Aaron Reutzel's Comeback Victory at High Limit Perris Race After Las Vegas Crash
Aaron Reutzel overcame a severe injury to secure a dominant victory at Perris Auto Speedway in the Kubota High Limit Racing Series. Just one week after being hospitalized with a broken nose and facial injuries at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Reutzel showcased remarkable resilience in his Ridge & Sons Racing No. 87.
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Reutzel commanded the entire event, clinching fastest times in Hot Laps, QuickTime honors, the FK Rod Ends Dash, and leading every lap of the Kubota A-Main. Despite challenges from Tanner Holmes and a green-white-checkered finish, Reutzel maintained control to claim his second series victory.
Austin McCarl finished second in the Country Builders Racing No. 88, while defending champion Brad Sweet secured third place in the Kasey Kahne Racing NAPA Auto Parts No. 49. Sweet's podium finish helped maintain his championship lead with 45 points.
Notable Finishes:
- 4th: Brent Marks
- 5th: Kaleb Montgomery (career-best performance)
- 6th: Rico Abreu
- 7th: Tyler Courtney
- 8th: D.J. Netto
- 9th: Dominic Scelzi
- 10th: Kasey Kahne
Championship Standings After 4/59 Races:
- Brad Sweet (285 points)
- Tyler Courtney (-45)
- Brent Marks (-54)
- Rico Abreu (-66)
- Aaron Reutzel (-77)
The series continues with a doubleheader at Central Arizona Raceway in Casa Grande on March 28-29, marking its first appearance in Arizona.
Race Statistics:
- Fastest Lap: Aaron Reutzel (15.862 seconds)
- Hard Charger: Danny Sams III (+9 positions)
- Total Laps: 30
- Margin of Victory: 1.777 seconds