DG-Spec delighted to clinch title early

DG-Spec’s first full season in World Challenge has been rewarded with the Scion team taking the drivers and teams’ championships one race early.

“It’s a strange feeling because the season isn’t officially even over, so there was no massive celebration,” said team owner and driver Dan Gardner.

“Make no mistake about it though, this is a huge accomplishment that many people aspire to. Our program belongs to so many folks. Everyone can be proud of what we’ve accomplished together.”

Robert Stout has been the only full time driver with the team this season, and with a 278 point lead over the XOWii Racing Mazda of Eric Meyer, cannot be caught at the season finale at Utah next weekend.

“This was an incredible run,” said Stout.

“The effort started at our two test sessions before the first race in St. Pete, and this team hasn’t slowed down yet. Dan put together a great crew with Brad Allen, Sean Morris, Dave Fredrickson and John McNulty. I couldn’t ask for a better group of guys. They always made the car better no matter how late or long it took.”

“I get the interviews at the end of the race, but this Championship is much larger than any one person. It starts with all of our sponsors and then carries on to this incredible team. I’m honoured to return to them this Championship; it is truly all of ours.”