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VICKY PIRIA Clinches P2 at Monza Despite Gearbox Issues in GT Finale

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October 14, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • VICKY PIRIA delivered an impressive recovery drive Saturday at Monza, climbing from third to second in First Division AM class despite technical challenges. Her 1:47.964 lap helped close a 1.7-second gap to first.
  • Qualifying showcased PIRIA’s speed with a 1:46.910 lap securing third overall and second in class. Teammate Ghermandi then claimed overall pole with a 1:45.419, positioning them perfectly for Saturday’s race.
  • Sunday’s race saw PIRIA start from the front row and hold second initially, but gearbox problems caused four-second-per-lap losses. She defended tenaciously before handing over, finishing ninth in class.
  • PIRIA and Ghermandi’s debut Ferrari 296 campaign with Zanasi Racing ended with three podiums and 50 points, placing seventh in championship despite persistent mechanical setbacks throughout the season at multiple venues.

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GRRL! summary based upon reporting by RACERS originally appearing on www.racers-behindthehelmet.com