The Viterbo circuit hosted the Italian round of the prestigious Champions of the Future, where young talents faced fierce rivals and challenging technical conditions, demonstrating determination and character. But it was not the only highlight of the weekend: simultaneously, important competitions took place on national and international tracks such as the Rotax France in Muret, the Aquila Formula 1000 Championship in Sweden, and the Mini Challenge Italy in Varano.
Published: 04 June 2025
Columns: Races
It was a weekend full of challenges and growth opportunities for our drivers, who confronted not only the competition on track but also technical difficulties and variable conditions, showcasing talent and the desire to improve in every category.
It was a weekend full of challenges and growth opportunities for our drivers, who confronted not only the competition on track but also technical difficulties and variable conditions, showcasing talent and the desire to improve in every category.
Pietro Bagutti – DNQ – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKJ
The weekend was tough for Pietro, who, like his teammates, faced tire problems. Unfortunately, at Viterbo, the young driver was unable to express his true potential.
Despite the difficulties, Pietro still managed to qualify for the super heat. The issues encountered served as a lesson and an important experience in view of the upcoming weekend.
Next week, Pietro will compete in the FIA European Championship. We are confident that with determination, he will give his best to redeem himself and prove his worth.
Nilas Malik – DNQ – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKJ
Nilas faced his first experience on the Viterbo circuit during the Champions of the Future weekend, challenged by a new and demanding track. Difficulties were not lacking, but Nilas never stopped fighting, giving his all in every session and constantly striving to improve lap by lap.
This weekend represents an important step in his growth path: debuting on an unfamiliar circuit is always a challenge but also a valuable opportunity to learn and gain experience. Nilas seized the chance to study the track, adapt, and take away fundamental lessons for upcoming commitments.
Now all focus shifts to the FIA European Championship, where Nilas will arrive even more determined, ready to give his all for the best possible result.
Vanesa Silkunaite – DNQ – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKJ
Vanesa also faced a difficult weekend at Viterbo in the Champions of the Future. A tough qualifying session made things harder from the start, but the young driver never gave up: in every heat, she fought with determination, steadily trying to gain ground and recover positions. Unfortunately, despite her effort and grit, she did not manage to qualify.
Vanesa nevertheless demonstrated a fighting spirit and great inner strength — key elements in her development path. It is precisely weekends like this that build a driver’s character. The resilience she showed will be a valuable asset in future challenges, where we are sure she will come back stronger and ready to fight for increasingly important goals.
Markas Silkunas – DNQ – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKS
The fourth driver on track in Viterbo, Markas Silkunas, also struggled. It was a weekend of ups and downs for the young driver who unfortunately did not manage to reach the final.
Markas has shown that he has all the qualities to win, as he often did during the season. The difficulties faced this weekend will allow the young Lithuanian to come back stronger and hungrier to give everything in the European Championship next week.
Vladimir Ivannikov – P20 – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKS
Vladimir Ivannikov also took to the track at Viterbo, managing to partly contain the difficulties linked to inconsistent tire compounds. Despite that, Vladimir secured an impressive second place in one of the heats. However, luck was not on his side: besides the tire issues, a penalty due to the bumper in the Super Heat compromised a good final result, forcing him to finish twentieth.
Despite everything, Vladimir showed grit, determination, and great consistency throughout the weekend. The challenges encountered and a bit of bad luck prevented him from fully expressing his potential and fighting for higher positions. But we know his spirit well: his eyes are already set on the next appointment, with the determination to give his best and aim for the best possible result.
Zack Zhu – P20 – Rotax France, Muret (France), Cat Junior
It was a challenging weekend for Zack Zhu, racing in the Rotax France round at the Muret circuit. Despite the difficulties faced during the event, the young French driver stood out for numerous overtakes and moments of great determination, finishing the final in twentieth place.
This marks Zack’s first truly difficult weekend this season. After a solid and consistent start to the championship, the driver faced a more complex test, but not without encouraging signs. The grit, desire to improve, and commitment shown on track do not go unnoticed and confirm the potential of this young talent. Now, attention shifts to the next round: the home race. On a circuit he knows well, Zack will have all the motivation to seek redemption and aim for an important result.
Deven Grabko – Aquila Formula 1000 Championship, Gellersasen Arena (Sweden)
RACE 1: P12
RACE 2: P13
RACE 3: P12
From karting to single-seaters: last weekend saw the third round of the Aquila Formula 1000 Championship at the Gelleråsen track in Sweden. Deven Grabko was also on track, continuing his adaptation and growth in the category.
The young driver completed all three races, consistently finishing between twelfth and thirteenth place, showing determination and race management skills. Deven made several overtakes and demonstrated increased consistency compared to previous rounds, minimizing mistakes.
Grabko, in his first year in the category, is making steady progress. The direction taken is the right one, and maintaining this growth pace, it is possible he will soon approach the top of the standings, aiming to fight for leading positions.
Thomas Baldassarri – Mini Challenge Italy, Varano De’ Melegari (Italy), Cat Academy
RACE 1: P8 / P2
RACE 2: P9 / P3
Thomas Baldassarri had a standout weekend at Varano, securing a double podium in the Mini Challenge Italy. Despite a minor brake issue in Race 2 that held him back, the young driver showed great tenacity.
An overall very positive weekend, confirming Thomas’s consistency near the top of the standings and his determination to always fight for the podium. Thanks to this double result, Baldassarri continues his excellent start to the season.
The goal now is to maintain this pace and keep improving race after race, consolidating his growth and aiming for increasingly ambitious results.
Author: Gabriele Bovio
It was a weekend full of challenges and growth opportunities for our drivers, who confronted not only the competition on track but also technical difficulties and variable conditions, showcasing talent and the desire to improve in every category.
Pietro Bagutti – DNQ – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKJ
The weekend was tough for Pietro, who, like his teammates, faced tire problems. Unfortunately, at Viterbo, the young driver was unable to express his true potential.
Despite the difficulties, Pietro still managed to qualify for the super heat. The issues encountered served as a lesson and an important experience in view of the upcoming weekend.
Next week, Pietro will compete in the FIA European Championship. We are confident that with determination, he will give his best to redeem himself and prove his worth.
Nilas Malik – DNQ – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKJ
Nilas faced his first experience on the Viterbo circuit during the Champions of the Future weekend, challenged by a new and demanding track. Difficulties were not lacking, but Nilas never stopped fighting, giving his all in every session and constantly striving to improve lap by lap.
This weekend represents an important step in his growth path: debuting on an unfamiliar circuit is always a challenge but also a valuable opportunity to learn and gain experience. Nilas seized the chance to study the track, adapt, and take away fundamental lessons for upcoming commitments.
Now all focus shifts to the FIA European Championship, where Nilas will arrive even more determined, ready to give his all for the best possible result.
Vanesa Silkunaite – DNQ – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKJ
Vanesa also faced a difficult weekend at Viterbo in the Champions of the Future. A tough qualifying session made things harder from the start, but the young driver never gave up: in every heat, she fought with determination, steadily trying to gain ground and recover positions. Unfortunately, despite her effort and grit, she did not manage to qualify.
Vanesa nevertheless demonstrated a fighting spirit and great inner strength — key elements in her development path. It is precisely weekends like this that build a driver’s character. The resilience she showed will be a valuable asset in future challenges, where we are sure she will come back stronger and ready to fight for increasingly important goals.
Markas Silkunas – DNQ – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKS
The fourth driver on track in Viterbo, Markas Silkunas, also struggled. It was a weekend of ups and downs for the young driver who unfortunately did not manage to reach the final.
Markas has shown that he has all the qualities to win, as he often did during the season. The difficulties faced this weekend will allow the young Lithuanian to come back stronger and hungrier to give everything in the European Championship next week.
Vladimir Ivannikov – P20 – Champions Of The Future, Viterbo (Italy), Cat OKS
Vladimir Ivannikov also took to the track at Viterbo, managing to partly contain the difficulties linked to inconsistent tire compounds. Despite that, Vladimir secured an impressive second place in one of the heats. However, luck was not on his side: besides the tire issues, a penalty due to the bumper in the Super Heat compromised a good final result, forcing him to finish twentieth.
Despite everything, Vladimir showed grit, determination, and great consistency throughout the weekend. The challenges encountered and a bit of bad luck prevented him from fully expressing his potential and fighting for higher positions. But we know his spirit well: his eyes are already set on the next appointment, with the determination to give his best and aim for the best possible result.
Zack Zhu – P20 – Rotax France, Muret (France), Cat Junior
It was a challenging weekend for Zack Zhu, racing in the Rotax France round at the Muret circuit. Despite the difficulties faced during the event, the young French driver stood out for numerous overtakes and moments of great determination, finishing the final in twentieth place.
This marks Zack’s first truly difficult weekend this season. After a solid and consistent start to the championship, the driver faced a more complex test, but not without encouraging signs. The grit, desire to improve, and commitment shown on track do not go unnoticed and confirm the potential of this young talent. Now, attention shifts to the next round: the home race. On a circuit he knows well, Zack will have all the motivation to seek redemption and aim for an important result.
Deven Grabko – Aquila Formula 1000 Championship, Gellersasen Arena (Sweden)
RACE 1: P12
RACE 2: P13
RACE 3: P12
From karting to single-seaters: last weekend saw the third round of the Aquila Formula 1000 Championship at the Gelleråsen track in Sweden. Deven Grabko was also on track, continuing his adaptation and growth in the category.
The young driver completed all three races, consistently finishing between twelfth and thirteenth place, showing determination and race management skills. Deven made several overtakes and demonstrated increased consistency compared to previous rounds, minimizing mistakes.
Grabko, in his first year in the category, is making steady progress. The direction taken is the right one, and maintaining this growth pace, it is possible he will soon approach the top of the standings, aiming to fight for leading positions.
Thomas Baldassarri – Mini Challenge Italy, Varano De’ Melegari (Italy), Cat Academy
RACE 1: P8 / P2
RACE 2: P9 / P3
Thomas Baldassarri had a standout weekend at Varano, securing a double podium in the Mini Challenge Italy. Despite a minor brake issue in Race 2 that held him back, the young driver showed great tenacity.
An overall very positive weekend, confirming Thomas’s consistency near the top of the standings and his determination to always fight for the podium. Thanks to this double result, Baldassarri continues his excellent start to the season.
The goal now is to maintain this pace and keep improving race after race, consolidating his growth and aiming for increasingly ambitious results.
Author: Gabriele Bovio
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