Polaris racers claim top nine spots at Baja 500

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Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Polaris racers claim top nine spots at Baja 500
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The 57th SCORE Baja 500 concluded with Polaris dominating the event, capturing the top nine overall positions. Branden Sims won the UTV Overall victory, completing the race in his RZR Pro R Factory vehicle. Wayne Matlock finished second, followed by rookie Ethan Groom in third. The event covered 468 miles of challenging desert terrain. This victory marks Sims' first SCORE win since 2022, following a sixth-place start. Polaris plans to continue its performance at the upcoming Best In The Desert Vegas to Reno event in August.

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  • Polaris swept the podium, taking the top nine spots at the Baja 500.
  • Branden Sims secured first place, marking his return to victory.
  • Wayne Matlock and Ethan Groom placed second and third, respectively.
  • The race covered 468 miles of desert terrain.
  • Polaris aims for continued success at the Vegas to Reno event in August.
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The Baja 500 wrapped up and Polaris is going home carrying the hardware it set out to return with. In a dominating performance, the brand's side-by-side racers took not just the top three but the top nine overall positions in the 57th SCORE Baja 500. This means they snagged the UTV Overall victory, with Branden Sims claiming the top spot in his RZR Pro R Factory race rig.

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