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Event Dates: July 2-3, 2026
The SR3 Road Course Squeeze Lane was alive with the roar of tiny motors and the scent of ozone this past July 2nd and 3rd, hosting the highly anticipated 2026 IROC Championship “Under The Lights.” This year’s event delivered a nail-biting display of slot car racing, with championship points fiercely contested across four official races, culminating in an electrifying finish. Beyond the intense competition, the camaraderie was palpable, fueled by the fantastic array of food and drink brought by all participants – a testament to the vibrant community spirit that thrives at Stewart Raceway. As always, the track, meticulously maintained by Stewart Raceway, provided a challenging yet fair battleground for all classes.
While all races showcased incredible skill, the championship title for the 2026 IROC event was decided by the cumulative results of the first four official races. The competition was incredibly tight, with mere laps separating the top contenders, making for one of the closest IROC finishes in recent memory at Stewart Raceway. The spirit of IROC (International Race of Champions), designed to pit top drivers against each other in equally prepared cars, was on full display, pushing every racer to their limits.
Cece Caro, an advanced class driver, showed incredible grit and consistency throughout the official championship races, securing a remarkable 3rd place overall finish in the coveted IROC event. Her performance, accumulating 308 laps and 185 points, clearly demonstrates her rising prowess on the track, making her a formidable competitor in the Advanced class.
Amateur driver Tracker Clay continued his steady ascent in the ranks, demonstrating consistent improvement across the races he entered. His dedication is clearly paying off, as he posted solid lap counts and points, constantly pushing his personal bests.
We also extend a warm welcome and highlight the impressive debut of our newest driver, Carlo Fernandez. Carlo quickly adapted to the competitive environment, putting in respectable performances and showing great potential for future events. His eagerness and speed hint at a bright slot car racing future.
While the top spot for the official championship went to Steve Stewart with 315 laps and 229 points, the battle for the podium was incredibly close, with Dean Donaldson hot on his heels, just 7 laps behind, and Cece Caro tying Dean in total laps for the official races. John Rogers also delivered a strong performance, securing a high overall finish with consistent driving. Kevin Webster and Andy Gersh both showed strong competitive spirit with solid lap counts and points in the official races. Dustin Jolley, despite only participating in one official championship race, made his mark with a win in the MegaG+ 1.5 Lexan Team Jolly Rogers class, showcasing his potential.
These events continue to uphold the rich tradition of slot car racing, echoing the history and passion often shared on stewartraceway.org, where every race is more than just a competition – it’s a community gathering, a test of skill, and a celebration of speed and precision.
2026 IROC Championship Overall Standings (Official Races 1-4)
| Driver | Total Laps | Total Points | Best Fastest Lap (Overall in Class) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Stewart | 315 | 229 | 5.281 |
| Dean Donaldson | 308 | 218 | 5.379 |
| Cece Caro | 308 | 185 | 5.522 |
| John Rogers | 304 | 203 | 5.374 |
| Andy Gersh | 298 | 185 | 5.764 |
| Kevin Webster | 291 | 179 | 6.058 |
| Carlofornia Fernandez | 270 | 140 | 5.756 |
| Trakker Clay | 199 | 114 | 6.083 |
| Dustin Jolley | 80 | 51 | 6.004 |
Race 1: MegaG+ 1.7 Modified (Official Championship Race)
Track: SR3 Road Course Squeeze Lane
Date: Jul-02-2026 18:44
Class: MegaG+ 1.7 Modified (i)
| Name | Total Laps | Total Points | Fastest Laptime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Stewart | 79 | 58 | 6.122 |
| Dean Donaldson | 78 | 56 | 5.799 |
| Cece Caro | 78 | 52 | 5.803 |
| Andy Gersh | 74 | 42 | 5.982 |
| John Rogers | 71 | 47 | 5.685 |
| Kevin Webster | 71 | 47 | 6.202 |
| Trakker Clay | 66 | 40 | 6.341 |
| Carlofornia Fernandez | 65 | 34 | 6.362 |
View Detailed Race Report: RaceReport_ 167_Jul-02-2026_SR3RoadCourseSqueezeLane.html
Race 2: MegaG+ 1.7 Formula e (Official Championship Race)
Track: SR3 Road Course Squeeze Lane
Date: Jul-02-2026 19:36
Class: MegaG+ 1.7 Formula e (i) 18v
| Name | Total Laps | Total Points | Fastest Laptime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Stewart | 79 | 61 | 5.281 |
| John Rogers | 76 | 54 | 5.374 |
| Kevin Webster | 76 | 53 | 6.058 |
| Dean Donaldson | 75 | 53 | 5.379 |
| Cece Caro | 77 | 50 | 5.522 |
| Andy Gersh | 72 | 45 | 6.028 |
| Trakker Clay | 64 | 32 | 6.083 |
| Carlofornia Fernandez | 60 | 28 | 5.756 |
View Detailed Race Report: RaceReport_ 168_Jul-02-2026_SR3RoadCourseSqueezeLane.html
Race 3: Wizzard Storms (Official Championship Race)
Track: SR3 Road Course Squeeze Lane
Date: Jul-02-2026 20:58
Class: Wizzard Storms (i)
| Name | Total Laps | Total Points | Fastest Laptime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Stewart | 79 | 54 | 5.908 |
| John Rogers | 78 | 53 | 5.768 |
| Andy Gersh | 76 | 52 | 5.764 |
| Dean Donaldson | 76 | 51 | 5.674 |
| Cece Caro | 77 | 49 | 5.756 |
| Carlofornia Fernandez | 73 | 38 | 5.964 |
| Kevin Webster | 71 | 37 | 6.074 |
| Trakker Clay | 69 | 42 | 6.215 |
View Detailed Race Report: RaceReport_ 169_Jul-02-2026_SR3RoadCourseSqueezeLane.html
Race 4: MegaG+ 1.5 Lexan Team Jolly Rogers (Official Championship Race)
Track: SR3 Road Course Squeeze Lane
Date: Jul-02-2026 21:54
Class: MegaG+ 1.5 Lexan Team Jolly Rogers
| Name | Total Laps | Total Points | Fastest Laptime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dustin Jolley | 80 | 51 | 6.004 |
| Dean Donaldson | 79 | 58 | 5.879 |
| Steve Stewart | 78 | 56 | 5.692 |
| John Rogers | 79 | 49 | 5.872 |
| Andy Gersh | 76 | 46 | 6.330 |
| Kevin Webster | 73 | 42 | 6.058 |
| Carlofornia Fernandez | 72 | 40 | 5.897 |
| Cece Caro | 76 | 34 | 5.955 |
View Detailed Race Report: RaceReport_ 170_Jul-02-2026_SR3RoadCourseSqueezeLane.html
Race 5: MegaG+ 1.7 FireBird Camaro Deans Mix (Unofficial)
Track: SR3 Road Course Squeeze Lane
Date: Jul-02-2026 23:02
Class: MegaG+ 1.7 FireBird Camaro Deans Mix
| Name | Total Laps | Total Points | Fastest Laptime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Stewart | 77 | 55 | 5.947 |
| Dustin Jolley | 76 | 51 | 5.655 |
| John Rogers | 76 | 47 | 5.717 |
| Dean Donaldson | 75 | 47 | 5.833 |
| Cece Caro | 73 | 42 | 5.792 |
| Kevin Webster | 69 | 40 | 6.231 |
View Detailed Race Report: RaceReport_ 171_Jul-02-2026_SR3RoadCourseSqueezeLane.html
Race 6: Tyco 440-X2 Wide-Pan Porche 935 Hardbody (Unofficial)
Track: SR3 Road Course Squeeze Lane
Date: Jul-03-2026 00:01
Class: Tyco 440-X2 Wide-Pan Porche 935 Hardbody (i) Jolle
| Name | Total Laps | Total Points | Fastest Laptime |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Stewart | 78 | 55 | 6.498 |
| John Rogers | 78 | 49 | 6.448 |
| Dustin Jolley | 75 | 53 | 6.699 |
| Cece Caro | 73 | 42 | 6.699 |
| Kevin Webster | 67 | 36 | 7.083 |
View Detailed Race Report: RaceReport_ 173_Jul-03-2026_SR3RoadCourseSqueezeLane.html
NEW TRACK RECORDS
The following new track records were established during this event:
| Class | Lane | Driver | Time | Lap Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MegaG+ 1.7 Formula e (i) 18v | 2 | Steve Stewart | 20:22 | 5281 |
| MegaG+ 1.7 Formula e (i) 18v | 4 | Dean Donaldson | 20:22 | 5379 |
| MegaG+ 1.7 FireBird Camaro Deans Mix | 2 | Dustin Jolley | 23:45 | 5655 |
| Tyco 440-X2 Wide-Pan Porche 935 Hardbody (i) Jolle | 2 | Steve Stewart | 00:33 | 6910 |
| Tyco 440-X2 Wide-Pan Porche 935 Hardbody (i) Jolle | 4 | Steve Stewart | 00:33 | 6498 |
| MegaG+ 1.5 Lexan Team Jolly Rogers | 2 | Dean Donaldson | 22:49 | 5903 |
| MegaG+ 1.5 Lexan Team Jolly Rogers | 5 | Steve Stewart | 22:49 | 5692 |
| MegaG+ 1.7 Modified (i) | 2 | John Rogers | 19:27 | 5685 |
| MegaG+ 1.7 Modified (i) | 3 | Cece Caro | 19:27 | 5803 |
| MegaG+ 1.7 Modified (i) | 4 | Dean Donaldson | 19:27 | 5967 |
| MegaG+ 1.7 Modified (i) | 5 | Dean Donaldson | 19:27 | 6129 |
| Wizzard Storms (i) | 2 | Steve Stewart | 21:46 | 6146 |
| Wizzard Storms (i) | 3 | Dean Donaldson | 21:46 | 5674 |
| Wizzard Storms (i) | 4 | Cece Caro | 21:46 | 5756 |
| Wizzard Storms (i) | 5 | Andy Gersh | 21:46 | 6120 |
| MegaG+ 1.7 FireBird Camaro Deans Mix | 3 | Steve Stewart | 23:45 | 6162 |
| MegaG+ 1.7 FireBird Camaro Deans Mix | 4 | Dustin Jolley | 23:45 | 6257 |
| MegaG+ 1.7 FireBird Camaro Deans Mix | 5 | Steve Stewart | 23:45 | 5947 |
These new records highlight exceptional driving performances across various classes and lanes on the challenging SR3 Road Course Squeeze Lane. Drivers like Steve Stewart, Dean Donaldson, Dustin Jolley, John Rogers, Cece Caro, and Andy Gersh pushed the limits, setting new benchmarks for speed and precision. Notably, Steve Stewart established multiple fastest lap records in various classes and lanes, demonstrating his mastery of the track. Dean Donaldson also made his mark with several new records, particularly impressing in the MegaG+ 1.7 Formula e and Wizzard Storms* classes. Dustin Jolley showed impressive pace in the MegaG+ 1.7 FireBird Camaro Deans Mix, while John Rogers set a blistering pace in the MegaG+ 1.7 Modified. Cece Caro and Andy Gersh also contributed to the record books, underscoring the high level of competition and individual achievement at this event.
* Wizzard Storms were run at a higher voltage than previous records were set with.
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Thank you all for making our 2026 IROC Championship a great success!
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