Full Breakdown
Vittorio Ghirelli Clinches Second Consecutive NASCAR Euro Series PRO Championship
10/13/2025, 1:38:12 PM
Dominant Performance at Circuit Zolder
Vittorio Ghirelli secured his second consecutive NASCAR Euro Series PRO championship during the Finals held at Circuit Zolder in Belgium. The PK Carsport driver achieved this milestone with a commanding victory, marking a season characterized by five wins and five pole positions across 12 races. Ghirelli's performance throughout the season showcased his and his team's ability to adapt and excel, culminating in a dominant showing in the playoffs.
Season Overview
Ghirelli's 2025 title was the result of a season-long campaign that saw him and his team, PK Carsport, rise to the challenge posed by their competitors. The team improved their #24 Chevrolet Camaro, leading to two wins in the regular season and three additional victories in the playoffs. This consistent performance solidified their status as the top combination in the PRO division for the second year in a row.
Emotional Victory and Team Acknowledgment
After clinching the title, Ghirelli expressed his gratitude towards his team, stating, “This is an amazing performance! I can’t thank my team PK Carsport enough, they’re really unbelievable.” His emotional response highlighted the challenges faced during the season and the hard work that led to their success.
Podium Finishers and Notable Achievements
Joining Ghirelli on the podium were Thomas Toffel and Bruno Mulders. Toffel achieved a career-best finish, while Mulders made history as the youngest podium finisher in the PRO division at just 17 years old. Both drivers also secured special classifications: Toffel in the Challenger Trophy and Mulders in the Junior Trophy.
Liam Hezemans finished fourth overall, just ahead of Ghirelli's main rivals, Gianmarco Ercoli and Paul Jouffreau. Jouffreau's impressive recovery from 24th to sixth place earned him the overall Junior Trophy win, while Ercoli confirmed his second position in the overall standings.
Challenger Trophy and Team Achievements
Davit Kajaia finished seventh overall and secured the overall Challenger Trophy classification, overtaking Claudio Cappelli in the final moments of the race. The top ten was rounded out by Julien Rehberg, Garrett Lowe, and Sebastiaan Bleekemolen, with Bleekemolen's finish clinching the Endurance Teams Championship for Team Bleekemolen, marking their first title in the NASCAR Euro Series.
Looking Ahead
The 2025 NASCAR Euro Series concluded with a thrilling finale, and the championship will return in 2026 at Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia, Spain, on April 18-19. As champions celebrate their achievements, fans can look forward to the off-season updates through NASCAR.eu and the official EuroNASCAR social media channels.
