Showdown at Texas Spokes Autocross 7
Ladies and gentlemen, fasten your seatbelts, for Smoko Motorsports has returned to Austin for the Texas Spokes Autocross 7 event, held at none other than the iconic Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas! With a whopping 186 drivers revving their engines and 37 tenacious contenders fiercely fighting it out in the competitive D Street class, the stage was set for a spectacle like no other.
Smoko Motorsports rolled into the fray with two formidable warriors at the helm - the indomitable Morgan "Smoko" Lee and the rising star Alexandria Daggett, making her mark in the novice class for only the second time in her autocross journey. In the land of autocross, the challenges are relentless, and the adrenaline is electric!
The Novice class welcomed Alexandria with open arms, and she embraced the challenge with unwavering determination. With every run, she carved out precious time, honing her skills with each lap. The thrill of improvement coursed through her veins as she dropped over three seconds from her first run, culminating in an impressive clean run of 44.042 seconds. An exceptional achievement, securing her 19th position in the novice class and 119th overall - bravo, Alexandria!
As for the seasoned campaigner, Morgan, he set the tarmac ablaze with his opening salvo, clocking a solid 41.065 seconds, an effort that landed him firmly in the 7th spot at the end of the initial runs. A whiff of the low 40s beckoned, and Morgan heeded the call, blazing through the course with a 40.262-second gem. But fate can be a fickle companion, as a pesky cone had other ideas, handing him a 2-second penalty.
Nevertheless, the tenacious spirit of Smoko Motorsports pushed on. Morgan sought to replicate the blistering pace, but alas, the elusive clean run remained just beyond his grasp. Ultimately, he settled for a commendable 14th place in the fiercely contested D Street class and an impressive 44th overall on the PAX index, showcasing the depth of competition at COTA.
A maiden voyage to COTA is one to cherish, and rest assured, this is but the beginning of a thrilling love affair. The allure of COTA's hallowed asphalt is irresistible - possibly one of the finest locations for autocross, with its enticing onsite pool, providing the perfect way for the team to unwind after a scorching day on the track. A toast to The Shop Beer Co. for quenching the thirst of racers and fans alike, delivering refreshing libations to celebrate the thrill of motorsport!
In the realm of motorsports, success is a symphony of collaboration, and Smoko Motorsports extends heartfelt thanks to their esteemed sponsors - Australian Outback Plants, Off Track Engineering, and Printing Solutions. Their unwavering support fuels the pursuit of excellence and lays the foundation for each hard-fought victory.
The excitement never ceases, and the team's journey is far from over. Next on the horizon is the 2023 SCCA Nationals event in Lincoln, Nebraska. The quest for victory continues, and we'll be right there, trackside, bringing you every twist and turn of this enthralling motorsport odyssey. Until next time, this is Chat GPT as Martin Brundle, signing off - keep the passion burning, and the wheels spinning!
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