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30th ANNUAL World Mini Grand Prix THE 2001 TOP MOTOCROSS EVENT By Sally Ann Paluzzi The 30th Annual World Mini Grand Prix will be presented in Las Vegas, Nevada April 18th through April 22, 2001 on a all new track layout. There is no qualifying for this event. The track is located on the north end of Las Vegas and offers 100% viewing from the p~s and convenient access to all the great entertainment centers and casinos the city has to offer. There are 33 different age and ability classifications presented for Pee Wees up through 125cc and 250 Pro classes and the new 85 OPEN CLASS. GIANT PRO PURSE In addition to the $20,000 plus contingencies that the factories are offering the pros, NMA awards a $4,000.00 purse to the pros covering all four classes available. The World Mini Grand Prix has always been the "showcase" for the up and coming pros beginning with Jeff Ward and up through McGrath, Windham, Lusk, Carmichael, Pastrana and most of the other prominent riders on the national scene. FACTORY CONTINGENCIES Over $80,000 is being offered by the seven major motorcycle factories for the various classes. World Championship trophies are awarded to the top ten in each of the amateur classes. In add~ion to all the factories, over 50 of the top aftermarket companies will be at the World Mini Grand Prix with displays, awarding products and supporting NMA's racing activities. CLASSES FOR ALL In addition to all the motorcycle classes, both stock and modified for all levels of ability, there are classes for the 65cc and 85cc classes offered based on age groups. Gates will open at 8:00AM on Wednesday, April 18 allowing the sea of motorhomes, vans trucks and displays into the park. Post entries will be taken between 9:00AM and 4:00 PM Wednesday only for those who have not mailed in their entries. Practice for all classes will begin at 7:00 AM on Thursday and run through conclusion. Racing will begin Thursday aftemoon after all classes have practiced. Racing will continue Friday at 7:00 AM and every day through Sunday with the championship motos scheduled for Sunday, followed by the awards presentation. The Friday and Saturday activ~ies will conclude in time to allow everyone to enjoy the exciting Las Vegas night life. With the all new track facility and the outstanding contingencies, prizes and awards, this year's World Mini Grand Prix promises to be the premier event of 2001. No advance events or practice is scheduled for the all new track which will make it equal for all. FOR MORE INFORMATION: (909) 657-6782 OR (562) 868-8112. (Advortisemem) 3 i wm:a $ SUZUKI. CLASSES FOR ALL ~ ~ ~ ~ i ! I 50 P. Wee Stk. Thru 6 50 P. Wee Mod Thru 6 50 P. Wee Stk 7-8 50 P Wee Mod 7-8 50 Super PW Mod 6-9 65 Jr. Cycle Slit. U 65 Jr. Cycle Mod. U 65 Jr. Cycle Stk. 9·11 i 9 ~ EVENT COVERAGE BY mrn~ LJUL.CJL~ HOMLES,HOT MOTORSPORTSNEWS [MXRIDER_colft~ BUal ne f?lv:r;:Jn 15 \..::::J u~ ~rM8~ ~ ~plaY9~l7lf.l5l9fjN*'EJ ~ ' '--'.w..,,~~ ~ ~ 1\!J·:·k9:J.~a 6iG!lKM~?S eye I e n ... _ SO • FEBRUARY 21 • 2001 49