SCORE Journal - The Official Publication of SCORE Off-Road Racing
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FAMILY STRONG A Two-Time Championship For The Vera Brothers By Gabriel García Photos by Get Some Photo Brothers Francisco and Alexis Vera became two-time Champions in SCORE International’s in Class 10, an achievement they dedicated to the memory of their grandfather Francisco Arauz, who passed away before the 57th BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 1000. In addition, the two Vera brothers also dedicated their achievement to the people of El Rosario, Baja California, the place where they were born and from which they feel very proud. With a streak of eight consecutive wins, the Vera Bros team stayed at the top of SCORE Class Points Standings, thanks to a team effort. They attributed much of their success to their mechanic and team manager, Alejandro “Rugrats” Corona, of ASR Race Prep, who thoroughly prepared the Alumicraft Buggy throughout the 2024 SCORE World Desert Championship. For Francisco Vera, Corona’s work is very important. “He always delivers a well-prepared, super-safe, and competitive car. Many thanks to him for his commitment to our team.” The Vera brothers spent two years in Class 10, after winning everything in the SCORE Pro Quad class, with five podiums in eight races, including a pair of victories in the SCORE Baja 500 and another win in the SCORE Baja 400, all supported by their family and friends in the pits. “Whether things go well or badly, they always wear the shirt proudly and go all the way. Thank you for your passion,” said Vera. Francisco Vera revealed that they will not be participating in the 2025 SCORE World Desert Championship to focus on other aspects of the sport after winning the Class 10 two-time championship for Mexico. “This is a small break from SCORE,” said Vera. “I was born in the town of El Rosario, and as a child, I watched the SCORE Baja 1000 pass by and asked the racers for stickers. I always dreamed of racing the Baja events, and now I’m living that dream. It’s something very special to me.” SJ