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SunTrust Named Official Bank of AMA Pro Road Racing; Bonus Awards for Riders Announced
DAYTONA BEACH, FL (March 8, 2010) - AMA Pro Racing is proud to
announce that SunTrust Banks, Inc. has been named the Official Bank of AMA Pro
Road Racing. As the official bank of motorsports, SunTrust has long been a
supporter of motorcycle racing, most recently as the Title sponsor of the
now-retired SunTrust Moto-GT series.
SunTrust will sponsor two contingency programs. The SunTrust Improve Your
Position Award will honor the AMA Pro SuperSport Young Gun Rider that improves
the most total positions in an event weekend. The $500 award will be presented
at the following race during the rider's meetings.
The SunTrust Solid Performer will honor the rider in the AMA Pro National Guard
American SuperBike, Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL and SuperSport Young
Gun class that lead the most laps during the season. The American SuperBike and
Daytona SportBike riders will each receive a $5,000 bonus, while the SuperSport
rider will receive $1,000. Those awards will be presented at the season-ending
banquet.
All riders must run the SunTrust sticker on their bike to be eligible.
"On behalf of everyone at AMA Pro Racing and our competitors," said AMA Pro
Racing Chief Operating Officer David Atlas, "we appreciate and value SunTrust
Bank's support of our sport."
SunTrust Banks, Inc., headquartered in Atlanta, is one of the nation's largest
banking organizations, serving a broad range of consumer, commercial, corporate
and institutional clients. The Company operates an extensive branch and ATM
network throughout the high-growth Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states and a full
array of technology-based, 24-hour delivery channels. The Company also serves
customers in selected markets nationally. Its primary businesses include
deposit, credit, trust and investment services. Through various subsidiaries the
Company provides mortgage banking, insurance, brokerage, investment management,
equipment leasing and capital markets services. SunTrust's Internet address is
www.suntrust.com .
Since 2004, SunTrust has been immersed in the culture of motorsports through
their Sports and Entertainment Specialty Group which helps professionals in the
industry attain their financial goals. For additional information you can visit
www.suntrust.com/entertainment.
AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing organization in North America, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. Learn more about AMA Pro Racing at www.amaproracing.com .
