Winners in Chuckwalla

Quite the experience and result for Kaylee at Chuckwalla Raceway

Over the weekend of April 26th to the 28th, Kaylee, accompanied by her team of driver coaches, embarked on an exciting journey to Chuckwalla Raceway. This marked Kaylee's first venture to a new track in cars, a departure from her extensive karting experience. While she had navigated numerous tracks in karts before, the transition to cars presented a fresh challenge.

A Promising Start to Friday Practice

Friday unfolded with a mix of anticipation and minor setbacks, as Kaylee encountered a few mechanical difficulties. Despite these hurdles, she managed to complete approximately five sessions, gaining valuable familiarity with the track. The race promised to be competitive, with a diverse mix of vehicles and participants in her class, ranging from Formula Fords, SF's EFF's, Formula Continental, FE2, and Radicals to the Rush Sr car she piloted.

Saturday's Action

Saturday was action-packed, featuring practice, qualifying, and two exhilarating races. Kaylee displayed her skill and determination by qualifying in fourth position. In the first race, she made an impressive climb to second place while skillfully holding off challenges from a competitive Radical driver throughout the race. The second race saw Kaylee seizing the lead in the early stages, engaging in a thrilling battle with a skilled driver in a faster car. Despite ultimately relinquishing the lead, Kaylee got back to work and finished fourth overall, securing a commendable first place in her class.

Sunday Showdown

Sunday brought fresh challenges as Kaylee prepared for another day of intense racing. Despite qualifying in fourth position once again, her driver coaches opted for a strategic approach, starting her from the back of the grid. Undeterred by the setback, Kaylee showcased her prowess by swiftly maneuvering through the field. In a heart-stopping moment on the first lap, she narrowly avoided a collision and began her ascent through the ranks. With each lap, Kaylee demonstrated remarkable skill and determination, eventually reclaiming fourth place on track. Her performance was particularly noteworthy as she outpaced competitors in faster cars, securing another impressive first place in her class and even lapping some drivers towards the end of the race.