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July 29th Waterford victory goes to Mother Nature

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Bellingham, MA July 31, 2023 – NEMA (Northeastern Midget Association) race scheduled for July 29 was rained out due to stormy weather. This resulted in the postponement of the third midget race for DDR Motorsports and their driver Derek Robbie. The race has been rescheduled for Aug 19th. Scheduling conflicts with the Tour Modified will keep the team away as they are committed to run with Modified Racing Series that day.

In the prior race at Seekonk Speedway, the team faced a series of struggles but took the time to regroup and were excited to try a new setup for the postponed event. However, due to the weather, the first half of the season has now concluded without the team getting the opportunity to see if their ideas would be beneficial.

In the first half of the season, despite the DDR Motorsports Team encountering setbacks with engine issues and other minor challenges, they managed to achieve one top 5 finish and three top 10 finishes in a total of 8 races across the three divisions the team competes in.

For now, the team will take a two-week break before starting the second half of their season. The upcoming part of the season is expected to be intense, with races scheduled nearly every weekend. The busiest event will be the Tar Classic weekend in September, where all three cars from the team will compete.

DDR Motorsports expresses gratitude to its sponsors NHOU Protective Coatings, Miranda Contracting, RAS Active Suspension, Fubar Studios, A1 Automotive, and Ashaway Performance Engines for their support. These sponsors play a crucial role in the team’s ability to participate in the races and enhance their performance. Please support them as they support us.

About DDR Motorsports: DDR Motorsports is a father/son-owned motorsports team known for fielding competitive cars in several regional series. For 2023, the team will be competing with the Modified Racing Series (MRS), Northeast Midget Association (NEMA), and the Pro4 Modifieds of New England. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and teamwork, DDR Motorsports has built a legacy of success both on and off the track.

Derek Robbie debuts the A1 Midget at New London Waterford Speedbowl

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June 14, 2023

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Photo Credit: Mitch Bombard

BELLINGHAM, MA – BELLINGHAM, MA – Last Saturday, June 10, was an exciting day for DDR Motorsports as they were thrilled to have competed with Derek Robbie as he took the wheel of the Mike and Jeff Horn-owned A1 Midget for the 2023 season at the New London Waterford Speedbowl. Derek brings a wealth of experience and passion to the team. He is excited to add another class of racing vehicle to his resume.

Joining Derek as co-owner of DDR Motorsports is his father, Doug Robbie, who, beside Derek, prepared the car for its first race of the season. Their shared love for racing has fueled their commitment to building a competitive team that strives for excellence both on and off the track.

The team encountered a few minor issues during practice in his first NEMA race, held recently at the New London Waterford Speedbowl in Waterford, CT. However, our team quickly overcame these challenges, demonstrating their determination and resilience. Derek’s skills shone brightly during the heat race, where he achieved an impressive third-place finish, marking his first competitive outing in the A1 Midget.

The 25-lap feature race presented a valuable learning opportunity for Derek as he completed all the laps and secured a commendable 8th-place finish. Every lap and every race provide him with valuable insights, which will be utilized to further improve the team’s performance in the upcoming events.

The team would like to express our appreciation to Mike and Jeff Horn of A1 Automotive, the proud owners of the A1 Midget. Their support and trust in our team has been invaluable, and we are grateful for their partnership.

Furthermore, we would also like to extend our gratitude to Jon Andruk at Circle Performance for powering the midget and ensuring it performs at its best. Their expertise and dedication have been instrumental in our success.

We are thrilled to announce that our next NEMA race will take place on June 24 at Wiscasset Speedway in Wiscasset, Maine. We invite all our fans and supporters to join us as we continue our journey in pursuit of success and podium finishes.

DDR Motorsports would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all our sponsors, NHOU Protective Coatings, Miranda General Contracting, Roadactive Suspension, and Ro-Day Industries  and fans for their unwavering support. Your encouragement and belief in our team drive us to push our limits and achieve greatness. We look forward to continuing this incredible journey together.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Doug Robbie
Owner, DDR Motorsports
Email: doug@ddr-motorsports.com
Phone: 508-966-7044