POLARIS AND RZR FACTORY RACING MAKE HISTORY WITH COMPLETE DOMINATION OF 2025 SCORE BAJA 500®, SWEEPING UTV OVERALL PODIUM WITH 1-2-3 FINISH

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Polaris RZR Factory Racing achieved a historic milestone at the 57th BFGoodrich Baja 500, securing a complete UTV overall podium sweep. Brock Heger continued his remarkable streak by securing his seventh consecutive UTV overall victory, leading wire-to-wire for all 461 miles and finishing eighth among all four-wheel vehicles. Cayden MacCachren claimed second place after starting from 12th position, while the duo of Ethan Groom and Justin Morgan completed the podium in third place. The dominant performance showcased the superior capabilities of the RZR Pro R Factory platform in challenging desert terrain. The team's next challenge will be at the Best in the Desert Vegas to Reno event in August 2025, the only race victory that has eluded the factory team.

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• Brock Heger secured his seventh consecutive UTV overall victory, demonstrating consistent market dominance
• Complete podium sweep (1-2-3 finish) showcases Polaris RZR's superior product performance
• Strong visibility through CBS Morning's national broadcast segment featuring Heger
• RZR Pro R Factory platform proved its reliability and performance in extreme conditions

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Brock Heger Extends His Winning Streak with Seventh Victory, Leading RZR Factory Racing Team to a Rare Three-Peat at the Baja 500

Cayden MacCachren Charges to Second Overall, While Ethan Groom and Justin Morgan Round Out the Podium Sweep in Third in RZR Pro R Factory

MINNEAPOLIS, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- After a two-month hiatus, the SCORE Championship roared back to life this past Saturday with the 57th running of the BFGoodrich^® Baja 500^®, and the Polaris RZR Factory Racing team delivered a dominant performance, securing a historic UTV overall podium sweep. Brock Heger once again proved he's the racer to beat, piloting his RZR Pro R Factory through the grueling desert terrain flawlessly to earn his seventh consecutive UTV overall victory. His win also marked a rare three-peat at the event for the factory team and an impressive eighth-place finish among all four-wheel vehicles. Teammate Cayden MacCachren delivered a strong showing, charging through the field to claim second overall. Rounding out the sweep, Ethan Groom and Justin Morgan shared driving duties, locking in third overall and sealing Polaris' complete takeover of the UTV category.

With starting positions determined by the finishing order of the San Felipe 250™, Brock Heger launched off the line first, followed by Max Eddy Jr. in third, Cayden MacCachren in 12th, and Ethan Groom in 14th. Once the green flag waved, Heger wasted no time putting the RZR Pro R Factory's winning performance on full display. Leveraging the Polaris RZR's desert-racing design, maximum power, and total control, Heger surged ahead and never looked back—leading wire-to-wire for all 461 miles of the punishing Baja terrain to claim his seventh consecutive UTV overall victory. His dominant ride further solidified his place as one of the sport's most elite drivers and showcased the RZR Pro R Factory as the vehicle to beat in the class.

Despite starting 14th, Groom quickly began carving through the field, moving into third on course by race mile 167. By the halfway point, he had advanced to second before handing the wheel over to teammate Justin Morgan. Just minutes behind Heger, Morgan kept the pace steady and smart, ultimately crossing the finish line physically in second. However, post-race speed and virtual checkpoint (VCP) penalties pushed the duo to third overall on corrected time.

Meanwhile, MacCachren was on a mission. By race mile 204, he had surged into sixth, showcasing the power and performance of his RZR Pro R as he continued to push forward. Through the second half of the race, MacCachren maintained the pressure, charging his way to a physical third-place finish. Following the penalties assessed to the No.1831 car, MacCachren was elevated to second overall UTV —rounding out the historic 1-2-3 sweep for RZR Factory Racing and further underscoring the unmatched performance of the Polaris RZR Pro R Factory platform.

"Days like today feel completely surreal," said Alex Scheuerell, Director of Off-Road Motorsports, Polaris. "I'm constantly in awe of what this team and these drivers are capable of; continuously raising the bar for themselves and the competition. To not only come away with another dominant win, but to sweep the UTV Overall podium for the first time is just incredible. This finishing order is a powerful proof point of the RZR Pro R Factory platform and its unmatched power, strength, and control. A huge thank you to the entire RZR engineering team and everyone at SCI who work tirelessly to build these machines and make results like this possible."

"Everything just clicked out there today," said Heger. "Keeping the win streak alive is pretty awesome, and being part of this historic 1-2-3 finish makes it even more special. The RZR Pro R Factory was an absolute beast—handling every mile of the course without missing a beat, even through the roughest sections. The entire team puts in so much work behind the scenes, and it's showing every time we line up. I'm incredibly grateful for everyone's dedication and effort."

Just days before his seventh big victory, Heger was also featured in a national broadcast segment on CBS Morning's titled "Pushing the Limits." The segment highlights his journey from working on his family's farm in El Centro, CA, to his high-action career racing at over 100 mph through the desert. This provided a great moment of visibility for Heger, Polaris and the sport of off-road racing as a whole heading into the weekend's race.

Next, the Polaris RZR Factory Racing team will trade the deserts of Baja for the rugged terrain of the Sierra Nevadas as they take on the Best in the Desert Vegas to Reno, August 13–16, 2025. This marks the only race win that has eluded the factory effort across all events entered, making it a prime opportunity for the team to deliver a statement performance, showcase their dominance, and further extend Polaris' winning legacy.

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About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the RANGER, RZR and Polaris XPEDITION and GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves nearly 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com

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FAQ

What was significant about Polaris (PII) RZR Factory Racing's performance at the 2025 Baja 500?

Polaris achieved a historic UTV overall podium sweep, securing all top three positions with Brock Heger winning, Cayden MacCachren in second, and Ethan Groom/Justin Morgan in third.

How many consecutive victories has Brock Heger achieved for Polaris RZR Factory Racing?

Brock Heger has achieved seven consecutive UTV overall victories, including a three-peat at the Baja 500.

What is the next major race for Polaris RZR Factory Racing in 2025?

The team will compete in the Best in the Desert Vegas to Reno event from August 13-16, 2025, the only race victory that has eluded the factory team.

How did Polaris RZR Pro R Factory perform in the 2025 Baja 500?

The RZR Pro R Factory demonstrated superior performance, enabling Brock Heger to lead wire-to-wire for 461 miles and finish eighth among all four-wheel vehicles.

What media coverage did Polaris receive before the Baja 500 victory?

Brock Heger was featured in a national broadcast segment on CBS Morning's titled 'Pushing the Limits,' highlighting his journey from farming to desert racing.