JEZARIAN to Race Rolex 24 at Daytona
JEZARIAN to Race Rolex 24 at DaytonaMonday, 19 January 2009
New York, NY–Greisiger Motorsports driver Gregory Jezarian is in the final stages of negotiations for a seat in the prestigious Rolex 24 Hour race at Daytona. Gregory will join four other team drivers campaigning a Porsche 997 for the 24 hours long endurance race. Driver coach and current Rolex GT pilot, Andy Brumbaugh (www.andybrumbaugh.com) began intensive track coaching sessions with Jezarian and will be on hand at Daytona to assist and get his newest protege acclimated to the race.
”I am excited to be a part of this event and working with Greg through his first race at this level,” stated Brumbaugh. “I know he will excel and represent his partners well. This is a long race and it is more about your mental strength than anything to make sure you stay sharp in the car; Greg understands this and is really excited for the event to start. I know with his passion and eagerness to learn he will be a natural in these cars.”
The Rolex 24 is the most prestigous event in North American road racing. It is an all-time endurance racing classic. This years field includes notable drivers such as Jimmie Johnson—3 time NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion, Hurley Haywood—sports car legend and multiple Daytona 24 winner, Buddy Rice, Scott Dixon, and Dario Franchitti—all former Indy 500 champions, and even more superstars.
Jezarian, an open wheel pilot with a Pro Formula 2000 and Formula Atlantic background will enter a professional sports car race for the first time. “I’m excited about the transition from a formula car to the Rolex GT car. We’re trying to beat the clock to get in on time. I just received my Grand-Am and FIA driver’s credentials yesterday. Endurance racing and the Rolex series are amazing and it fits in with my partners needs really well. AZAD Watches and Skyline Lending Private Banking are wonderful partners for me and I’m honored to introduce their names to crowd at Daytona. I can help them with their businesses.”
Jezarian will wheel a Pro F-2000 car in the F-2000 Championship Series for Greisiger Motorsports, Inc. in 2009. GMI will also field and a Formula Atlantic car in the SCCA National Championship. Kurt Greisiger states: We are thrilled that Greg has this opportunity to expand his professional driving career to sports cars. Our sponsors, shareholders and management wish Greg well on this new adventure.”
Follow Jezarian and the Grand-Am Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona on Fox from 3 to 4:30pm Eastern on Saturday January 24th and then on SPEED Channel from 4:30 to 10pm. Continuing coverage on SPEED Sunday January 25th at 7am to 4pm for the conclusion of the twice around the clock classic.
AZAD Watches Sponsor Jezarian for 2009
New York, NY–The renowned luxury timepiece designers, AZAD Watch Company, announced their support today of driver Gregory Jezarian in his bid for the 2009 Formula Atlantic SCCA National Championship. The team’s Swift Formula Atlantic racecar will appear on-track and in advertisements sporting the new AZAD livery. The synergy between luxury watch brands and motor racing is common. G. Jezarian Racing reflects the image of speed, precision and the unyielding commitment to detail. AZAD Watches characterizes the best in high quality, cutting edge technology with supreme styling reflective of a true champion.
Founded in 2006 by famous New York horologist, Babak “Bobby” Ermankhah along with partner Eddie Egas, the gentleman have between them over 25 years experience. Their handmade timepieces have been a staple to a wide range of clients in the entertainment industry from rap artists, movie directors, athletes and now race-car drivers. The elite club of AZAD watch owners include 50 Cent, Akon, Michael Straiham, Ali Daie, Sean Paul, Too Short, Jay Alford, Chris Brown, Trina and Mos Def, to name a few.
Bobby Ermankah, founder of AZAD Watches: “We’re looking forward to working with Gregory going forward. Our exciting new racing inspired sport watch will launch shortly and I’m confident the motorsport community will embrace it. Gregory’s spirit and determination on and off the track projects the image of a winner to the professional who measures success in tenths of a second, every day.
Gregory Jezarian: “I’m ecstatic about having AZAD on board with us this season. Bobby and Eddie have been there for me every step of the way during my winter rebuild and I’m ready to make them proud this season.”
You can see the entire line of AZAD’s magnificent timepieces at www.AZADwatches.com and the EFormulaCarNews link to this story can be found HERE.
