LAKEPORT, Calif. – On Sunday, the organizers of the second annual Lakeport Sprint Boat Grand Prix said they have postponed the event.
The races had been scheduled to take place off of Library Park on Saturday, June 2, and Sunday, June 3.
“It is with great sadness that this event will not take place this weekend as originally planned,” said Jack Long of Clear Lake Motorsports Enterprises LLC, the race promoter, in a written statement issued Sunday.
“We are committed to making this event happen at a later date this year. We thank our sponsors, vendors and the community for their continued support and understanding as we continue to work diligently to ensure this event takes place,” said Long.
Long’s statement said that the cancellation resulted from “contractual issues with the boat race sanction board.”
On the event’s Facebook page, organizers offered additional explanation. “To our surprise, we were advised by the sanction body, Southern California Speedboat Club, that they have voided their contract for the event.”
Earlier this month, Long has received the Lakeport City Council’s approval of his use of city facilities downtown during the sprint boat races.
At that time, he said he expected the 2018 event would be better than the year previous, when they had lost two of the biggest racing classes.
Sheriff Brian Martin also had confirmed to Lake County News that his agency had been scheduled to meet with Long to discuss event permit requirements.
Those who already have purchased tickets are encouraged to email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 707-278-9677.
Future event information will be provided as details are confirmed, organizers said.
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Organizers postpone June Sprint Boat Grand Prix
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