WEUG ON THE PODIUM IN THE FINAL ROUND OF THE F1 ACADEMY. BATTLES AND COMEBACKS AT THE WSK FINAL CUP IN LONATO

A racing weekend that saw our drivers competing on two fronts: the WSK Final Cup in Lonato on one side, and the decisive F1 Academy round in Las Vegas on the other. Weather played a major role at the Lonato circuit, with several comeback drives characterizing the weekend. In Las Vegas, Maya fought until the very end for the world championship title.

Maya Weug – F1 Academy, Las Vegas
RACE 1: DNS
RACE 2: P3

Final race of the year for Maya on the Las Vegas circuit, which hosted the F1 Academy title decider. The weekend began with a challenging qualifying session that placed her in fifth position. In Race 1, a contact during the formation lap unfortunately forced her into an early retirement, compromising her chances of earning precious points in the title fight.
In Race 2, however, Maya reacted with determination and character: the Dutch driver fought with great grit and secured a well-deserved podium.
Despite her effort, Maya ultimately missed out on the title. She ends her season knowing she gave everything up to the very last corner, battling on equal terms with a top-level rival. The title fight remained open until the final round, and Maya proved capable of responding blow for blow, always with professionalism and a fierce competitive spirit.
Now it’s time to recharge and prepare for next season—stronger and more determined than ever.

Zack Zhu – P7 – WSK Final Cup, Lonato (Italy), OK-J Category
A demanding weekend for Zack at Lonato, marked by difficult moments but also by impressive comebacks. Rain during qualifying limited his initial potential, but the Frenchman didn’t give up: in the heats he fought back with determination and clarity, laying the groundwork for a strong final. Starting P19 in the final, Zack showcased his talent, climbing to P10 (later classified as P7 after rivals’ penalties), delivering one of the most remarkable recoveries of the event.
A solid performance that once again highlights his speed, race management skills, and the grit that always sets him apart.
Zack remains one of the agency’s most consistent and competitive drivers. His growth throughout the season has been clear—both technically and mentally—and the potential for further improvement is huge. Continuing on this path, he will undoubtedly achieve major results and great satisfaction.

Benjamin Westwood – DNQ – WSK Final Cup, Lonato (Italy)
Final WSK Final Cup event of the year for Benji, who faced a particularly tough weekend. Heavy rain during qualifying contributed to an incident that complicated his path even further. In the heats, Benji gave everything to fight back, though it wasn’t enough to secure the desired result.
Despite the difficulties, the weekend represents an important learning opportunity. Benji must now focus especially on improving his performance in wet conditions—a crucial skill for handling such complex and unpredictable race weekends. At the same time, he continues adapting to his new category, a fundamental step in his development.

Jason Kosmopoulos – DNQ – WSK Final Cup, Lonato (Italy)
WSK Final Cup weekend for Jason as well, racing at Lonato. Heavy rain made the event particularly difficult, with track conditions that weren’t ideal for the Greek driver. The wet weather and some race-related contacts prevented him from reaching the final, limiting his potential results.
Despite the challenges, Jason showed clear signs of growth and determination. He continues adapting to his new category, where more testing and mileage will be essential for refining his driving and consolidating his abilities.
This challenging weekend is nonetheless another important step in his development path: every experience—especially the tough ones—contributes to his evolution as a driver. He heads home with greater awareness and motivation to continue improving.

Nefeli Kosmopoulos – DNQ – WSK Final Cup, Lonato (Italy)
Still at the WSK Final Cup in Lonato, this time with Nefeli Kosmopoulos on track. Although she did not qualify for the final, she completed an overall positive weekend enriched with many valuable insights for her growth.
Despite not being in ideal physical condition and suffering from fever, Nefeli showed great determination, a strong competitive spirit, and a remarkable desire to push herself. This weekend is especially significant for her—not just for the experience gained, but also for her display of character and resilience. Another important step added to her journey, with the awareness that she is on the right path.

Vladimir Ivannikov – P8 – WSK Final Cup, Lonato (Italy), OK Category
The last agency driver on track at Lonato, Vladimir Ivannikov experienced a unique weekend, full of comebacks and consistently strong speed. Despite some difficult moments early on, the young driver reacted with maturity and determination: in the final he rolled up his sleeves and crossed the line in P9, later classified as P8 after a rival’s penalty, once again confirming his potential.
This race concludes Vladimir’s season—a very positive year that saw him claim an important podium and several high-level performances. His development has been steady and evident, a sign of his dedication and his ability to make the difference in key moments.
Now it’s time to recharge and prepare for next season, where the goal will be to fight for the championships he enters. The foundations are solid and the potential is high: Vladimir’s future looks extremely promising.

Author: Gabriele Bovio