Road Atlanta - NAF1000 Results

[Thomas Copeland]

Tim Pierce Takes Surprise Win at Atlanta in NAF1000 Inaugural Race

Road Atlanta, Braselton, Georgia (March 11, 2017) - Tim Pierce outlasted his rivals to takes a surprise victory at the very first race of the new North American Formula 1000 Championship presented by America Racer Tire, Sunoco Fuels, Taylor Engineering, Jongbloed Racing Wheels, George Dean Engines, Rilltech Racing, Wilwood Disc Brakes, Rebel Gear, and Hurley Race Products.

On a day that saw temperatures in the low 50's, a cold track, and overcast threatening skies Alex Mayer took the top qualifying time in Formula 1000 in his American Racer Tire JDR with a time of 1:24.1.

The race started as sprinkles of rain fell over the competitors as they took the green flag. Within a few laps the first of multiple double yellow flags came out as the conditions caught out several drivers in the mixed class field. Polesitter Alex Mayer developed mechanical troubles early ending his chances of victory. Jose Gerardo in the Galmer took over from Mayer only to have battery issues slow him and ruin his chances for claiming the top spot. As cars continue to drop out of contention for the lead Tim Pierce suddenly found himself first amongst his Championship competitors going on to claim a surprise Race One win.

Top 6 Results and Awards:

1. Tim Pierce $300
2. Jose Gerardo $200
3. Alex Mayer $100
4. Thomas Copeland $50
5. Charles Livingtson $50
6. Zane Gibbs $50

Sunoco Hard Charger Award - Tim Pierce $200

Taylor Engineering Award - Alex Mayer $200

Jongbloed Racing Wheels Award - Zane Gibbs $100

Hurley Race Products Award - Jose Gerardo $100

George Dean Award - Charles Livingston

Rebel Gear Award - Zane Gibbs

Wilwood Tough Brake 4th Place Award - Thomas Copeland

Rilltech Racing Award - Charles Livingston

American Racer Free Tire Award - Thomas Copeland


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[Thomas Copeland]

Jose Gerardo Cruises to Win Race 2 at Road Atlanta

Road Atlanta, Braselton, Georgia (March 12, 2017) - Jose Gerardo saw his closest competitors drop out as he ran away to an easy victory on Race 2 of the 2017 North American Formula 1000 Championship presented by America Racer Tire, Sunoco Fuels, Taylor Engineering, Jongbloed Racing Wheels, George Dean Engines, Rilltech Racing, Wilwood Disc Brakes, Rebel Gear, and Hurley Race Products.

Sunday saw near freezing temperatures and an overcast skies greet the competitors as the green flag flew. Alex Mayer once again developed mechanical woes that saw his race end early. Saturday race winner Tim Pierce took second with Zane Gibbs rounding out the podium in third. The race less eventful as on Sunday saw the competitors mostly battle the cold track conditions. On the final lap the chain on Copeland's car loosen off the sprocket just as he crested the final turn under the bridge, he managed to limp the car slowly down the hill into the pits where he took the checkered flag.

Top 6 Results and Awards:

1. Jose Gerardo $300
2. Tim Pierce $200
3. Zane Gibbs $100
4. Charles Livingston $50
5. Thomas Copeland $50
6. Alex Mayer $50

Sunoco Hard Charger Award - Awarded to all drivers (split equally) $200

Taylor Engineering Award - Thomas Copeland $200

Jongbloed Racing Wheels Award - Tim Pierce $100

George Dean Award - Jose Gerardo

Rebel Gear Award - Charles Livingston

Wilwood Tough Brake 4th Place Award - Charles Livingston

American Racer Free Tire Award - Alex Mayer


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[Mike Devins]

Good Luck to everyone in the series - Colleen and I are glad to be a part of this for sure.