Memphis International Raceway (MIR) and its parent company IRG Sports + Entertainment have announced Sam Martin as the sports venue’s new general manager. 

Martin brings motorsports industry knowledge, facility management, event marketing, and drag strip operations experience to one of the largest motorsports facilities in the Mid-South.

“I am excited for the opportunity to lead the Memphis International Raceway team as we prepare for a full 2021 season,” Martin said. “I look forward to finalizing our 2021 schedule and meeting our racers and partners.” 

Martin will oversee day-to-day operations of the 342-acre, multi-use facility, which includes a combined 1/4- and 1/8-mile dragstrip, 1.8-mile road course, and 3/4-mile, high-banked paved oval.  

Martin most recently served as operations director at Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Illinois. Before this, he was the West Central Services Coordinator for the NHRA. He also held stints at World Racing Group, Chris Duncan Race Cars Pro Mode Series, and the drag strip at Worldwide Technology Raceway.

For more information, visit racemir.com.