Bacon's Second Victory Sets Up 8-Way Championship Battle at Apex Challenge

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March 14, 2025 at 12:47 AM

The Scottsdale Ferrari Apex Challenge series has reached its midpoint, with every championship now contestable, including one that hasn't changed hands in three years.

APEX racing car on track

In the Radical Gold championship, 20-year-old Jace Bacon secured his first outright class pole and second consecutive victory, now trailing Chris McMurry by just two points. McMurry's early lead was cut short by mechanical issues after a dramatic first-turn pass. Andy Voelkel and Jason Plotke completed the podium, with Plotke climbing from the back of the field to second place.

Ryan Fisher dominated the Radical Silver class with his third win in four races, followed by Evan Wolf in second and Carl Fredrickson in third. These three drivers have emerged as the primary contenders for the championship.

Joe Rainey ended his 11-race winless streak in GT racing, overtaking both GT4 pole sitter Matt Crandall and Scott Dehlendorf in their Porsche Clubsports. The GT3 class saw Brannan Hankins maintain his winning streak despite strong challenges from Jordan Darling and Chris Hansen.

The Mazda Miata MX5 Cup featured its largest-ever field with 10 cars, where Tom Tait secured his third consecutive win, followed by Joey Rainey and Lucas Barnett. In Time Attack Street Class, George Leon made a triumphant return, winning his first event since the 2022-23 season.

Current Championship Standings:

Radical Gold: