The 2011 Star Mazda Championship was the 13th

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season, the second under the

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program, and the first under

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sanctioning, after 12 years under the

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umbrella. As part of the program's expansion, the series champion will be provided a scholarship to advance into

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for the 2012 season. The season will feature 11 races over 10 weekends, with four road courses, three street circuits and three ovals on the schedule. The series consisted of a main championship as well as an Expert championship for drivers over 30 years of age, combining previous years' Expert and Masters championships.

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won four races on his way to the championship by a 25-point margin over

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, who also won four races. Vautier finished in the top five in every race.De Phillippi Wins Season-Finale as Vautier Captures Series Title
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rookie

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also won two oval races and captured Rookie of The Year honors. J. W. Roberts won the Expert Championship when closest rival Walt Bowlin did not enter the final race of the season. The team championship went to Team Pelfrey which fielded cars for De Phllippi and

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, who finished third in points.

Drivers and teams

Race calendar and results

The race schedule was announced on December 20, 2010.

Championship standings

Drivers'

¹Larry Pegram was not registered for the championship at St. Pete and not eligible for points.

Drivers and teams

Race calendar and results

Championship standings

Drivers'

Teams'

References

External links