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This week, the improbable but undeniable motorsports phenomenon that is the annual Optima King of the Hammers presented by Ford Performance has arrived. So too have tens of thousands off-road faith…
This week marks the beginning of the annual Optima King of the Hammers presented by Ford Performance, a motorsports phenomenon drawing tens of thousands of off-road enthusiasts to Johnson Valley, California. The event features a 24-hour energy that captivates attendees, while racers compete in various aspects of the sport throughout the prestigious week. The focus of this weekend is on traditional desert racing, with qualifying for limited classes and the primary 64.9-mile “Red Lap” course for various categories on Saturday. Sunday will see unlimited desert categories taking center stage, with notable racers such as Luke McMillin and Apdaly Lopez vying for top honors. Qualifying sessions and youth races will take place on the following days, leading up to the Can-Am UTV Hammers Championship race on Thursday, featuring top names like Johnny Greaves and Ronnie Anderson. The event promises to showcase thrilling competition and world-class talent in both desert and rock racing disciplines.
