Biography

Building his legacy in the unforgiving Baja desert, this Illinois-based desert racing veteran has carved his name into SCORE history with remarkable perseverance and skill. Most notably, he captured the coveted SCORE Baja 1000 class championship in Pro UTV Open in 2018, conquering the legendary 1,000-mile peninsula test that pushes both man and machine to their absolute limits.

Racing the brutal Baja terrain behind the wheel of his Can-Am Maverick X3, Werth has demonstrated the grit and determination that defines championship-level desert racing. His 2018 Baja 1000 victory stands as a testament to his ability to navigate the treacherous course that has claimed countless competitors over the decades. The achievement required not only exceptional driving skills but also strategic race management and flawless preparation across nearly 1,200 miles of Mexico's most challenging terrain.

Competing in SCORE's highly competitive Pro UTV Forced Induction class, Werth faces off against the sport's elite pilots in some of the most technologically advanced side-by-side vehicles on the planet. His success in the world's most prestigious desert racing series has established him as a formidable competitor capable of battling the best international talent while representing the American Midwest on racing's biggest stage.