The roar of engines echoed across the turquoise waters of Key West as the Southernmost Continental Championship kicked off with a bang! Two fearless Bermuda crews, Nuff Said Bermuda and Team Bermuda, charged into the Super Stock Class, ready to conquer the waves and claim glory for their island home.
Luis Martin and Andy Stoneham, the dynamic duo behind Nuff Said Bermuda, faced an early setback, struggling to find their rhythm at the start. But like true Bermudian racers, they weathered the storm, holding their own in a race packed with high-speed drama.
Meanwhile, David Selley and Steven Bridges, piloting Team Bermuda, encountered a cruel twist of fate. Engine troubles reared their ugly head, leaving them stranded and heartbroken. A bitter pill to swallow, but the spirit of racing burned bright within them.
The tension reached fever pitch when Chris Hopgood and Jay Muller, driving Celsius, experienced a dramatic rollover, sending shockwaves through the fleet. A red flag halted the action, leaving spectators on the edge of their seats.
Amidst the chaos, Randy Keys and Billy Allen, representing Team Allen Lawn Care & Landscaping, navigated the treacherous course with precision and power, seizing victory with a time of 23:31.
Despite the challenges, Nuff Said Bermuda, driven by the unwavering determination of Martin and Stoneham, clawed their way to a respectable 9th place finish, two laps down. Though disappointed, they held their heads high, embodying the resilience that defines Bermuda's seafaring spirit.
Sadly, Team Bermuda, hampered by their mechanical woes, couldn't finish the race. But their fighting spirit remained undimmed, a testament to their passion for the sport.
With the first battle fought, both Bermuda teams are licking their wounds and plotting their comeback. Sunday promises another adrenaline-fueled showdown, and you can bet these island warriors will be back with a vengeance, ready to tame the waves and chase that checkered flag!
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