Ensenada, BC - #289X
Despite facing a disqualification at the Baja 1000 in his Honda-powered Sportsman Moto entry after completing the grueling 43-hour, 19-minute journey across Baja California's unforgiving terrain, this Ensenada-based desert racer exemplifies the relentless spirit that defines SCORE International competition. Racing from his home base just minutes from the famous Baja peninsula race courses, Aquendez brings intimate knowledge of the challenging desert terrain that has claimed countless competitors over the decades.
The technical disqualification, despite crossing the finish line, underscores the exacting standards and rigorous scrutiny that separate SCORE desert racing from other motorsports disciplines. His ability to navigate the complete 1000-mile course through Mexico's most demanding landscape demonstrates the mechanical preparation, navigation skills, and physical endurance required to compete at SCORE's highest level.
Operating out of Ensenada, Aquendez joins a proud tradition of Baja California racers who have made their mark on the sport, racing on courses that wind through their backyard. His commitment to the Sportsman Moto division showcases dedication to the grassroots level of desert racing, where privateers and weekend warriors test themselves against the same brutal conditions faced by professional trophy truck teams.
DNF in Sportsman Moto
