Sprint Nextel Joins Joliet’s Race Fan Rally
NASCAR’s top series sponsor adds excitement and visibility to annual event

JOLIET , Ill. – June 22, 2006 – Officials from Joliet’s Race Fan Rally committee today announced Sprint Nextel as the newest sponsor of the 2006 Joliet Race Fan Rally. Sprint Nextel joins AAA, 3M, Comcast, Great Clips, the Army National Guard and several other major sponsors who will bring up-close and personal NASCAR experiences to race fans in Joliet on July 6. Joliet Race Fan Rally will feature NASCAR driver appearances, show cars on display, driving simulators and live music acts.

Sprint Nextel will bring an interactive display that houses two NEXTEL Cup racing simulators.

“To have the leading series sponsor of NASCAR understand the value and importance of this event by sponsoring us makes a huge statement regarding the growth and popularity of this event,” said Tom Mahalik, vice president of the Joliet City Center Partnership. “We have seen this event grow from under 10,000 attendees six years ago to possibly reaching the 40,000 mark this July and the biggest sponsors in NASCAR are seeing this too.”

“We are thrilled to be a part of Joliet’s Race Fan Rally,” said Ginette Qualey, Sprint field marketing manager. “ Joliet should be commended for creating a first class event that is free to the public and fun for all who attend.”

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