| Al
Hammond's illustrious forty-five year racing career began in
1964 at Oxford Plains Speedway.
He has raced
on the short tracks of Maine to the high banks of Daytona
International Speedway.
But, Oxford
Plains Speedway was "home" for Al as he won 81 of his
career 91 victories. He captured three track championships
(1970, 1972-73) and three Triple Crown Series titles (1967, 1970
and 1973). In 1991, Al was presented the 'Promoter's Cup' for
his accomplishments in and contributions to the sport.
Al had the
opportunity to race at Daytona on three occasions for Dick Bahre
- once in the Grand National division (NASCAR Cup Series) and
twice in the Late Model division (NASCAR Nationwide Series). He
also competed in a NASCAR Cup Series race at Trenton (N.J.)
Speedway for Bob Greeley.
Al and wife
Delores reside in South Paris, Maine. |
