VICKY PIRIA Claims Dramatic Last-Lap Victory After Falling Lap Down at Imola

August 7, 2025

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VICKY PIRIA and teammate Matias Russo delivered a masterclass in perseverance at Imola, recovering from a lap down due to an ill-timed caution and slow puncture to claim GT Cup Division-2 ProAm victory. The dramatic win came via a last-lap overtake at Tamburello, showcasing exactly why we love endurance racing – pure determination paying off when it matters most.
The former W Series driver continues proving her GT credentials after making the transition in 2022, racking up class wins despite juggling part-time racing with her Sky F1 presenting duties. After disappointment at Monza where they were taken out on lap two before PIRIA even got to drive, this Imola comeback felt like sweet vindication for a driver who finished vice-champion in 2023.
Now sitting third in championship standings with just 7 points separating them from second place heading into the Mugello finale, PIRIA and Russo have positioned themselves perfectly for a strong season finish. The Italian’s consistent pace throughout her stint – including a personal best 1:46.4 – set up Russo’s heroic final-lap pass and proved once again that when given equal machinery and opportunity, talent rises to the top.