D/ brook braces for Drag racing grand finale

THRILLS and spills are expected at Donnybrook Raceway tomorrow when close to 100 racers converge for the 2019 Castrol Drag Racing final showdown.

With the national trophy and title for the whole year at stake, both motorcycle and vehicle riders will be out to prove their mettle.

The annual fiesta, which normally attract bumper crowds, is set to star some of the finest motor racing drivers and bikers on the land.

Terry Albery of Bulawayo, the defending champion, will likely face stern test from the field as most drivers from several provinces have been preparing well.

Event organiser, Michael Raw, predicted an enticing show at the ceremonial home of racing in Southern Africa.

“The contest will definitely provide the adrenalin and excitement that you expect from this event. Both young and old drivers and riders are raring to go and we are expecting not just fireworks but thrills,” said Raw.

“We hope the event will attract huge crowds to which we have become accustomed. That the final showdown will decide the national champion for the year will spice an already tense competition which features the best of riders in the country.”

Drag racing over the past few years has become one of the largest and most successful motorsports in the country attracting big crowds and the most competitors to the Donybrook racetrack since the early 1990’s.

Events have regularly attracted over 2 000 spectators and 50-60 competitors, all wanting a taste of the adrenaline sport.

“We encourage new blood in the sport and will welcome new drivers and assist in training and grooming them join our racing community.

“This year has seen faster racing and more excitement for the crowds who flock to Donybrook and we hope that this coming Sunday (tomorrow) will be no different with the grudge matches that have been progressing between the competitors throughout the year culminating in this final showdown.

“The racing this Sunday will decide the national drag racing champion to whom the trophy and title will go for the year.

“The trophy is currently held by Terry Albery from Bulawayo but the drivers from Harare are hoping to bring it home.

“There will be security and safety measure put in place to protect both spectators and drivers. Above all, we hope to provide you with the adrenalin and excitement that you have come to expect from this event.”

Gates open at 10am, and the event will conclude with the knock outs at 4pm to crown the fastest drivers of the day for both motorcycles and vehicles.

Entrance fees have been pegged at $10 for spectators while children under the age of 12 will enter for free.