“I’m really excited to make my first trip to Australia,” said an ecstatic Haase from her Indianapolis base, “I think it’s every driver’s dream to race down there and I can’t wait to line up with Brad (Sweet), Aaron (Reutzel) and Carson (Macedo) for Sydney Speedweek.”
Haase, who has a significant fan base and supporter network, will undoubtedly be, as she is in America, a major hit with fans of all ages in Sydney.
The Iowa born and bred speedster has made a name for herself for many reasons, including becoming the first woman to win an A-Main at the famed Knoxville Raceway.
In recent months, she has moved to Indianapolis to further her motorsport aspirations.
In a short space of time, she has gained a reputation as a fierce competitor, a determined athlete, noted public speaker and key community member in both her home city and the racing industry.
Haase will pilot the U55 Flair Dancewear/Prolube/Western Sydney Mechanical Don Ott powered Maxim for car owners Matt and Sharmane Thomas.
“We’re excited to have McKenna on board,” says Matt, “she’s a great racer and a very inspiring person.
“We know that Sydney fans will love her and she’s going to be very competitive. It’s a good opportunity for her to get out of the snow and also to drive a 410ci car for the first time. It’s pretty cool that she’ll be doing that for the first time with us.”
