The wait is over! The iRacing Short Course World Cup is officially returning in 2024, and it's set to be one of the biggest virtual off-road racing stand-alone events of the year. Mark your calendars for September 18th and 19th as the world’s top virtual off-road racers compete for glory in a two-day showdown, with over $400 on the line!
Event Details
Dates: September 18th & 19th, 2024
Broadcasting: RaceSpot TV (YouTube and Facebook)
Purse: $400+
Truck Classes: Pro 2 (2WD) & Pro 4 (4WD)
On September 18th, the action kicks off with one-at-a-time qualifying, where every racer will have their moment to shine on the stream. The top 8 from qualifying will compete in a dash race, and their finishing positions will determine the final lineup for the main events on Thursday.
September 19th will feature three high-stakes races: the Pro 2 Cup Race, the Pro 4 Cup Race, and the ultimate showdown—the Pro 2 vs. Pro 4 World Cup. This is the prestigious main event where the best drivers from both classes go head-to-head to see who will claim the title of World Cup Champion.
Sponsor & Partner Highlights
We proudly announce AM Pressure Washing as the title sponsor for this year's event. Based out of Lake Elsinore, California, AM Pressure Washing offers many services, including surface cleaning, pressure washing, stain and graffiti removal, and more. They are a trusted name in the industry, and we're excited to have them leading the charge for this event.
Returning to support the event are CBR Performance Products, Dirt Sports World, and Signature Propellers. We're also thrilled to welcome a new partner this year—Racecraft Academy. Racecraft Academy offers coaching in off-road, oval racing, and more, with driving coaching provided by professional drivers from Nitro Circus Sim Racing.
Expected Driver Lineup
As always, the competition is fierce, and while the final lineup is not yet confirmed, some of the biggest names in virtual off-road racing are expected to participate. Reigning 2x iRacing Short Course World Cup Champion Keaton Swane is likely to defend his title, alongside his Factory Sim Sport teammates Tyson Miller, Crystal King, and Nicholas Dachelet.
Nitro Circus Sim Racing is expected to bring its own powerhouse lineup, including Connor Barry (3x iRacing Short Course National Champion), Josh Edmundson (2021 World Cup Champion), Jakob Rafoss, Keith Jeffery, and Trever Teal.
Team Gold eSports could also make their presence known, with drivers like Luke Knupp (2020 National Champion), Trenton Briley, Thad Countryman, and Joel Blewitt likely joining the competition.
Representing Racecraft Academy, expect to see Sean Winkler, Zachary Drapkin, Robby Swan, and Wes Graham battling for the top spot. Additional top contenders could include Dane Culver, Kody Winiecki, Oliver Golding, Keenan Kusan, and many more.
Don’t Miss the Action!
This year’s iRacing Short Course World Cup is expected to attract record entries and deliver some of the most exciting racing in virtual off-road competition. Whether you're a fan or a competitor, this is an event you won't want to miss.
Sign up today at iRacingShortCourse.com and join us on September 18th at 6 pm PST for live coverage on the iRacing Short Course YouTube and Facebook pages, as well as the RaceSpot YouTube page.
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