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Scott Free Racing Claims World Championship in Key West

The 2025 season came to a storybook finish for Scott Free Racing, as the team captured the World Championship title in Key West - the biggest and most prestigious offshore powerboat race of the year. Against a field stacked with the best teams in the world and under the bright Key West spotlight, Scott Free Racing rose to the occasion, winning two of the three races to secure the top spot overall and cap off an incredible season.

The week started under intense anticipation as teams rolled into Key West for the Offshore World Championships. Known for its challenging conditions, unpredictable weather, and electric crowds, Key West is where legends are made - and the Scott Free crew arrived more determined than ever.

After a flawless performance in Race 1, the team set the tone early, showing strong speed and precise handling through the rough sections. Their preparation and setup proved spot-on, as they took the win and valuable championship points heading into the next race.

Race 2 tested every ounce of focus and endurance. With shifting winds and building seas, maintaining balance and trim was a challenge for every team. Despite the demanding conditions, Scott Free Racing fought hard to the end, finishing just off the top spot but keeping their overall lead within reach going into the final showdown.

Championship Sunday brought picture-perfect weather and packed spectator areas around the island - the stage was set for a winner-take-all finale. When the green flag dropped, Scott Free wasted no time asserting control. The team executed flawlessly from start to finish, maintaining their line, pushing through traffic, and delivering another dominant victory to clinch the World Championship title.

Team driver Stephen Kildahl reflected on the accomplishment:

"This is what we've worked for all season. Key West is the race everyone wants to win, and to come out of here as World Champions is unreal. Our crew has been incredible all year - from setup to strategy - and this one?s for everyone who?s been behind us from day one."

The victory marks a monumental milestone for Scott Free Racing - not just a testament to the team's speed and consistency, but to their resilience, preparation, and teamwork. Throughout the season, the crew faced tough conditions, fierce competition, and moments that tested every part of their operation. But through it all, the drive to improve and the passion for the sport never wavered.

With the 2025 World Championship trophy now in hand, Scott Free Racing closes out the season on the highest note possible - proving once again why they're among the elite in offshore racing. The team now turns their focus to the offseason, ready to carry this momentum into an even stronger 2026 campaign.