Manafort Brothers Celebrates Rededication of the Manafort Mini Mile at Stafford Motor Speedway
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Manafort Brothers Celebrates Rededication of the Manafort Mini Mile at Stafford Motor Speedway
May 16, 2025
This month, the Manafort Brothers team gathered at the iconic Stafford Motor Speedway to officially rededicate the Manafort Mini Mile, a beloved racing track that holds deep significance for our family, our company, and the Connecticut motorsports community.
The rededication ceremony, held trackside and attended by family, friends, and Speedway leadership, celebrated over three decades of racing tradition. Originally built in 1993, the Mini Mile began as a bold idea between Jon Manafort, Frank Manafort, and Stafford Motor Speedway’s Mark and Jack Arute. Together, they envisioned a space where younger racers could safely experience the thrill of competition — and that vision came to life in a big way.
“It started out as a crazy idea, but it’s been an incredible ride,” said Justin Manafort during the ceremony. “We’ve had so much fun racing here over the years, and it’s a great honor to continue being part of something that’s made such a lasting impact on the community.”
The Mini Mile has served as home to the Wild Thing Karts and other youth racing divisions for decades, introducing generations of families to the sport and building lasting memories along the way. Monday night races at the Mini Mile have become a staple of the local racing scene — a tradition that shows no signs of slowing down.
The Manafort family extends its deepest thanks to the Arute family and the entire Stafford Speedway team for their partnership and dedication over the years. It is a privilege to support this facility and the young drivers who continue to make the Mini Mile an exciting, dynamic place to race.
As we look ahead to another exciting season, Manafort Brothers remains committed to supporting local institutions that build community, create opportunity, and inspire the next generation.