"At just 17 years old, Adrianna DeMartini has already built a name for herself on California's dirt tracks, competing in winged sprint cars and holding her own against seasoned drivers. For the Brentwood native, racing started as a hobby but quickly grew into something much more - a passion she hopes to carry far into the future. DeMartini, a senior at Pleasanton Virtual Academy who is set to graduate in December, began racing at age 13 after years of watching her father compete."
"Racing runs deep in the DeMartini family. DeMartini is a fourth-generation racer, and her father, Matt, competed on local tracks for years before stepping back to support his daughter's career. "I help her with racing," he said. "I'm usually in the garage with her, making sure the car's ready to go: everything from maintenance to set-up. I also give her tips on driving and handling situations on the track. Mostly I just try to support her and make sure she has what she needs to succeed.""
"Her father said he takes pride in seeing his daughter's dedication. "Honestly, I love seeing how passionate she is about it and watching her improve every time she hits the track," Matt DeMartini said. "She's focused, competitive and really dedicated. It's also something special that we can share together - I get to be part of it with her, and that means a lot to me.""
Adrianna DeMartini, 17, competes in winged sprint cars on California dirt tracks and began racing at 13 after years of watching her father. She is a senior at Pleasanton Virtual Academy and plans to graduate in December. DeMartini is a fourth-generation racer whose father, Matt, stepped back from competing to support her by maintaining the garage, setting up the car, and offering driving tips. He takes pride in her focus, competitiveness, and continuous improvement. Her mother, Theresa, embraced racing after meeting her husband and participates in post-race maintenance, fan interactions, and supporting Adrianna's growing career.
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