Story By: CAMDEN PROUD / OSWEGO SPEEDWAY – WATKINS GLEN, NY – The International Motor Racing Research Center presents a very special Center Conversation event on Saturday, May 11.
The IMRRC will discuss the history of the famed Oswego Speedway and the evolution of the unique car that races there – the Supermodified.
The talk will be moderated by Roy Sova, beginning his 58th year announcing at the track, Dick O’Brien, longtime PR Director, and past and present drivers including Bentley Warren, Warren Coniam, Eddie and Brandon Bellinger, Alison Sload, Otto Sitterly and others will discuss their experiences racing at The Steel Palace.
The legendary Purdy Deuce that competed at the Speedway from 1964-1974, with 25 feature wins, a track championship, and a victory in the 1969 International Classic will be on display courtesy of Chris Purdy.
The Center will open for visitors at 9am on the 11th and the talk will begin at 1pm. The event is free and open to the public. The IMRRC is located at 610 South Decatur St. in Watkins Glen. Phone number is (607) 535-9044.