Tedesco to Race the Monster Energy Cup
August 4, 2011, 8:00pm
AURORA, Ill. – Feld Motor Sports® announced today that former two-time Supercross Lites class champion Ivan Tedesco, of Murrieta, Calif., will race the inaugural Monster Energy Cup at Las Vegas’ Sam Boyd Stadium on October 15.
Following two major surgeries to repair injuries sustained earlier this year, Tedesco, who rides for Dodge/Hart & Huntington/Kawasaki, will make his return to racing at the Monster Energy Cup.
“Right before the end of the supercross season I had hip surgery and two weeks after that I had reconstructive knee surgery to repair my ACL,” said Tedesco. “I am working my butt off in therapy, and will make my return to racing at the Monster Energy Cup.”
A proven fast starter, Tedesco, who earned three holeshots this year, says that with a 10-lap, three-main event format there will be several riders that can ride at the front of the pack.
“I consider myself a good starter and this is the type of race where a good start is crucial,” said Tedesco. “The shorter motos will bring out the speed in everyone; there are a lot guys that can go fast for 10 laps.”
The hybrid supercross/motocross track that Jeremy McGrath and Ricky Carmichael are designing will level the playing field for riders that specialize in the technical aspect of supercross and the high-speed aspect of motocross.
“This is the type of race that will show everyone’s raw speed,” said Tedesco. “We’ve never had a race like this before, and we are going to see who the best all around racer is.”
The unique hybrid track will consist of supercross/motocross terrain and will have a tremendous motocross-style influence, making it unlike any other stadium race in the world. This track will be the perfect blend of supercross and motocross combined and created into the ultimate battleground. The Monster Energy Cup posts a $250,000 purse with the winner walking away with a $100,000 check, and for the “first time ever” $1 Million will be paid to a rider that wins all three main events.
Tickets for the 2011 Monster Energy Cup can be purchased at the Thomas & Mack Center Box Office, UNLVtickets outlets, online at www.UNLVtickets.com, www.MonsterEnergyCup.com, or by phone at (702) 739-FANS. Tickets will be available at the Sam Boyd Stadium Box Office on the day of the event only.
About Feld Motor Sports®
Feld Motor Sports®, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Nuclear Cowboyz℠, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com.
Following two major surgeries to repair injuries sustained earlier this year, Tedesco, who rides for Dodge/Hart & Huntington/Kawasaki, will make his return to racing at the Monster Energy Cup.
“Right before the end of the supercross season I had hip surgery and two weeks after that I had reconstructive knee surgery to repair my ACL,” said Tedesco. “I am working my butt off in therapy, and will make my return to racing at the Monster Energy Cup.”
A proven fast starter, Tedesco, who earned three holeshots this year, says that with a 10-lap, three-main event format there will be several riders that can ride at the front of the pack.
“I consider myself a good starter and this is the type of race where a good start is crucial,” said Tedesco. “The shorter motos will bring out the speed in everyone; there are a lot guys that can go fast for 10 laps.”
The hybrid supercross/motocross track that Jeremy McGrath and Ricky Carmichael are designing will level the playing field for riders that specialize in the technical aspect of supercross and the high-speed aspect of motocross.
“This is the type of race that will show everyone’s raw speed,” said Tedesco. “We’ve never had a race like this before, and we are going to see who the best all around racer is.”
The unique hybrid track will consist of supercross/motocross terrain and will have a tremendous motocross-style influence, making it unlike any other stadium race in the world. This track will be the perfect blend of supercross and motocross combined and created into the ultimate battleground. The Monster Energy Cup posts a $250,000 purse with the winner walking away with a $100,000 check, and for the “first time ever” $1 Million will be paid to a rider that wins all three main events.
Tickets for the 2011 Monster Energy Cup can be purchased at the Thomas & Mack Center Box Office, UNLVtickets outlets, online at www.UNLVtickets.com, www.MonsterEnergyCup.com, or by phone at (702) 739-FANS. Tickets will be available at the Sam Boyd Stadium Box Office on the day of the event only.
About Feld Motor Sports®
Feld Motor Sports®, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. productions include Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®, Monster Energy Supercross, AMA Arenacross Series, Nuclear Cowboyz℠, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world’s largest producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld Entertainment, visit www.feldentertainment.com.
