The Shell Pan American GT is set to be held this weekend coinciding with the inauguration of the Las Americas Speedway along Las Americas Highway on the outskirts of Santo Domingo. The first races of the National Speed Racing Championship will also take place from 28 to 29 March. Competitors are coming from the United States, including Irv Hoerr, and Latin America to participate in the fourth race of the Shell Pan American GT. Some 21 contenders have registered for the race. The national championship is organized by the Club Dominicano de Corredores de Circuito, and its president Angel Tarrazo. The qualifying races will take place on Saturday. Those buying tickets to the finals on Sunday will be able to attend the qualifying races for free. The first place winner of the Shell-sponsored race will receive US$3,000, the second place winner, US$1,500 and the third US$750. The Las Americas Speedway is considered one of the best race tracks in Latin America.
