VTCS S4 Round 3 - Report

Virtual Touring Car Series Season 4, Round 3: Oulton Park - Race Report

Qualifying:

Ayrton Reutemann asserted his dominance by securing pole position in a tightly contested qualifying session at Oulton Park. His impressive lap time of 01:39.4 set the tone for the race day, closely followed by Platon Kupriyanov, who was just 0.05 seconds adrift. Sergey Glazkov, David Ward, and Tamás Asbóth completed the top 5, showcasing the intense competition in the championship.

Race 1:

Race 1 commenced with Ayrton Reutemann maintaining his pole position advantage. He showcased his skill and determination by leading all 12 laps, defending his position from the relentless pursuit of Sergey Glazkov and Platon Kupriyanov. Glazkov's consistent performance earned him the second spot, closely followed by Kupriyanov in third. David Ward and Jan Mild rounded up the top 5 positions, showcasing their expertise on the challenging Oulton Park circuit.

Some drivers faced penalties during the race, altering the overall standings. Notable mentions include Marek Liolias, Tristen Potters, Kimi Tani, and Ben Saunders, who received 3-place penalties, affecting their final positions.

Race 2:

The second race at Oulton Park witnessed a change in fortunes. Jamie Allen emerged victorious, demonstrating remarkable determination and strategic racing. He surged from his third-place start to claim the top spot, showcasing his prowess on the track. Tamás Asbóth and Thomas Dandridge also exhibited impressive performances, securing second and third positions, respectively.

Sergey Glazkov continued his consistent form, finishing fourth, while Tomas Fernandez and Petr Nezhyba secured fifth and sixth positions. Some drivers faced penalties, including Platon Kupriyanov, Ayrton Reutemann, Lewis Fergie, Kevin Smith, and Vladimír Stejskal, impacting their final standings.