VTCS S4 Round 2 - Report

Race Report: Virtual Touring Car Series Season 4, Round 2 at Road Atlanta

Qualifying:

The second round of Season 4 of the Virtual Touring Car Series took place at the challenging Road Atlanta circuit, where drivers faced not only each other but also the demanding twists and turns of this iconic track.

In an electrifying qualifying session, Ayrton Reutemann showcased his dominance by clinching the pole position with an impressive lap time of 01:29.0. He proved his exceptional skills in mastering the Road Atlanta circuit, setting the benchmark for the rest of the field. Behind him, a fierce battle unfolded for the remaining top positions. Here's how the top 10 qualifiers lined up:

1. Ayrton Reutemann - 01:29.0

2. Paul Zanettacci - 01:29.3

3. James Egan - 01:29.4

4. Sergey Glazkov - 01:29.4

5. Hayden Bramley - 01:29.4

6. Damy Herber - 01:29.4

7. David Ward - 01:29.5

8. Tamás Asbóth - 01:29.5

9. Mikko Kuitunen - 01:29.6

10. Daniel Merchant - 01:29.6

Race 3:

As the green flag dropped for Race 3, Paul Zanettacci and Ayrton Reutemann began battling all race for the win. Zanettacci managed him maintain the lead despite relentless pressure from the competition.

Behind the leaders, a fierce battle for positions ensued. James Egan, starting from third, showed his determination by securing a podium finish. Mikko Kuitunen, who started ninth, exhibited a remarkable performance by climbing the ranks and finishing in the fourth position.

Here's the rundown of the top 10 finishers in Race 1:

1. Paul Zanettacci

2. Ayrton Reutemann

3. James Egan

4. Mikko Kuitunen

5. David Ward

6. Thomas Dandridge

7. Lewis Fergie

8. Damy Herber

9. Hayden Bramley

10. Jan Mild

Notably, Daniel Merchant, who initially finished in 15th place, received a 3-place penalty, affecting his final position.

Race 4:

Race 4 brought another round of excitement as Daniel Merchant, determined to make up for his penalty in the previous race, started from pole position. He immediately asserted his dominance, leading the pack and eventually securing a well-deserved victory.

Behind him, David Ward, who started 11th, displayed incredible racecraft by making his way through the field to claim the second spot. Paul Zanettacci, who had won Race 3, showcased his consistency by finishing in third place.

Here's the breakdown of the top 10 finishers in Race 4:

1. Daniel Merchant

2. David Ward

3. Paul Zanettacci

4. Thomas Dandridge

5. Darryll Morrison

6. Jan Mild

7. Jamie Allen

8. James Egan

9. Berker Sezen

10. Mikko Kuitunen

Ayrton Reutemann, who also received a 3-place penalty, dropping him from 10th to 13th.

Championship Standings:

Following the exciting races at Road Atlanta, David Ward leads with 158 points, while James Egan remained a close second with 156 points. Paul Zanettacci's impressive performance elevated him to third place with 145 points. Mikko Kuitunen and Jan Mild rounded out the top five.

Season 4 of the Virtual Touring Car Series continues to provide thrilling action and intense battles. As the season progresses, spectators can anticipate more incredible races and fierce championship rivalries.