Motor Racing Network will kick off a full weekend of coverage from Richmond International Raceway with Thursday’s exclusive webcast of the annual Denny Hamlin Short-Track Showdown. Reigning Sprint Cup Series champion #14-Tony Stewart is among the NASCAR drivers scheduled to compete in the 100-lap special event that ‘ll be run in two segments. MotorRacingNetwork.com will stream live coverage starting at 8 p.m. (EDT) on Thursday, April 26, with Dave Moody and Steve Post anchoring the broadcast. This marks the second year that Hamlin has held his event at RIR in conjunction with the track’s annual springtime Sprint Cup/Nationwide Series doubleheader. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Denny Hamlin Foundation, which raises funds for individuals and families suffering from cystic fibrosis. Fans can make donations by visiting www.dennyhamlinfoundation.org. Thursday’s race is part of the 2012 NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Late Model Division & but with a twist. A number of big-name NASCAR drivers are competing including Hamlin himself, Stewart, #31-Jeff Burton, #20-Joey Logano and #18-Kyle Busch – a two-time winner of the special event.(MRN)(4-26-2012)
