AIMEE WATTS Moves From 22nd to 14th in Brilliant Brands Hatch Comeback Drive

May 22, 2025

by LIAM REDFORD // from www.racers-behindthehelmet.com

• AIMEE WATTS delivered a masterclass in racecraft at Brands Hatch, climbing from 22nd on the grid to 14th at the checkered flag. Despite a qualifying mishap that saw her beached in the gravel trap, she maximized her limited track time and showed the kind of adaptability that separates good drivers from great ones.
• The race itself was a chess match where WATTS used every opportunity to move forward. She capitalized on other drivers’ mistakes, used slipstreaming tactics effectively, and made smart overtaking moves including a final-lap pass on Will Powell. Her ability to navigate through traffic while maintaining composure in challenging visibility conditions showcased exactly why she earned that maiden Porsche Sprint Challenge podium just a week earlier.
• Though the scheduled second race was cancelled due to timetable delays, WATTS gained invaluable experience on the Grand Prix circuit layout that will serve her well in the Porsche Sprint Challenge season finale. Building on her recent career-best sixth overall finish and two Club class victories in the Mazda MX-5 Supercup, she’s clearly hitting her stride across multiple series.

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