ALISHA PALMOWSKI & CHIARA BATTIG Show Skills in Formula Winter Series Opener

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January 27, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • ALISHA PALMOWSKI delivered a solid weekend debut for Campos Racing, claiming fourth in the rain-soaked opener despite qualifying challenges. Her Saturday performance showed excellent wet weather composure – securing a top-five finish when others were sliding off into the gravel.
  • CHIARA BATTIG pulled off the weekend’s most impressive strategic gamble, starting from the pitlane in race three after switching to wet tires while others struggled on slicks. Her read of the deteriorating conditions paid off spectacularly with a second-place finish, proving that sometimes the boldest moves come from the back of the grid rather than pole position.
  • MATHILDA PAATZ charged through the field to claim third in the chaotic final race, turning the wet conditions from obstacle into opportunity. Meanwhile, GINEVRA PANZERI quietly secured ninth in race one for AS Motorsport, demonstrating the depth of talent among the women competitors in this highly competitive series.

UPCOMING:

  • Formula Winter Series Round 2 – TBA
  • Formula Winter Series Round 3 – TBA

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Ida Wood originally appearing on formulascout.com