Mission Foods Returns as Title Sponsor of AMA Flat Track Grand Championship
Enters second year of three-year title sponsorship supporting amateur flat track racing
PICKERINGTON, Ohio (February 28, 2023) — Mission Foods, the world’s leading manufacturer of tortillas, wraps and tortilla chips, and a top supporter of motorcycle racing, will return for the second year in a row as the title sponsor of the 2023 AMA Flat Track Grand Championship (FTGC), which will take place at Du Quoin State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin, Ill., June 14-20.
The Mission Foods AMA Flat Track Grand Championship has served as the premier amateur flat track event since the mid-1970s and is the only race in the country where you can earn an AMA National No. 1 plate in amateur flat track racing.
Throughout the past few years, Mission Foods has passionately supported motorsports of all types, specifically backing flat track racing and riders at both the amateur and pro levels. Mission Foods CEO Juan Gonzalez, a motorcycle enthusiast and ex-racer, has been key in the company’s commitment to supporting motorcycle racing at every level.
“We are pleased to continue as official title sponsor of the AMA Flat Track Grand Championship,” said Juan Gonzalez, Mission Foods Chief Executive Officer. “It exemplifies our commitment to motorsports, and we are proud to support these young racers as they pursue their passion for motorcycle racing.”
The AMA appreciates Mission Foods’ continued backing of amateur flat track.
“Mission Foods continues to be instrumental in energizing flat track at every level,” said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. “The AMA is proud to have them back for the second year running as our title sponsor for the week-long event.”
Providing seven days of the best amateur flat track action in the country, the event includes all four disciplines of flat track racing: Mile, Half-Mile, Short Track and TT. Racers in each class who have the highest number of points will be awarded AMA National No. 1 plates.
At the end of the event program, special awards will be presented, including the prestigious Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award, AMA Fast Brain Award, AMA Vet/Senior Racer of the Year and AMA Youth Racer of the Year.
Stayed tuned for a Grand Marshal announcement, event schedule, and news on pre-registration. For more information on the upcoming AMA Flat Track Grand Championship, visit http://www.americanmotorcyclist.com/flat-track-racing/.
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. Besides offering members money-saving discounts on products and services, the AMA also publishes American Motorcyclist, a recently revitalized and monthly full-color magazine (and digital version of same) that covers current events and motorcycle history with brilliant photography and compelling writing. American Motorcyclist is also North America’s largest-circulation magazine. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit americanmotorcyclist.com.
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About Mission Foods
MISSION®, owned by GRUMA, S.A.B. de C.V., is the world’s leading brand for tortillas and wraps. MISSION® is also globally renowned for flatbreads, dips, salsas, and Mexican food products. With presence in over 112 countries MISSION® products are suited to the lifestyles and the local tastes of each country. With innovation and customer needs in mind, MISSION® focuses on the highest quality, authentic flavors, and providing healthy options that families and friends can enjoy together. For more information, please visit https://www.missionfoods.com/