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THE GREATEST SPECTATOR SPORT ON TWO WHEELS RETURNS TO
MISSOURI TO ADD A LITTLE MORE VRRROOOM

The Progressive Insurance U.S. Flat Track Series Returns to the Sedalia State Fair Speedway

SEDALIA, MO- August 11, 2003 – With the heated points race closing in on the end, motorcycle fans will once again feel the rumble of 750cc to 1,000cc motorcycles when the AMA (American Motorcyclist Association) Progressive Insurance U.S. Flat Track Championship returns to the Sedalia State Fair Speedway Saturday, August 23. The competition is strong and there is no one racer that has been able to dominate this track since Will Davis’ three wins. Fans can expect lots of excitement from the racers who are all determined to make their name at this track.

The race marks the 13th of 17 races in the national 2003 AMA Progressive Insurance Series. "Coming off the TT track at Peoria where finesse is key to hitting the jump and getting around the right-hand turn, the racers will now need speed to win at the Speedway,” said U.S. Flat Track operations manager Steve Morehead. “With only two half-mile races left, the anticipation level to see who will come out on top of the points race is building.”

“We are proud to be hosting yet another AMA Progressive Insurance race,” said promoter and owner of Yeager's Cycle Sales Inc., Rick Yeager. “This is the ninth year the series has come to Sedalia and we would like to make it more of a tradition.”

Admission gates open at 4:30 p.m. with practice rounds at 5:00pm, and the race beginning at 8:00 p.m. All riders will be competing for the $40,000 purse and Chris Carr, the defending series champ, will be aiming for his fifth AMA Grand National title during the 2003 season.

Progressive, the nation’s largest motorcycle insurer, continues its unique program that adds money to the $100,000 series point fund. Each time a flat track fan gets an insurance quote on his or her motorcycle, auto, RV, or watercraft by calling 1-800-FLAT-TRACK or visiting 1800FlatTrack.com, Progressive will donate an additional $1 to the point fund. The fund is awarded to riders at the end of the season.

“We’re thrilled to continue to be a part of this exciting series, and to give the series’ fans a chance to help build the point fund,” said Miriam Deitcher, motorcycle marketing manager for Progressive.

Established in the early 1900’s, flat track racing is one of the oldest forms of motorcycle racing and the AMA Progressive Insurance U.S. Flat Track Championship is the premier flat track motorcycle racing series in the U.S. The nation’s best flat track motorcycle racers participate in the series, racing on outdoor oval dirt tracks that range from one-quarter mile to one mile in length. The highlight of the races is the 25-lap main event, with riders racing within inches of one another at speeds in excess of 100 mph., often ending in a photo finish.

For immediate post-race results, points, in-depth series and rider information, regular columnists and much more, log onto www.1800flattrack.com, the official Web site of the AMA Progressive Insurance U.S. Flat Track Championships.

Progressive Insurance (NYSE:PGR), headquartered in Mayfield Village, Ohio, is the nation’s largest motorcycle insurer and one of the nation’s largest personal auto insurers. In business since 1937, the company provides all drivers with competitive rates and 24-hour, in-person services. Progressive has a long history of involvement with the AMA including being the AMA’s exclusive insurance provider and providing discounted rates for AMA members. More information can be found at progressive.com or by calling 1-800-FLAT-TRACK.

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Editor’s Note: Please contact Brenda Schwenk of Yeager's Cycle Sales Inc., at 660-221-2925 or Rick Yeager at 660-221-2925 for press credentials. Steve Morehead, select racers and promoter Rick Yeager will be available for photos and interviews. For additional information, please contact Jericho Communications at 212-645-6900.

Round Thirteen of the 2003 AMA Progressive Insurance U.S. Flat Track Championship
***MARK THE DATE***
Date:

Saturday, August 23, 2003
Time:

Admission Gates Open – 4:30 p.m.
Practice Rounds – 5:00 p.m.
Qualifying Rounds – 6:30 p.m.
Opening Ceremonies – 7:30 p.m.
Racing Begins – 8:00 p.m.

Location: Sedalia State Fair Speedway
At The Missouri State Fairgrounds
2503 West 16th Street

Ticket Prices & Seats: Ticket prices are $24 (ticket prices for children under 12 years old are half price). Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling Yeager's Cycle Sales Inc., at (660) 826-2925.

Further information is also available on-line at www.1800flattrack.com

AMA Progressive Insurance U.S. Flat Track Championship Schedule*

Date

Venue

Location

Type
March 8 Municipal Stadium Daytona Beach, FL Short Track
March 29 Tunica Arena Tunica, MS Indoor Short Track
May 24 Illinois State Fairgrounds Springfield, IL T.T.
May 25 Illinois State Fairgrounds Springfield, IL Mile
May 31 K.C. Raceway Chillicothe, OH Short Track
June 14 Tri-City Speedway Granite City, IL Half-mile
June 21 Tri-State Speedway Haubstadt, IN Short Track
June 28 Allen County Fairgrounds Lima, OH Half-mile
July 5 Sharon Speedway Hartford, OH Half-mile
August 9 Hagerstown Speedway Hagerstown, Md Half-mile
August 17 Peoria Race Park Peoria, IL T.T.
August 23 State Fair Speedway Sedalia, MO Half-mile
August 29 Hales Corners Speedway Milwaukee, WI Short Track
September 6 Vernon Downs Vernon, NY Mile
September 20 Scioto Downs Columbus, OH Half-mile
September 27 Illinois State Fairgrounds Springfield, IL Short Track
September 28 Illinois State Fairgrounds Springfield, IL Mile

*Dates and locations subject to change