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POMONA, Calif. (February 7, 2008) – Gotham City Racing teammates Melanie Troxel and Mike Ashley had mixed results during the first day of qualifying at the CARQUEST Auto Parts Winternationals in Pomona, Calif. today. In her first-ever Funny Car qualifying pass, Troxel recorded a 4.900/316.45-pass to grab the provisional No. 8 qualifying spot, while teammate and team co-owner Mike Ashley’s matching ProCare RX Dodge Charger R/T failed to fire on the starting line, netting no numbers.
After struggling to get down the track in pre-season testing, Troxel said she very pleased with her run.
“That felt a whole lot better than the tire-shaking, teeth-rattling runs we made in Phoenix [at pre-season testing]. Brian and Mark Oswald and the guys really gave me a great hot rod, and, thanks to [team owners] Mike Ashley and Roger Burgess, we’ve got everything we need to be competitive this season,” Troxel said.
“There were so many details to get taken care of in order for us to get this ProCare Rx Charger to this point, I am glad we got such a good lap. Both of these cars are brand new, so, while I’m disappointed for Mike, I know the team will get him going tomorrow,” she said.
Ashley said, “We just made the decision to run this car here last Wednesday, and at that point, the car wasn’t even put together. The guys have been working so hard, and my crew chiefs Aaron Brooks and Rod Centorbi made the call on the line not to push it, knowing that we have three more chances to qualify.
“I totally respect them and I’ve got complete confidence that I’ll be in the show come Sunday,” he said.
Qualifying continues tomorrow with a session scheduled for 2:30 p.m. and two sessions at 12:30 and 3 p.m. Saturday. Final eliminations begin at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10. ESPN2 and ESPN2 HD will televise qualifying highlights at 8 p.m. (ET) on Saturday, Feb. 9. NHRA Raceday, a 30-minute pre-race show, will air at 11 a.m. (ET) on Sunday, Feb. 10 and eliminations beginning at 7:30 p.m. (ET) on Sunday evening.
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For more information about Melanie Troxel, Mike Ashley and Gotham City Racing, visit the team website: Mike Ashley's Gotham City Racing.
About ProCare Rx:
Roger and Barbara Burgess founded ProCare Rx in 1988 to provide prescription drug claims processing, clinical services and support for any organization that provides a Prescription Drug Benefit to its employees or members. Clients include self-insured businesses, unions, hospices, worker compensation plans, local and county governments, health maintenance organizations, associations and other insurance plans.
Today, after almost 20 years in business, ProCare Rx is one of the largest privately held Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBM) and administrators in the United States, experiencing 19 straight years of continual growth. The company works with pharmacies and prescription drug manufacturers to ensure that clients save money while managing the health of their members thru the application of innovative technologies and population health services directed to all members, with focus on those with chronic conditions.
For more information, visit the company web site at ProCare Rx - Better, Faster, Cheaper & Customized!.
About Gotham City Racing:
In January 2008, entrepreneur and race enthusiast Roger Burgess joined Mike Ashley as co-owner, and together they formed Gotham City Racing LLC. Mike and Roger share the same vision for continued growth of the team into an organization determined to set the standard within the drag race industry, from on the track performance to marketing and sponsor activation.
Gotham City Racing is also sponsored by:
* Oakley - Oakley - The Official Site
* The Hyperbaric Therapy Center - Hyperbaric Therapy Center - Hyperbaric Chamber
* Lend America - Nationwide, direct lender, Lend America offers mortgages, loans, with little to no money down, quick loan process
Lend America is a nationwide direct lender, specializing in residential financing for one to four family homes. Contact Lend America today at (877) 4-RACE LOAN or visit them online.
TROXEL AND ASHLEY HAVE MIXED RESULTS DURING DAY ONE IN POMONA
POMONA, Calif. (February 7, 2008) – Gotham City Racing teammates Melanie Troxel and Mike Ashley had mixed results during the first day of qualifying at the CARQUEST Auto Parts Winternationals in Pomona, Calif. today. In her first-ever Funny Car qualifying pass, Troxel recorded a 4.900/316.45-pass to grab the provisional No. 8 qualifying spot, while teammate and team co-owner Mike Ashley’s matching ProCare RX Dodge Charger R/T failed to fire on the starting line, netting no numbers.
After struggling to get down the track in pre-season testing, Troxel said she very pleased with her run.
“That felt a whole lot better than the tire-shaking, teeth-rattling runs we made in Phoenix [at pre-season testing]. Brian and Mark Oswald and the guys really gave me a great hot rod, and, thanks to [team owners] Mike Ashley and Roger Burgess, we’ve got everything we need to be competitive this season,” Troxel said.
“There were so many details to get taken care of in order for us to get this ProCare Rx Charger to this point, I am glad we got such a good lap. Both of these cars are brand new, so, while I’m disappointed for Mike, I know the team will get him going tomorrow,” she said.
Ashley said, “We just made the decision to run this car here last Wednesday, and at that point, the car wasn’t even put together. The guys have been working so hard, and my crew chiefs Aaron Brooks and Rod Centorbi made the call on the line not to push it, knowing that we have three more chances to qualify.
“I totally respect them and I’ve got complete confidence that I’ll be in the show come Sunday,” he said.
Qualifying continues tomorrow with a session scheduled for 2:30 p.m. and two sessions at 12:30 and 3 p.m. Saturday. Final eliminations begin at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10. ESPN2 and ESPN2 HD will televise qualifying highlights at 8 p.m. (ET) on Saturday, Feb. 9. NHRA Raceday, a 30-minute pre-race show, will air at 11 a.m. (ET) on Sunday, Feb. 10 and eliminations beginning at 7:30 p.m. (ET) on Sunday evening.
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For more information about Melanie Troxel, Mike Ashley and Gotham City Racing, visit the team website: Mike Ashley's Gotham City Racing.
About ProCare Rx:
Roger and Barbara Burgess founded ProCare Rx in 1988 to provide prescription drug claims processing, clinical services and support for any organization that provides a Prescription Drug Benefit to its employees or members. Clients include self-insured businesses, unions, hospices, worker compensation plans, local and county governments, health maintenance organizations, associations and other insurance plans.
Today, after almost 20 years in business, ProCare Rx is one of the largest privately held Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBM) and administrators in the United States, experiencing 19 straight years of continual growth. The company works with pharmacies and prescription drug manufacturers to ensure that clients save money while managing the health of their members thru the application of innovative technologies and population health services directed to all members, with focus on those with chronic conditions.
For more information, visit the company web site at ProCare Rx - Better, Faster, Cheaper & Customized!.
About Gotham City Racing:
In January 2008, entrepreneur and race enthusiast Roger Burgess joined Mike Ashley as co-owner, and together they formed Gotham City Racing LLC. Mike and Roger share the same vision for continued growth of the team into an organization determined to set the standard within the drag race industry, from on the track performance to marketing and sponsor activation.
Gotham City Racing is also sponsored by:
* Oakley - Oakley - The Official Site
* The Hyperbaric Therapy Center - Hyperbaric Therapy Center - Hyperbaric Chamber
* Lend America - Nationwide, direct lender, Lend America offers mortgages, loans, with little to no money down, quick loan process
Lend America is a nationwide direct lender, specializing in residential financing for one to four family homes. Contact Lend America today at (877) 4-RACE LOAN or visit them online.
