Melissa Paris Draws Wild Card for Miller

From Concepts Unlimited

Ready to mix with the best in the world, Melissa Paris is set to make her debut in the FIM Supersport Championship at Miller Motorsports Park, May 29-31.

The first female to ever be invited to compete in the FIM World Superbike Championship, Paris will join an incredible roster of riders from all over the world in this action-packed, highly competitive event.

"Being invited to compete in this event is an incredible honour," said Paris, who will pilot a Markbilt Yamaha YZF-R6. "This will mark the first time World Supersport has run in America and being part of the festivities is awesome. Miller Motorsports Park is a state-of-the-art racing facility and I think we have an excellent chance of finishing well."

In her first year of professional racing Paris is competing in selected AMA events, USGPRU 250GP and as many other races as budget permits. Already this season, she has earned accolades for scoring the best finish by a woman in Daytona 200 history and she currently sits in second place in the USGPRU 250GP with just two races completed.

"Miller Motorsports Park is my favourite track," continued Paris, who hails from San Diego. "I absolutely love competing there and it certainly suits my style of riding. I took a win in the USGPRU 250GP at the end of last year and also scored a podium finish in the 125cc class."

For more information on Melissa and the team go to www.melissaparis.com.