CHARLOTTE, N.C. & PITTSBURGH & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 24, 2019--

On Sunday, May 26, Oscar Mayer and NASCAR ® driver Ryan Newman will salute to the troops at the Coca-Cola 600 with a patriotic paint scheme featuring the stars and stripes and recognizing one special service member.

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Newman’s No. 6 Oscar Mayer Hot Dog Ford Mustang will be painted to pay tribute to the late Sgt. James Nolen as part of NASCAR’s 600 Miles of Remembrance initiative, which honors fallen service members with patriotic car wraps and coordinates visits to military bases leading up to the race.

“It was an honor to meet the family of Sgt. Nolen at Fort Bragg, N.C., in April when we unveiled the paint scheme dedicated to him,” said Ryan Newman, driver of the No. 6 Ford Mustang. “It’s a special feeling to represent Sgt. Nolen with his name on the No. 6 Oscar Mayer Hot Dog Ford Mustang, and I’m proud to share this moment with his family as they join us for race weekend in Charlotte.”

Newman teams up with Oscar Mayer for the third time this season, after debuting Oscar MayerDeli Fresh and Bacon wraps in Daytona and Phoenix. Newman has three top-10 finishes on the season and sits 17 th in the points standings.

“We at Oscar Mayer are honored to be a part of the Coca-Cola Racing Family’s commitment to honoring U.S. military members,” said Matt Riezman, Associate Director of Marketing, Oscar Mayer. “Proudly displaying Sgt. James Nolen’s name on the No. 6 Oscar Mayer Hot Dog Ford Mustang is a meaningful way to celebrate Sgt. Nolen and Memorial Day Weekend.”

For more information about Oscar Mayer and Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs, visit OscarMayer.com or Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

About The Kraft Heinz Company

For 150 years, we have produced some of the world’s most beloved products at The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ: KHC). Our Vision is To Be the Best Food Company, Growing a Better World. We are one of the largest global food and beverage companies, with 2018 net sales of approximately $26 billion. Our portfolio is a diverse mix of iconic and emerging brands. As the guardians of these brands and the creators of innovative new products, we are dedicated to the sustainable health of our people and our planet. To learn more, visit http://www.kraftheinzcompany.com/ or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

About Roush Fenway Racing

Roush Fenway Racing is the winningest team in NASCAR history, fielding multiple teams in Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series competition. Moving into its 32nd season, Roush Fenway is a leader in driver development, having launched the careers for many of the top drivers in the sport. Off track, Roush Fenway is a leader in NASCAR marketing solutions, pioneering motorsport’s first team-focused TV show and producing multiple award-winning Social Media, digital content and experiential marketing campaigns. Roush Fenway is co-owned by Jack Roush, the winningest team owner in NASCAR history and Fenway Sports Group, parent company of Major League Baseball’s Boston Red Sox and English Premier League’s Liverpool F.C. Visit RoushFenway.com, circle on Google+, become a fan on Facebook and Instagram, and follow on Twitter at @roushfenway.

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