Kip Brown in the 95 Spirit of Qatar – Winner of the 2013 Detroit APBA Gold Cup.

Those awaiting the results of Miss Madison’s appeal of the penalty during the Final heat of the 2013 Detroit Gold APBA Gold Cup have an answer.  The appeal has been denied by the APBA National Commissioner as part of the “Final Appeal” process.

This means that the Gold Cup victory by Kip Brown in the 95 Spirit of Qatar will stand.

APBA National Commissioner Charles D. Strang wrote in his ruling, “Per the applicable rules, the Referee’s ruling in the 2013 APBA Gold Cup Race must stand and I am compelled to deny the appeal. It is denied.”

H1 Chairman Sam Cole had this comment.  “On behalf of H1 we appreciate the hard work and consideration by the APBA National Commissioner and stand behind his decision. It is a process that allows for a “Final Authority” beyond a racing category and I respect that a great deal. We will not comment on anything related to this appeal out of respect to all of those involved and impacted.“

“Now that this matter has concluded, I am hopeful that we can focus on the future of this sport and turn our attention towards the business at hand.”