TULARE, Calif. — Thunderbowl Raceway is set to wrap up the season with Abreu Vineyards Trophy Cup 32 benefiting the Rayce Rudeen Foundation Thursday through Saturday.
The Trophy Cup is widely known for featuring some of the most intense racing that is seen all year long. It’s also well regarded for being held to support the community and have a charitable focus.
For the second consecutive year it will benefit the Rayce Rudeen Foundation — a cause dedicated to saving lives and supporting families affected by addiction.
This weekend marks the 21st occasion that Trophy Cup will be held at Stone Chevrolet Buick GMC Thunderbowl Raceway in Tulare.
With 410 winged sprint cars returning to the Gold Cup, the overall champion takes home $30,000 from the point fund, plus a commemorative Trophy Cup 32 – 14K Gold Ring.
The three-day purse of more than $318,000 will pay $7,500 to feature winners on Thursday and Friday and $10,000 to win on Saturday night.
Last season saw Sebastopol’s Joel Myers Jr. charge from 24th to eighth on the final night to secure his initial Trophy Cup title.
Former Trophy Cup champions set to compete this weekend include three-time winners Shane Golobic from Fremont and Tim Kaeding of San Jose, along with 2015 champ Bud Kaeding from Campbell.
California legend Brent Kaeding holds the distinction of being the all-time Trophy Cup wins leader, having claimed the title on four occasions.
Special Functions:
For the second straight year a “Kickoff Party” will be held on Wednesday night October 28th at 9 Iron Bar & Grill and The Tulare Golf Course, featuring a bracket-style horseshoe tournament with drivers and teams.
A putt putt for charity will also occur that is open to all.
Thursday’s Horsepower Hydration After Party in the pavilion will be Taco Night. Friday post-race will feature the popular BBQ Night donated by High 5 Pizza and Catering. Live music will be provided both nights by the Connor Party. Ice cold beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase.
On Saturday morning starting at 8am in the pavilion, Red Beer and Breakfast Burritos will be served up, followed by a cornhole tournament. A Fan Fest will be held in the afternoon on the fairgrounds, while a post-race party showcasing a Nacho Bar takes place for the second straight year as well.
