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<h1 class="uppercase bold">Race The Ridge.<br><br>Chase The Title.</h1>
<h1 class="uppercase bold"><span style="color: var(--accent-orange); font-size: 2rem;">THE DIRT IS CALLING</span></h1>
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<p style="font-size: 1.4rem; line-height: 1.8; max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto;">Kick off your 2026 season in the mountains! We are taking over the massive <strong style="color: var(--primary-blue);">Anderson Coliseum</strong> for an indoor showdown you can't miss. With 4,000 seats and pro-level dirt, the energy will be unmatched. <br><br><strong>This is where the points chase gets serious. Be there.</strong></p>
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<h3>Sleep Cheap. Race Free.</h3>
<p>Why pay more? Book your stay through our official block to unlock exclusive rates and earn points toward <strong>FREE RACE ENTRIES</strong>. The more nights you book, the more you save. It's that simple.</p>
<a href="https://app.eventconnect.io/events/40823/hotels" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Check Rates &amp; Book Now</a></div>
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<h2>Turn Race Location <br><br>into a Destination</h2>
<p>Lexington isn't just a track&mdash;it's a destination. Bring the family and explore the Shenandoah Valley.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Explore History: Walk the brick-lined streets of downtown Lexington, home to unique boutiques, farm-to-table dining, and rich Civil War history.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Natural Wonders: Just minutes from the track, visit the awe-inspiring Natural Bridge State Park. It&rsquo;s a bucket-list sight that makes for an unforgettable post-race family photo.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><strong id="docs-internal-guid-70ae5b2b-7fff-a753-518b-56fb0b3af51a">Dining &amp; Drinks: For the parents, Lexington boasts the "Shenandoah Beerwerks Trail"&mdash;relax after motos with local craft brews and mountain views.</strong></p>
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<p style="font-size: 1.2rem; margin-bottom: 20px;"><strong>Virginia Horse Center</strong><br>487 Maury River Rd, Lexington, VA 24450</p>
<p style="margin-bottom: 30px; color: #666;">Located at the intersection of I-64 and I-81, getting here is easy. The facility features ample parking, indoor heating, and massive spectator areas.</p>
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