Rico Teams WIth Keith Kunz For Chili Bowl

PETERSEN MEDIA: January 9, 2012

Just days after arriving back on American soil, Rico Abreu will go directly to Tulsa, Oklahoma as he is set to compete in the 26th Annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals kicking of on Tuesday, January 10th.

Abreu heads to the prestigious event fresh off of a fifth place finish against stars from both America and Australia in the Australian Open in Brisbane, AU.

He now turns his attention to taking on 260 of the best drivers in the world, all under the same roof.

Rico will race out of the potent Keith Kunz Motorsports stable who has fielded a car for one of the hottest drivers in the country all year, Kyle Larson. Joining Larson and Abreu will be NASCAR Nationwide driver, Jason Leffler, Bud Kaeding, and a late addition to the team and former World of Outlaw feature winner in 2011, David Gravel.

Abreu is extremely excited to be competing with such a strong team, and working with such a sharp mechanic in Kunz.

“I’m really excited to work with Keith Kunz and his guys this year,” said Rico. “Kyle Larson has had nothing but good things to say about this team, so I’m thankful for the opportunity, and really looking forward to working with Bud, Leffler, and David Gravel as well.”

Abreu is looking to better his performance from last years event, where the St. Helena native ended up in one of two e-mains on Saturday night.

Rico and his Abreu Vineyards No.67k entry will hit the dirt in the QuickTrip Center on Thursday night for his qualifying night.

ON TAP: Rico will now head to Tulsa, OK to compete in the Chili Bowl out of the Keith Kunz stable. Abreu will qualify on Thursday, January 12th.

STAY CONNECTED: Stay updated with Rico by visiting his website at www.ricoabreuracing.com, 'liking' him on facebook at www.facebook.com/ricoabreuracing, or following him on twitter @RicoAbreu24.

VIDEO: Be sure to check out http://www.youtube.com/ricoabreuracing for video of Rico, as content is constantly being uploaded!

MERCH: Don't forget to stop by and visit with Rico after the races and pick up a 2011 Rico Abreu T-shirt!

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