Recapping the 2026 New Years Shootout at TQMA!

The TQMA Shootout at TQMA has passed, and what an exciting event that was for the Sartori Racing Team!

Seamus “Bullet” Sartori kicked off his weekend by charging to an impressive 3rd-place finish in his first-ever Senior Honda heat at TQMA. Despite the strong start, we missed the setup just slightly, and Seamus fought hard but ultimately finished near the back of the field in Saturday’s main. The team went back to work overnight, dialing in adjustments that paid off on Sunday when Seamus once again captured 3rd in the heat. That result earned him a P6 starting position in the A Main, allowing him to skip the B Main entirely—a milestone achievement he had never reached before. In the A Main, the car still wasn’t quite where we needed it, and Seamus slipped back one position to finish 7th, but showed excellent racecraft and awareness by avoiding a massive multi-car wreck, bringing the car home clean.

Aoife “Black Widow” Sartori delivered a powerhouse weekend in Heavy Honda, showcasing consistency and confidence behind the wheel. She battled up front on Saturday to secure a 2nd-place finish in the main, then came back even stronger on Sunday. Aoife dominated the field and captured the checkered flag, taking 1st place in the Heavy Honda main and capping off an outstanding performance.

Fiona “Red Rock” Sartori made a huge statement in her first-ever appearance at TQMA, immediately proving she belongs at the front. She swept both Heavy Honda heats, showing pace and control all weekend. Fiona led the Saturday main until an unfortunate broken chain ended her run early, and on Sunday, she once again paced the field before a damaged radius rod forced her out. Despite the results not reflecting it, Fiona’s speed and leadership at the front made it clear she was the driver to beat.

We couldn’t be prouder of the determination, resilience, and heart these kids showed on and off the track. Every lap was driven with passion, and the growth, grit, and talent on display made this weekend one to remember for the entire team. 🏁