Sterling Becklin - Sportsman UTV Open-Stock

Sterling Becklin

Grants Pass, OR - #1805

Biography

Sterling Becklin has established himself as a formidable force in SCORE desert racing, capturing the 2021 SCORE Baja 500 championship in the Sportsman UTV Open-Stock class with an impressive finish time of 13:47:19. Operating out of Grants Pass, Oregon, Becklin demonstrated exceptional skill and determination in navigating the grueling Ensenada desert course alongside co-drivers Terry Madded and Jerid Bipzer.

His victory in the demanding Baja 500 showcased not only his driving prowess but also his ability to maintain consistent performance over the marathon distance that separates champions from competitors. The Sportsman UTV Open-Stock class represents some of the most competitive racing in SCORE's UTV divisions, where mechanical reliability and strategic race management are just as crucial as raw speed.

Becklin's success reflects the growing prominence of UTV racing within SCORE International competition, where side-by-side vehicles have become increasingly sophisticated and competitive. His championship run exemplifies the dedication required to excel in Baja's unforgiving terrain, where split-second decisions and flawless execution determine race outcomes. As he continues competing in SCORE events, Becklin represents the next generation of desert racing talent emerging from the Pacific Northwest.

In SCORE Journal

2021 Baja 500 SPORTSMAN UTV UNLIMITED | July 2021 Issue

The No. 1805 Polaris RZR of Sterling Becklin, with co-drivers Terry Madded and Jerid Bipzer, fortunately had no other competitors, but finished the course in a respectable 13:47:19 to win the class. Read More

 

Sterling Becklin

World Desert Championship

SCORE Race Results | 2017-Present

2021 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 500 Presented by 4 Wheel Parts

#15 Overall and #1 in Sportsman UTV Open-Stock