Inside Line Promotions - FORNEY, Texas (Aug. 19, 2013) - After taking the last couple of weeks off, Travis Rilat is ready to return to the cockpit of Richard Saumure's sprint car.
The duo will pair up on Friday and Saturday at Castrol Raceway in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, where the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series will tackle the annual Oil City Cup.
"I'm excited to get back out there and see what Richard, the crew and I can put together against the Outlaws," Rilat said. "We had a solid showing last year at that event."
Rilat finished ninth in the opener last season before rallying from 19th to finish 10th and earn the KSE Hard Charger Award during the finale at the 3/8-mile oval.
He has competed twice at Castrol Raceway this season - both in July. Rilat claimed the opening night of the 59th annual Gold Cup before taking the challenge and maneuvering from 14th to second during the Race of Champions.
"We get around that track pretty well," he said. "Obviously the World of Outlaws are the best in the business so I'm ready to see how we match up."
In 18 races this season, Rilat and Saumure have teamed up for four victories and 12 top-five finishes.
SEASON STATS -
26 races, 4 wins, 14 top fives, 19 top 10s, 20 top 15s, 24 top 20s
UP NEXT -
Friday and Saturday at Castrol Raceway in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, with the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series
VIDEO -
Here is a highlight video by Nathan Prince of Rilat's Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour victory at Grays Harbor Raceway in Elma, Wash., on July 12: http://youtu.be/Md1evWDAl30
Here's a video by Nathan Prince of Rilat's ASCS Northwest Region Speedweek win at Grays Harbor Raceway in Elma, Wash., on June 28: http://youtu.be/NAeXAJn8nS0
MEDIA LINKS -
Website: http://www.TravisRilat.com
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TravisRilat29
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"They do so much stuff I can't even keep up," Rilat said. "They are one of the major sponsors and we're grateful for all of the help they provide."
Rilat would also like to thank Xtreme Oilfield Technology, Northern Provincial Pipelines, Matt's Oilfield Services, TriJet Manufacturing Services, Shark Racing Engines, Northern Lights Welding, Camex VP, Rob Wright Building Supplies, Scott Safety, Max Fuel, Jaron Water Hauling, Maxim, Factory Kahne, HRP, Ti22, Weld Wheels, Ben Cook Racing and Smiley's Racing Products among others for their continued support on Richard Saumure's No. 39c Maxim.
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- Admin Account on Aug 20, 2013
- Article Date: 8/20/2013 by Shawn Miller