Talladega Superspeedway revealed the “Freedom Trophy”, a new trophy that will be awarded to every winner of a Sprint Cup Race at the track starting with the May 4th Aaron’s 499 at ‘Dega.
According to the track, Military personnel will be on-hand to present the race winner with the Freedom Trophy.
The trophy has five sides, reflective of each branch of the military (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard). Silver aluminum panels, complete with a design of each military branch soldier and branch logo, are showcased on the trophy.
“Winning a Sprint Cup Series race at Talladega just got extra special,” said Talladega Chairman Grant Lynch. “With the Freedom Trophy, we pay tribute to our race winners, as well as our servicemen and women who make so many things possible for us on a daily basis.”
