Paul Teutul Jr. named grand marshal of Daytona Short Track II
AFT Events has shared that master motorcycle designer, fabricator, and television personality Paul Teutul Jr. of Paul Jr. Designs will serve as Grand Marshal for the Daytona Short Track II on March 7. Known worldwide from his hit television series American Chopper, Paul Jr. has built a legacy by pushing creative boundaries and forging the unimaginable out of raw metal.
Paul Jr. has collaborated with some of the most recognizable brands and personalities throughout his career, crafting bespoke designs that blend artistry with functionality. Now, he’ll bring his legendary flair to the starting line at Daytona, ready to pump up the crowd and officially kick off the AFT action.
“We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Paul Jr. as our Grand Marshal for Daytona Short Track II,” said Bob Deislinger, managing director of AFT Events. “Paul’s visionary designs have inspired an entire generation of custom bike builders and race fans. His passion for creativity and speed mirrors the old-school tradition and fresh energy we celebrate in flat track racing.”
Paul Jr. will join the world’s top flat track racers as they unleash bar-to-bar battles on the tight, demanding short track at Daytona. Fans can expect a high-revving spectacle that merges time-honored racing grit with modern-day innovation – a nod to Paul’s legacy of marrying tradition and invention in his groundbreaking builds.
The 2025 Progressive American Flat Track season will launch with the Royal Enfield Short Track at DAYTONA at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, March 6 and Friday, March 7.
