Sat, 1 Nov 2008, 03:42 PM Schumacher Promoted to Honorary Staff Sergeant

Courtesy of Chris Dirato

LAS VEGAS -- In recognition of his outstanding support to the U.S. Army, NHRA Top Fuel driver Tony Schumacher was promoted today to Honorary Staff Sergeant by his long-time sponsor.

Presiding over the promotion ceremony was the Sergeant Major of the U.S. Army, Kenneth Preston.

"For sure, this means a lot to me," said Schumacher who is about to clinch his fifth consecutive world championship following final qualifying for the ACDelco Las Vegas Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. "I love the association I have with the U.S. Army. I wouldn't trade the relationship I have with our Soldiers for anything in the world."

Upon securing another POWERade world title, Schumacher will also bank his sixth career crown which will be a Top Fuel record.

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