Race-2 winners’ comments at Barcelona

Barcelona 20 July 2025

It was a scorching second day of racing at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, and not just because of the Spanish summer heat, as round six of the Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli Europe drew to a close.

We heard from the race winners, including Felix Hirsiger (Ineco – Reparto Corse RAM), who completed his double in the Trofeo Pirelli: “I’m delighted with my weekend,” said Hirsiger, “taking the championship lead with two wins and strong performances. Thanks to everyone, and I can’t wait to get back on track at Spa.”

Felix Hirsiger, Trofeo Pirelli winner:

In the Am category, Hendrik Viol (Scuderia Praha Racing) also made it two wins from two races: “A really great weekend with two wins, which are very important for the standings and the championship. It was a tough race, also due to the heat, but the Barcelona circuit is truly beautiful. See you at Spa.”

Hendrik Viol, Trofeo Pirelli Am winner

Zois Skrimpias (Ineco – Reparto Corse RAM) celebrated his second victory of the season in the Coppa Shell, expressing his joy and delight at the result: “It was a fantastic race,” he said. “An exciting contest right up to the final lap. The car was extraordinary, and I want to thank the team for all their work over the weekend.”

Zois Skrimpias, Coppa Shell winner:

In the Coppa Shell Am, Charles Chan (Formula Racing) secured his first win in the European series, expressing his joy in front of the cameras: “Finally!” he said. “The first lap was tough, but then I managed to take the lead and avoid making mistakes. Thanks to everyone, the team and my coach, who always help me to give my best.”

Charles Chan, Coppa Shell Am winner: