A popular Quebec race car driver who died unexpectedly this month is being honoured at a local race track in October, thanks to an outpouring of support from the racing community.
Racing in eastern Ontario and western Quebec, mini-stock driver Alexis Charbonneau was a fan favourite wherever he competed.
When news of his passing spread across the tight-knit racing community, they responded. Belanger said calls to the speedway began right away. "Over 80 sponsors called in, and are giving out money for that race and the winner will get $2,049," Belanger said. A total of $12,000 will be handed out on race day, with most being $49 bonuses - for categories including the best Ontario finisher and even for the racer who travelled the farthest.
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