Don Whittington - Pro UTV Normally Aspirated

Don Whittington

Scottsdale, AZ - #1998

Vehicle Specifications:

Make: Polaris  Model: Polaris  Engine: Polaris  Engine Builder: Mark Queens Chassis: Long Star  Transmission: Polaris

Biography

A veteran of desert racing's most demanding challenges, this seasoned competitor has established himself as a formidable force in SCORE's Pro UTV Normally Aspirated class. His impressive 2017 campaign delivered dual podium finishes with third-place class victories at both the prestigious SCORE Baja 1000 and the legendary Baja 500, demonstrating exceptional consistency across the sport's most grueling events.

Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, he brings decades of experience to the desert racing arena, often teaming with accomplished co-drivers including Off-Road Hall of Fame inductee and Baja Champion Larry Ragland, along with veteran racer Bill Whittington. This combination of seasoned expertise creates a formidable racing partnership capable of conquering Baja's most challenging terrain.

His participation in the historic 50th BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 1000 showcased his elite-level competitiveness, where he battled through intense competition in the highly contested Pro UTV NA class. The season-long championship fight between top competitors highlighted his consistent performance and tactical racing approach.

Known for his strategic racing style and ability to navigate the technical challenges of Mexico's unforgiving desert courses, he continues to represent the highest level of SCORE off-road competition while mentoring the next generation of desert racing talent.

In SCORE Journal

Liebelt and the 408x Team Took Home a Class Championship | December 2021 Issue

Many of the Pro Moto 30 racers were also competing in Pro Moto 40 and other classes. As a result, some of the teams had well-experienced riders assisting to maximize their efforts to get on the podium. Among the Pro Moto 40 racers, the 408x team of Ryan Liebelt got to the finish first with the help of co-riders Jason Trubey and Brandon Wright. Read More

Winning Streaks Continue In Pro Moto Age Classes | October 2021 Issue

The 308x team of Greg Bardonexx, James Justin Shultz, Ryan Liebelt, and Shane Esposito have been on winning teams and showed their riding talents in Pro Moto 30. They rode their Yamaha WR450F to their second victory this season, but the 325x team of Jano Montoya has not made it easy. Read More

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Don Whittington

World Desert Championship

SCORE Race Results | 2017-Present

2018 SCORE 32nd San Felipe 250

DNF in Pro UTV Normally Aspirated

2017 BFGoodrich Tires SCORE 50th Baja 1000

#93 Overall and #3 in Pro UTV Normally Aspirated

2017 SCORE Tijuana Desert Challenge Final

#19 Overall and #2 in Pro UTV Normally Aspirated

2017 SCORE Baja 500

#117 Overall and #3 in Pro UTV Normally Aspirated

2017 SCORE 31st San Felipe 250

#109 Overall and #2 in Pro UTV Normally Aspirated