For Immediate Release
Contact: Harry Capehart
770-965-2020

DICK BARBOUR RACING IN GREAT STARTING POSITION FOR
THE GRAND PRIX AT MOSPORT

Road Atlanta, GA, August 5, 2000 Dick Barbour Racing has earned an excellent starting position for tomorrow?s Grand Prix at Mosport in Bowmanville, Canada.

The team?s number 51 Porsche 911 GT3 R, driven by Sascha Maassen, earned the second starting position in the GT class during the second and final round of qualifying today at Mosport. The second starting position was claimed with a qualifying time of 1:21.982.

The team?s second entry, the number 5 Porsche 911 GT3 R, qualified by Lucas Luhr, will start sixth in class with a time of 1:22.918.

This is the sixth race of the 2000 American Le Mans Series, and as the season is progressing the intensity and level of competition within the GT class is increasing, not only from the BMW?s but from other Porsche teams as well. The Dick Barbour Racing Team has earned wins at each of the five preceding races, and as the competition in the class continues to be fierce, they are as committed as ever to continue their winning streak. The Team welcomes the challenge and will continue to maintain, and increase, their level preparation and competitive skills.

For live race action, hourly reports and photos of the racecars and team at Mosport, please log on to www.dickbarbourracing.com