San Ysidro, CA - #700F
Make: Nissan Model: NP300 2021 King Cab Engine: Nissan Engine Builder: Chassis: Nissan Transmission: 6 speed
Building on a distinguished career that includes championship victories at desert racing's most prestigious events, this veteran competitor continues to demonstrate elite-level performance in SCORE's demanding Class 7F division. His recent triumph at the 2023 BFGoodrich SCORE Baja 500 marked another milestone in a career defined by consistent excellence across Baja California's punishing terrain.
The 60-year-old San Ysidro-based racer has established himself as a formidable force in desert racing's smaller displacement classes, capturing multiple SCORE Baja 500 championships in Class 7F with victories spanning 2019 and 2023. His crowning achievement came in 2019 when he conquered the legendary SCORE Baja 1000, claiming the Class 7SX championship in the peninsula's most grueling test of endurance and skill.
Demonstrating remarkable consistency at motorsport's highest levels, he secured a hard-fought second-place podium finish at the 2017 SCORE Baja 1000, showcasing his ability to compete against the world's best desert racers. His sustained success across multiple years and vehicle classes reflects both exceptional driving skill and tactical racing intelligence.
This proven champion continues to be a respected competitor in SCORE's professional ranks, representing the dedication and expertise that defines championship-caliber desert racing.
Congratulations Gerardo Novelo for being the 7SX class winner of the 2019 SCORE Baja 500!
One of the great opportunities in the SCORE World Desert Challenge is that it provides classes for a variety of vehicles. For some racers, the variety offers the chance for families to continue racing legacies that have lasted for several generations. For others, the four-wheel classes offer affordable options to conquer Baja and enjoy the efforts of winning. There was a lot of this spirit during the 3rd SCORE Baja 400 Presented by VP Racing Fuels, where many participants in a variety of classes showed up to take on one of the tough Read More
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#216 Overall and #4 in Class 7F
#145 Overall and #1 in Class 7F
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#120 Overall and #1 in Class 7F
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#110 Overall and #1 in Class 7SX
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#127 Overall and #1 in Class 7SX
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#164 Overall and #2 in Class 7SX
#11 Overall and #1 in Class 7SX
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