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PHOTO: Dan Campbell wears racing helmet to presser after being named grand marshal to local race

On Thursday morning, the Detroit Grand Prix announced that Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell will be its Grand Marshal for the race on Saturday, June 12.

“This is a special honor to be named Grand Marshal of the Detroit Grand Prix and help kickoff the first big event of the summer in the Motor City,” Campbell said in a written statement. “Detroit is such a great sports city and whether it’s on the gridiron or on the track, we know our fans will be revved up in the Motor City. It’s awesome to welcome the Grand Prix back to Belle Isle and I’m excited to be a part of it.