IVANNIKOV PODIUMS IN VITERBO AT THE EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP, CONTINUING TO FIGHT BETWEEN VITERBO AND FRANCE. PUJATTI’S JOURNEY IN THE PORSCHE CARRERA CUP ITALIA CONTINUES

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The Viterbo weekend saw several drivers taking to the track, each facing different challenges but all showing great determination. Nicholas Pujatti gave his best in the Porsche Carrera Cup Italia, while Nilas Malik, Zack Zhu, Vanesa Silkunaite, and Markas Silkunas fought hard, showing consistent growth on track between Viterbo and Angerville. Vladimir Ivannikov, on the other hand, achieved a well-deserved second place, delivering an extraordinary performance at the FIA European Championship.

Each driver gained valuable experience and is now preparing to give their best in upcoming events, with the goal of achieving new milestones.

Nicholas Pujatti – Porsche Carrera Cup Italia, Vallelunga (Italy)

RACE 1: P12
RACE 2: P20

Nicholas Pujatti was the first Minardi Management driver to hit the track during the Vallelunga weekend, part of the third round of the Porsche Carrera Cup Italia 2025. On a technical and tricky circuit, the young talent faced a more complex weekend than expected, but never lacked speed, commitment, and fighting spirit. In Race 1, Pujatti delivered a solid and gritty performance, finishing in 12th position after a tough battle in the middle pack. Race 2, however, proved even more difficult: despite a good start and competitive pace, a penalty prevented him from entering the points zone, just narrowly missing out.
Nicholas has shown steady progress, delivering strong performances in all sessions and gathering valuable data for the rest of the season. The young driver from Friuli will surely use the experience from Vallelunga to tackle the next events with even more determination. The next round of the Porsche Carrera Cup Italia is scheduled for July 11-13 at the Mugello circuit, where Pujatti will return to the track with the goal of confirming his potential and fighting for top positions.

Zack Zhu – P11 – Ligue IDF, Angerville (France)
It was a challenging weekend for Zack on the Angerville track in France. Despite the difficulties faced in the race, the young French driver showed great determination and speed, particularly during the qualifying sessions where he managed to showcase his full potential. In the race, some difficulties at the start affected his final result, with Zack crossing the finish line in 11th position. While this result does not fully reflect the effort and commitment put into the weekend, it does confirm the driver’s consistency and his desire to grow.
Zack is currently facing a challenging phase in his career, but these moments are essential for the development of a complete driver. With his determination and the support of the team, opportunities will arise to fight for higher positions. The next event will be in Italy, at Sarno, where Zack will return to the track with the goal of redeeming himself and making the most of the work done so far.

Pietro Bagutti – DNQ – FIA European Championship, Viterbo (Italy), Junior Category
Pietro was on track at the Viterbo circuit for the third round of the FIA European Championship. The young Italian talent showed great determination and grit, completing an impressive 13 overtakes during the Super Heat, demonstrating his commitment and overtaking ability. Despite a strong effort and a performance at the top of his abilities, Pietro’s recovery was not enough to secure a spot in the final phase of the competition. However, his race was a clear sign of the progress he has made.
Pietro continues to improve, gaining more experience and speed with each race. The young Italian is ready to continue his development, knowing that every step, even the tough ones, is essential to achieving more ambitious goals. The next event is in Denmark, where Pietro will return to the track with the determination to achieve the best possible result.

Vanesa Silkunaite – DNQ – FIA European Championship, Viterbo (Italy), Junior Category
Vanesa Silkunaite also took to the track at Viterbo for the FIA European Championship. It was a tough weekend for Vanesa, but she showed great character, completing notable comebacks and fighting hard in every heat. Unfortunately, due to difficulties in finding the right balance between car setup and tire management, Vanesa missed the Super Heat by just two spots.
Her effort and grit did not go unnoticed, and the weekend was still a valuable learning opportunity. Despite the challenges, Vanesa gained new lessons and improvements that will make her even more competitive in upcoming races. With her determination and mental strength, we are confident that she will make the most of this experience and come back even stronger at the next event. The next challenge for Vanesa will be at the Champions of The Future in Jesolo, where the young driver will give her best to achieve a great result.

Nilas Malik – DNQ – FIA European Championship, Viterbo (Italy), Junior Category
Nilas Malik was on track at Viterbo, competing in the FIA European Championship. It was a complicated weekend for the young Danish talent, who struggled to find the right situation to express his full potential.
Despite his great effort and desire to bounce back, Nilas is currently going through a difficult performance phase. The lack of proper feeling with the car and some unlucky episodes affected his weekend. However, every difficulty represents an opportunity for growth, and we are confident that Nilas will transform these experiences into motivation to fight for the top spots soon. His talent and determination are unquestionable, and it’s just a matter of time before he reaps the rewards of his consistent hard work. His focus now shifts to the upcoming events, with the goal of returning to the track stronger and more confident.

Markas Silkunas – P25 – FIA European Championship, Viterbo (Italy), Senior Category
Also competing at Viterbo in the FIA European Championship was Markas Silkunas, a Senior Category driver. The young Lithuanian showed his talent and determination, maintaining a steady position in the top ten for most of the competition. However, he was unable to secure a spot in the final, finishing 25th.
Markas gave his best in every session, consistently fighting at the top of his abilities. Both in qualifying and the heats, he was always in the top ten positions. His performance is a testament to his continuous improvement and growth. After an intense weekend, it’s now time to recharge and prepare for the next challenge. Markas will return to the track at the Champions of The Future Academy Program in Jesolo, aiming for even more significant results.

Vladimir Ivannikov – P2 – FIA European Championship, Viterbo (Italy), OK Category
At Viterbo, in the FIA European Championship, Vladimir Ivannikov delivered a flawless weekend, showing consistent speed and enviable determination. The young driver was always in the top positions, demonstrating great competitiveness, and ultimately finishing the competition with a well-deserved second place.
This result marks an important confirmation for Vladimir, who has finally reaped the rewards of his talent. The Viterboweekend was a showcase of a driver who knows how to take advantage of the challenges he faces, learning from them and improving constantly. With this result, Ivannikov has proven his worth, and now he has a significant boost of confidence to face upcoming events with the same grit and determination. The next challenge will be an opportunity to further consolidate his success.

Author: Gabriele Bovio