Alex Crosbie earned his second-career win in Formula 4 United States Championship (F4 U.S.) on Saturday afternoon. A lot was at stake in the season-finale race at Circuit of The Americas (COTA), including the 2024 championship for F4 U.S., which Daniel Quimby won by 4.5 points with a runner-up finish.
While the battle ensued for third, both Crosbie and Quimby were able to pull away. Showing the strength of his Ligier JS F422 and Ligier Storm engine, Crosbie opened up a 4.648s gap over Quimby. However, his advantage was erased with just under 10 minutes left on the clock when the safety car deployed. The field returned to green as the white flag also waved, giving competitors a one-lap dash to the finish. Unfazed by the restart, Crosbie once again pulled away from the field to take control of the race. In second, Quimby was under attack by Roberts, Popow and Stati; however, the pressure only lasted a few turns as contact further back in the field left two cars stopped on the circuit and once again brought out a full-course caution.
Crossing the finish line, Crosbie was followed by Quimby, Roberts, Popow and Stati. With Quimby ahead and two cars separating the championship contenders, the Australian gained enough points in the final round to overtake Stati and win the championship.
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“This was a big weight lifted off my shoulders—I was a bit nervous this morning,” said Quimby after climbing from the car. “It was a really good race. I’d like to thank everyone who’s come on board this year—Motorhome Republic, Cruise America, Crankhouse, Galvanize Insurance, FIJI Airways, MIR Raceline. The boys from Atlantic Racing Team have done an awesome job all weekend.”
Crosbie, who won earlier this year in Round 6 at New Jersey Motorsports Park, returned to victory lane.
“It definitely was a good race that one,” said Crosbie atop the podium. “I kept my cool and finally found the speed I needed for this weekend. It’s great to finally get the win for the last race of the season. I’d like to thank Golden Homes and my parents for everything they’ve done.”
F4 U.S. returns for the 2025 season at NOLA Motorsports Park, March 27-30. Prospective drivers looking to learn more about F4 U.S. should visit the championship’s website, F4USChampionship.com. Additional news and updates throughout the off-season will be shared on the series’ Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.