Dominic Scelzi will head Down Under for the second consecutive year, but this time he will be focusing on earning a championship instead of simply gaining experience. Racing for Wormall Motorsports, Scelzi and the team are dedicated to putting in a full-course effort to achieve the World Series Sprintcars title.

"I can't wait to get over there and start racing," Scelzi said. "I have high hopes. We have a great team of guys assembled and I feel really confident in their ability to give me a fast race car."

They will need fast cars, but also durability in the 14-race series — which is bulked up further with several specialty events spanning the continent. Races in Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, and West Australia make this a long-distance touring event that requires drivers and teams to make quick adjustments when they hit the tracks.

Australia has become the traditional winter stop for many sprint car racers and, as a result, several of these shows have become foundational events that competitors want on their resume. The Kings Challenge, President's Cup, and Scott Darley Classic have risen to the level of marquee events on par with those in the United States.

"To me this is almost like a compact season," he said. "You've got an entire points championship across a country during the course of approximately one month. It's like a highlighted season. A lot can happen in 20-something races."

Last year, Scelzi gained his first experience in Australia by earning three podiums and eight top-10 finishes. He was part of Team USA in the Origin of Speed points battle.

In 2016-2017, Scelzi tied for third in the USA versus Western Australia Sprintcar Speedweek standings. 

This year, his goals are set much higher.

"I have a lot of confidence from the team standpoint," Scelzi said. "Being able to work with Brandon Hickman and Liam Spiccia, who are more than qualified, is a confidence boost. We have the equipment. The ball is in my court to produce results. I feel like I've been on a hot streak personally since the Knoxville Nationals, so I'm excited to get over there and hopefully keep this momentum going."

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