National Powerboat Association - Poker Run 2003 Press Release

10th Annual

RESULTS

Immediate Release:

August 16, 2003

John O’Loughlin Captures KING OF THE SOUND Award
And The MANHASSET BAY GOLD CUP 2003

In a display of speed and style, over 30 powerboats took to the waters of Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 16th for the 10th annual running of the Manhasset Bay Gold Cup Poker Run. This 75 mile event crowns the fastest boat each season and adds their name to the perpetual Gold Cup, which is on display throughout the year at LaMotta’s Restaurant in Port Washington, NY.

John O’Loughlin rushed to the front of the pack on the first leg to Bridgeport, Conn. and never looked back…clocking speeds of over 120 MPH in his 42’ Outerlimit’s GTX with over 2,000 horsepower, appropriately named, “ALL FIRED UP”. Brad Ayres from California won the “Fastest Cat” Award in his 32’ Force Catamaran with a pair of 600 HP Chevies. Running just behind John all day was Tom Abraham in his 36’ Cigarette Gladiator powered by ZUL Racing engines…also running over 100+ mph. Guy LaMotta debuted his newly acquired Cigarette Competition 39 Raceboat at this event and had the blessing of Michael Aronow, our honored guest at the Award’s Party.

Additional awards were given for the “Best Looking Crew”, which went to the team of Lou Rudden in his 28’ Donzi, and the “Best Looking Boat” went to George Magnifico’s 36’ Eliminator Cat by Fastboats, Inc. The “Youngest Captain Award” went to Ryan Friedman, piloting his brand new 38’ Cigarette Top Gun, “Water Damage”. The big money winner of the day was Joe Tenaglia in his 36’ Cigarette Gladiator, when he drew a full house and won the $5,000.00 prize for the poker run portion of this 2 part event.

Despite the BLACKOUT 2003, which began the day before this event, forcing us to bring in Ice from Connecticut for the parties, and the marathon swim race across Long Island Sound, taking place the morning of the run, FAST, SAFE, FUN was had by all!

We look forward to seeing all of you at our next and final thrill seeking event of the season:

THE GLEN COVE HI-STAKES POKER AND RADAR RUN
on September 13th
on Long Island Sound,
hosted by the
Steamboat Landing Restaurant and Bar
in Glen Cove, New York.

The New York City Powerboat Poker Run, The Manhasset Bay Gold Cup Powerboat Poker Run and The Glen Cove Hi-Stakes Powerboat Poker Run and Radar Run are produced by the National Powerboat Association.

The National Powerboat Association is a company dedicated to the advancement of powerboating in America through event promotions and productions as a purveyor of powerboats, powerboat equipment, videos, and sportswear.

Conceived in 1976 with regional events and upgraded in 1982 to national events, the N.P.B.A.'s boating experience assures premium shows and quality products.

For more event information call:
The National Powerboat Association at 203-532-1312

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		10th Annual RESULTS Immediate Release: August 16, 2003 John O’Loughlin Captures KING OF THE SOUND Award And The MANHASSET BAY GOLD CUP 2003 In a display of speed and style, over 30 powerboats took to the waters of Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 16th for the 10th annual running of the Manhasset Bay Gold Cup Poker Run. This 75 mile event crowns the fastest boat each season and adds their name to the perpetual Gold Cup, which is on display throughout the year at LaMotta’s Restaurant in Port Washington, NY. John O’Loughlin rushed to the front of the pack on the first leg to Bridgeport, Conn. and never looked back…clocking speeds of over 120 MPH in his 42’ Outerlimit’s GTX with over 2,000 horsepower, appropriately named, “ALL FIRED UP”. Brad Ayres from California won the “Fastest Cat” Award in his 32’ Force Catamaran with a pair of 600 HP Chevies. Running just behind John all day was Tom Abraham in his 36’ Cigarette Gladiator powered by ZUL Racing engines…also running over 100+ mph. Guy LaMotta debuted his newly acquired Cigarette Competition 39 Raceboat at this event and had the blessing of Michael Aronow, our honored guest at the Award’s Party. Additional awards were given for the “Best Looking Crew”, which went to the team of Lou Rudden in his 28’ Donzi, and the “Best Looking Boat” went to George Magnifico’s 36’ Eliminator Cat by Fastboats, Inc. The “Youngest Captain Award” went to Ryan Friedman, piloting his brand new 38’ Cigarette Top Gun, “Water Damage”. The big money winner of the day was Joe Tenaglia in his 36’ Cigarette Gladiator, when he drew a full house and won the $5,000.00 prize for the poker run portion of this 2 part event. Despite the BLACKOUT 2003, which began the day before this event, forcing us to bring in Ice from Connecticut for the parties, and the marathon swim race across Long Island Sound, taking place the morning of the run, FAST, SAFE, FUN was had by all! We look forward to seeing all of you at our next and final thrill seeking event of the season: THE GLEN COVE HI-STAKES POKER AND RADAR RUN on September 13th on Long Island Sound, hosted by the Steamboat Landing Restaurant and Bar in Glen Cove, New York.
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