Jacumba, CA - #131A
Racing out of the desert town of Jacumba, California, Gilberto Perez has established himself as a formidable competitor in SCORE's most demanding terrain. His breakthrough moment came during the 2013 SCORE Baja 1000, where he captured victory in the grueling Class 24 division alongside teammates Juan Dominguez, Alonzo Dominguez, David Scott, and Travis Dillon, navigating the challenging 883.1-mile Ensenada to Ensenada course that claimed more than half the field.
This triumph represents the culmination of years spent mastering the unforgiving Baja Peninsula, where mechanical failures and navigation errors can end campaigns in an instant. Perez's ability to maintain focus and speed across nearly 900 miles of unpredictable desert terrain showcases the tactical racing intelligence that separates champions from mere finishers in SCORE competition.
His success in Class 24 places him among an elite group of SCORE Baja 1000 champions, joining the ranks of legendary desert racers who have conquered one of off-road racing's most prestigious events. The technical demands of Class 24 racing, requiring precise vehicle setup and strategic pit coordination, highlight Perez's comprehensive approach to desert racing excellence.
DNF in Sportsman Quad