Barnes Third On Rock Island’s All-Time List
Bermudian karting driver Scott Barnes has been highlighted among the Rock Island Grand Prix’s top 10 all-time winners, with his 14 victories placing him third on the list.
In a tribute celebrating the event’s 30 editions from 1994 to 2025, eKartingNews featured Barnes alongside fellow race winners. Gary Lawson and Tony Neilson jointly lead the standings with 28 wins each.
The eKartingNews post noted that the event had attracted drivers from across North America and around the world to the Quad Cities region, saying, “These 10 drivers were able to conquer the streets and the competition to take home the coveted Rock trophy.”
Responding to the recognition, Barnes said, “To be 3rd all time on a list of some legends of the sport is an honor.”
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Barnes said the Rock Island Grand Prix had played a major role in his racing career. He explained that achieving the ranking while coming from a small island and being unable to race his own karts made it an accomplishment he valued highly.
He also reflected on his many second- and third-place finishes at the event, saying he felt he could have added further victories to his total.
Barnes described street racing as a particular passion, highlighting how it differs from racing on permanent tracks and the difficulty of winning at Rock Island.
He thanked those who had made the event possible over the years and expressed hope that it would return next year, giving him another opportunity to add to his tally.
