one will forget.” http://www.speedwaygp.com/newhome/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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