GT3 Sprint at Valencia: Race Report
The anticipated threat of rain dissolved into a sun-soaked day at Valencia for the GT3 sprint, with dry conditions favoring the competitors as they took to the track. The stage was set for a showdown of speed and skill, and it was Alexandre Houssin who once again asserted his dominance, showcasing his prowess behind the wheel of the Mercedes-AMG GT3.
Starting from 2nd on the grid, Houssin wasted no time in asserting his position, storming ahead to claim victory with authority. His consistent performances have begun to cement his lead in the championship, with one hand firmly gripping the trophy. However, the looming finale at Spa, offering double points, keeps the championship battle alive and unpredictable.
Arcadio Treviño, piloting the Ferrari 296 GT3, put on a commendable display, securing 2nd place and maintaining his presence among the championship contenders. Nicolas Maufroy rounded off the podium in the McLaren 720s GT3 Evo, showcasing his consistent podium finishes and determination in the championship chase.
Xander Huizing, though narrowly missing the podium once again, kept his championship aspirations alive with another solid performance, ensuring the battle for podium finishes remains intense.
In the Silver class, the championship contenders took center stage, with Craig Hill dominating in the M4 GT3, comfortably securing the top spot. Eduardo Daroca, piloting the Ferrari 296, and Richard Veenema in another M4 GT3, completed the podium, further intensifying the competition among the Silver class contenders.
A notable mention goes to Mike Landreth, who put in a strong performance in the Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo2, despite the challenges posed by its Balance of Performance (BOP) adjustments.
The Bronze class witnessed Pako Sanchez piloting his Ferrari 296 GT3 to a commanding victory, strengthening his position in the championship. With Max Hubert absent from this round, the championship chase in this class experienced a shift, allowing TSR drivers Alex Rousseaux and Arben Nushi to claim 2nd and 3rd place respectively, showcasing consistent performances and adding intrigue to the championship battle.
Arben Nushi's back-to-back podium finishes underscore his resurgence, signaling a return to form and injecting further excitement into the championship race as it heads towards its climax at Spa.
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