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WWE Hall of Famer to appear at wrestling event at Lebanon I-44 Speedway May 6
LEBANON, Mo. – America’s two most fan-friendly sports will unite on Saturday, May 6 when Ringside Championship Wrestling (RCW) and Lebanon I-44 Speedway present “Speedway Slam” featuring a night of pro wrestling and NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racing.
“This year we are offering a number of special unique attractions at Lebanon I-44 Speedway,” said David Willard, co-owner of the racetrack. “We are honored to partner with RCW Wrestling to present wrestling matches at the speedway on May 6.”
The event will include three wrestling matches plus a guest appearance by the legendary Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat, a WWE Hall of Famer and former NWA World Heavyweight Champion. Steamboat will be on hand to meet fans and will have merchandise and photo opportunities available for purchase.
The line-up for the actual wrestling contests will feature former WWE Tag Team Champion Trevor Murdoch, “Superstar” Steve Fender, Lucy Mendez, “Miss Natural” Heather Patera, Brandon “Espy” Espinosa and Air Raid.
Lebanon Mayor Josh Ray will serve as guest ring announcer for the three matches.
“Pro wrestling is one of my many passions,” said Ray. “I’m looking forward to this event on May 6. I hope fans will come out to enjoy some entertainment right here in our own backyard.”
Admission is $15 each for grandstand admission and $17 each for tier parking, admitting fans to the evening’s races and the wrestling matches. Gates will open at 6 p.m. with the first match taking place around 7 p.m. and races starting at 7:30.
Lebanon I-44 Speedway, located at 24069 Route 66, presents NASCAR short track racing every Saturday evening from late April thru September. The location is Missouri’s only paved track with a 3/8 mile high banked asphalt track sanctioned by NASCAR.
For more information on “Speedway Slam” or any other Lebanon I-44 Speedway event this season, call (417) 532-2060 or visit www.I44Speedway.net.
