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Second time was the charm for Noah Harmon, who took home the $150,000 scholarship from Mazda in his return to the MX-5 Cup Shootout this week. Harmon will use the prize money to compete in the 2025…
Noah Harmon won the $150,000 scholarship from Mazda at the MX-5 Cup Shootout, propelling him to compete in the 2025 Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup. Helio Meza earned the $100,000 runner-up prize for his 2025 season, building on his success from the Spec MX-5 scholarship. Ashlyn Speed secured the Mazda Women in Motorsport Initiative Scholarship, receiving $100,000 for her MX-5 Cup racing career next year. Judges faced a tough task evaluating finalists’ skills beyond speed, including data interpretation and coaching application. Harmon’s previous experience and dedication shone through, leading to his success, while Meza and Speed also expressed gratitude for their achievements and future prospects in motorsport. The MX-5 Cup Shootout was a pivotal moment for all involved, marking a bright future for the talented winners.
