2024 Runoffs: Pictures Worth 1000 Words

Photos by Jon Krolewicz, Andy Howe, Stefan Jackowniak, Jeff Loewe, Rick Corwine, Philip Royle, Andie Albin and Kristen Poole

Marshall Mast led the field from flag to flag in Sunday's Touring 3 Championship race.
photo by Rick Corwine

Monday's track walk was sometimes a jog, golf cart ride, or bike ride instead.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

It takes a village to get to and through the Runoffs. It's all about family here at SCCA -- born or chosen.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

You'd think the excitement would be gone after winning the Runoffs 15 times, but not for Andrew Aquilante who grabbed the checker first in Touring 1.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Calvin Stewart (left) and James Weida celebrate their F600 Runoffs podium finish.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

At the Runoffs, stakes are high. Sometimes things go smoothly. Sometimes you find yourself with what's left of your 5th gear on the ground next to your race car.
photo by Andie Albin

This is Wingnut and he knows how to have #funwithcars. He's been racing with Tom Campbell for almost 50 years!
photo by Jon Krolewicz

There are a lot of parts and specialty tools required to go racing. The most important is a few rolls of duct tape that match your livery.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Ethan Goulart's Spec Miata Championship wouldn't have happened without support -- especially from his dad, proud pappa Elivan Goulart (left).
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

When you're short, sometimes you need a high vantage point to see things.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

GT-1's Dave Ruehlow celebrated his first Runoffs gold the best way possible: with family.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

We carry their names as reminders of those who helped us get to where we are.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Camera operator John Hunter helps to bring the Runoffs action to your home! While all 26 races were streamed live, keep an eye out for on-demand versions on SCCA's YouTube channel soon.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Buckle up buttercup. Crew members strapping their drivers in before FE2 qualifying.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

How fast can you come down to Turn 5 before you hit the brakes? GT1 has a good answer.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Pre-race prep on David Ogburn's SRF3 went well, with Ogburn landing in second place come the checkered flag.
photo by Andy Howe

Sports car racing is often refered to as the "wine and cheese crowd" and here we are, upholding our reputation, at least with the wine.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Chip Herr's Super Touring Under Audi A4 carries a lot of history with it. Chip's been winning with this same car since the Speed World Challenge series. He leaves the windshield banner to honor that history.
photo by Rick Corwine

Noel Heyward pushes his GT-Lite MG Midget to the limit at the SCCA National Championship Runoffs presented by Sunoco.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Thanks to Mazda for this year's CX-90 Pace Cars. A team of three cars and nine drivers led our drivers around Road America's 4.048-mile course.
photo by Philip Royle

Taylor Hyatt opted for holding a flag instead of a steering wheel for this year's SCCA National Championship Runoffs - seen here working with Emily Putman at turn six.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Chuck Hines brings all his divisional wins to the Runoffs, for the vibes.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Up against the fence at one of Road America's 14 turns is the best way to enjoy every Runoffs.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Elkhart Lake local, Bart Wolf, led from green to checker on his way to a Prototype 2 Championship at Road America.
photo by Rick Corwine

The checkered flag is out as Charlie Peter claims his second Championship of the 2024 Runoffs Presented by Sunoco, this time in GT-2.
photo by Jeff Loewe

Quick draw spares rig - Spec Miata style.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Good reminders for everyone.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Ethan Lampe led every lap of Saturday's SMX Championship race, at least according to the lap chart.
photo by Jeff Loewe

It's important to know your place. That's where your friendly grid workers come in!
photo by Andy Howe

Even the big boss chips in to make the event run smoothly. SCCA President and CEO Mike Cobb could be found all around Road America throughout the week. His favorite place? Flagging one of the 14 corners.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Jump in the line - FE2 cars lined up and ready to go for Runoffs qualifying.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

A lot goes into live race coverage of the Runoffs. Here, we see the Apex team in the TV compound making sure everything runs smoothly.
photo by Andy Howe

James Jost gives his American Sedan Ford Mustang GT a once over before qualifying.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Fall was in the air Sept. 28-Oct. 6, 2024, during the 60th anniversary SCCA® National Championship Runoffs® presented by Sunoco in Wisconsin
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Clif Tufte smiles over his creation, Road America, making sure we all have a good time with good views!
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Tyler Ladd took home the SCCA Super Sweep Award, along with his E Production Championship, and got this super sweet trophy.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

With his race start in the F600 race at the SCCA National Championship Runoffs presented by Sunoco, Jack Walbran made his 32nd Runoffs start.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Jose Pena, 2024 Runoffs Champion, takes a quiet moment on grid before driving to the win in STL.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

America's National Park of Speed has everything a race fan could possibly want, even a beach!
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Wise words. We're here for racing.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

F Production National Champion Mason Workman put in the work, and the results were screaming good.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

This GT-Lite Runoffs gold marked number six for Peter Shadowen.
photo by Rick Corwine

When you're there to support every driver in a class like Justin Cornelison does as the Spec MX-5 Series Manager, spectating is extra stressful.
photo by Andy Howe

Things move quickly around Road America, whether its on track or off, if you blink you just might miss something!
photo by Andy Howe

Bjorn surveying the paddock to see what fun he can join.
photo by Andy Howe

The helmet of E Production racer Austin Bradshaw is pretty slick thanks to Sunoco, presenting sponsor of the 60th Anniversary Runoffs.
photo by Andy Howe

Eric Yagel, first time podium finisher in B-Spec, shares his victory with his daughter Aly at her first ever Runoffs.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

Cat Box races are a long-standing Road America tradition. We wonder if she knew that or was just having fun.
photo by Andy Howe

The 53-car SRF3 field takes the green at the 60th anniversary SCCA National Championship Runoffs presented by Sunoco at Road America.
photo by Andy Howe

GT-3 Champion Michael Lewis poses with daughter Lauren, Ceci Smith, and Laura Case in victory circle after claiming his 11th Runoffs title.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

GT-Lite driver Brian Linn and his team work hard to reassemble his Nissan Sentra after a test-day incident. Linn went on to drive to a 4th-place finish.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Just like a marathon, the Monday track walk at Road America included a beverage stop at Turn 5.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Nobody was safe at Road America from the spray of Mazza sparkling wine during podium celebrations at the 60th Anniversary SCCA National Championship Runoffs. T4 winner Alex Lozano got everyone involved!
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

Sunoco presented the 60th Anniversary Runoffs, but also supports drivers throughout the paddock, including H Production Champion Jesse Prather.
photo by Jeff Loewe

The front straight at Road America offered lots of room for side-by-side racing like this three-wide action during Touring 1 and American Sedan qualifying.
photo by Jeff Loewe

Volunteers are appreciated by all, and Buzz Hut makes a big gesture by offering free coffee to them thorughout the event.
photo by Andie Albin

Formula F driver Demetrios Constantinidis was feeling the season during October's 2024 Runoffs presented by Sunoco at Road America.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

It was BMW vs. Chevrolet at the front of Friday's Touring 3 race, with Charlie Peter and his BMW coming out on top.
photo by Jeff Loewe

To keep up with their drivers, crews were glued to the Runoffs livestream presented by Mazda.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Runoffs post-race driver interviews were so hot during the online broadcast that Heyward Wagner had to drop the mic and let things cool down from time to time.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

The Backroads Band kept everyone entertained during the Thursday night 60th Anniversary Runoffs party.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

SCCA staffer Deanna Flanagan was recognized for her years of service as the Club's Director of Road Racing as she gets ready for a new SCCA adventure as Director of Program Services.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

It's important to note which beer is legal for which class, even at Wednesday night's Block Party.
photo by Andie Albin

Daddy's biggest fan? Lilah Abbott would like to claim that title.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

"Worker of the Year" is only four words, but they mean the world when it comes to SCCA events around the country. We can never say it enough, "Thank You Workers!"
photo by Jon Krolewicz

The naturally-shaded spectator areas around Road America make it one of America's best spectator tracks.
photo by Andy Howe

The target of every driver at the Runoffs, a gold medal draped around their neck at the end of the race.
photo by Andy Howe

Evening chores at the track might include (track) walking the dog.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Like every prod racer, Kendall Jones, was ready for #funwithcars as the time came for the H Production race on Friday afternoon.
photo by Andy Howe

Sit down and enjoy the racing with your friendly Wisconsin Sasquatch.
photo by Andie Albin

Mike Taylor made a mid-week adjustment to his graphics package to support Danny Steyn, who was injured in an on track incident during Spec Maita qualifying.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Tazio Stefanelli celebrates his Formula F win at the 60th Anniversary SCCA National Championship Runoffs presented by Sunoco with Mazza sparkling wine, smiles and hugs.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

Let's go and have a "shaka-ingly" good time!
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Best. Pit. Vehicle. Ever.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

I am Shelby. Bow at my feet and follow me on IG, @ the_adventuresofshelby.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Wednesday qualifying at the Runoffs was Hawk “Brake-Through Performer” day. One driver in each of the 26 car classes got a free set of brake pads for a street car, race car, or tow vehicle.
photo by Philip Royle

David Ogburn was presented with the Hagerty Keepin' it Cool Award for finsihing on the SRF3 podium with a damaged car at the SCCA National Championship Runoffs presented by Sunoco.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

Blessed be the name of The Kink.
photo by Andy Howe

Grid worker Valerie Farret gets the STL field in order for their National Championship race.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Racing is about balance, and Goodyear helps some of our racers keep theirs!
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Gary Johnson goes for a GT-2 agricultural adventure in his Sunbeam Tiger at the SCCA National Championship Runoffs presented by Sunoco.
photo by Jeff Loewe

Ethan Goulart celebrates his Spec Miata win while also becoming SCCA's youngest National Champion ever.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Precision is key in motorsports and our technical inspectors take that precision very seriously.
photo by Andy Howe

It's not the first time a Whitston has won the Runoffs, but it is a first for Steve Whitston, your 2024 Formula Vee National Champion!
photo by Jeff Loewe

Road America's Turn 5 at the end of the Moraine Sweep has always been an important corner for drivers, and great vantage point for spectators.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

A fist bump of kudos for Christian Braulich from Greg Vandersluis after landing on the Runoffs podium.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

It's eyes forward for 2023's Spec Miata co-champion Preston Pardus as he prepared for Spec Miata qualifying.
photo by Kristen Poole

Grassroots Motorsports. Jerry Oleson's paddock spot demonstrates the magazine name.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Sometimes things don't go to plan. It was all but a frame-up rebuild for William Styczynski and his team to make the grid for Sunday's race after challenges in qualifying. He made the grid and drove the car to a 15th-place finish!
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Repeat American Sedan National Champion Daniel Richardson gives a "shoutout" to his family during Runoffs victory podium celebrations
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

This butterfly enjoyed the flowers near the Carousel. Same butterfly. Same.
photo by Philip Royle

Sneak peak at some testing being done by the 2044 Runoffs Champion.
photo by Andy Howe

Ethan Lampe stands out in profile as the first SMX Runoffs pole sitter. He later went on to become the first SMX Runoffs Champion!
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Whether it's a helmet or car, graphics are your chance to express yourself, like Brandon Schwarz did here.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Racing's amazing history, all told through stickers at Siebkens.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

With all the trees around Road America, there are plenty of opportunities to turn fallen trees into art. This eagle looking over Canada Corner is just one of many carvings scattered around the facility.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Tech worker of the year Shelby Robbins executes a fuel test to make sure competitors are compliant with the rules.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Cockpit full of smiles after Dudley Fleck won his first championship in Formula Atlantic.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Formula Continental Runoffs Champion Michael Varacins enjoys the moment with his daughter.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

The fashionable crew member knows - the shades gotta match the car.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Kurt Rezzetano shows daughter Adelyn around Road America Monday evening. It's never too early to start coaching the next generation of drivers!
photo by Jon Krolewicz

You could use a hand pump to pressurize the keg. OR, you could utilize a little technology.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

The SCCA National Championship Runoffs presented by Sunoco utilized Flagtronics to keep workers and drivers safe.
photo by Philip Royle

Just some of the tools at the disposale of our corner marshals.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Formula Atlantic's Dudley Fleck's family and friends celebrated exhuberantly after his first championship win.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Stickering up items is a long-standign race track tradition, including this wheel being used as a flag stand. Can you follow the story it's telling?
photo by Andy Howe

Goodie bags for the SCCA National Championship Runoffs presented by Sunoco don't pack themselves. For that, there's the SCCA staff.
photo by SCCA Staff

Beautiful, sunny conditions graced the 60th anniversary SCCA National Championship Runoffs presented by Sunoco at Road America -- perhaps a bit too sunny at times for some.
photo by Jeff Loewe

Some of our racers work hard, others work themselves to the bone to get to the Runoffs!
photo by Andy Howe

Driver Noah Harmon dressed up, strapped in, and chasing a Championships in SM and SMX.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Adam Jennerjahn's first Runoffs Championship came in a car that's no stranger to winning.
photo by Rick Corwine

Richard Hromin had a lot to celebrate, defending his 2023 B-Spec Championship with another win this year.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

Andrea King shows off the "family" of tracks she has visited.
photo by Andy Howe

Tom O’Gorman, Gregg Ginsberg and Larry “Lefty” MacLeod kept those at home "in the know" during qualifying for the 60th anniversary SCCA® National Championship Runoffs® presented by Sunoco.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Capturing the GT-1 action is tough...those cars are faaaast!
photo by Philip Royle

Amy Mills is always all smiles on the grid, this time as she prepares for her Super Touring Lite race.
photo by Andy Howe

Whereever you finish, and for reasons more than anyone might know, the Runoffs bring all of the feelings forward. The Abbott brothers took a moment to reflect on a good event and an emotional year for their family.
photo by Jon Krolewicz

Matt Romer had more than a Prototype 1 championship to celebrate Sunday afternoon. His now-fiancé Siera said, "YES" to his surprise victory circule proposal.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

Russ Turner sprays the Mazza sparkling wine for the first time as an SRF3 champion, his second time on the top step at the Runoffs in as many years.
photo by Stefan Jackowniak

A toast of Asbach Uralt -- to honor those no longer to able to join us at the Runoffs -- ends the Runoffs festivities as the sun sets on the grave of Brian Redman's Cat.
photo by Andy Howe

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