Michael Waltrip Brewing to Host World Footbrake Challenge Race Week Kickoff Party at Michael Waltrip Signature Bar in Downtown Bristol 

(Bristol, TN) Michael Waltrip Brewing is inviting racers, teams and fans to kick off World Footbrake Challenge week with a special Race Week Kickoff Party at the Michael Waltrip Signature Bar at Pins & Friends in Bristol.

The event will take place on Thursday, July 2 beginning at 6 PM and serve as a gathering place for competitors and fans ahead of the World’s Greatest Footbrake Race, the World Footbrake Challenge at Bristol Dragway.

Guests will enjoy Michael Waltrip Brewing beers, racing conversation and the opportunity to connect with fellow racers before a week of competition begins. Among competitors participating in this year’s World Footbrake Challenge is Michael Waltrip Brewing’s own Kyle Roberts, who will be competing throughout the weekend at Bristol Dragway with Michael Waltrip Brewing on his car and is hosting the event at Pins & Friends.

“Whether you’re racing for a championship or just a fan of the sport, race week is all about the people,” said Michael Waltrip, two-time Daytona 500 Champion and Founder of Michael Waltrip Brewing. “The Michael Waltrip Signature Bar at Pins & Friends is a great place for fans and racers to come together, share a beer, and celebrate the sport anytime action hits the racetrack.”

“We’re excited to welcome racers, teams and fans from across the country to the Michael Waltrip Signature Bar at Pins & Friends during World Footbrake Challenge week,” said Chip Zimmerman, owner of Pins & Friends. “The racing community always brings great energy to Bristol, and partnerships like the one we have with Michael Waltrip Brewing help us become part of that community. Together, we’re able to create events that give racers and fans a place to gather and celebrate race week.”

In addition to the event at Pins & Friends, participants, fans, and locals can also find beer at Bristol area Food City and Food Country locations.

About Michael Waltrip Brewing Company:
Michael Waltrip Brewing Company was founded in 2020 as a premium beer company that celebrates creating memories with family and friends in the fun-loving style of its founder, the iconic two-time Daytona 500 Champion Michael Waltrip. Since its inception, the company has grown into a multi-faceted lifestyle brand with operations in beer, hospitality, media, live entertainment, and licensed products.

The Michael Waltrip Brewing Co. line up of beers, now distributed in six states, include Talladega Light lager and Bristol Sunshine Tangerine Ale. 

For more information, visit MichaelWaltripBrewing.com or follow on Facebook @MWBCo and Instagram and Twitter via @WaltripBrewing.