BIANCA BUSTAMANTE Gains 18 Combined Positions at Silverstone GB3 Triple Header

August 6, 2025

by RACERS // from www.racers-behindthehelmet.com

• BIANCA BUSTAMANTE proved that raw speed in practice doesn’t always translate to qualifying glory, but racecraft wins weekends. After showing her potential with a P10 in Thursday testing at Silverstone, qualifying proved challenging as she struggled to optimize tire performance, starting P22 and P21 for the weekend’s races. But here’s where we see what separates the real competitors from the field-fillers.
• The Elite Motorsport rookie turned those disappointing grid positions into a masterclass in race day execution. She gained seven positions in Race 1 to finish P15, four spots in Race 2 for P17, and two more in the final race for P18. That’s 18 combined positions gained across three races – the kind of consistency that builds championships and proves she belongs in this highly competitive GB3 field.
• What’s most encouraging is how BUSTAMANTE is developing her racecraft in the thick of midfield battles. She’s learning to follow in dirty air, execute overtakes under pressure, and defend positions smartly – skills that can’t be taught in simulators. Her progression from F1 Academy graduate to consistent GB3 points scorer shows the pathway is working, and with 49 points after five rounds, she’s building the foundation for bigger things ahead.

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