Winners celebrating on podium at National Speed Championship. Winners celebrating on podium at National Speed Championship.

Thrilling Wins Shared at National Speed Championship

The National Speed Championship witnessed an exciting day of racing with victories shared among different teams. The event featured two intense races, each with its own set of dramatic moments and strategic plays.

Key Takeaways

  • Bernardo Sousa and Carlos Vieira clinched the first race.
  • Daniel Teixeira emerged victorious in the second race.
  • César Machado and Jan Durán lead the championship standings.

First Race Highlights

In the first race, Bernardo Sousa and Carlos Vieira took control during the mandatory pit stop, securing a win over César Machado and Jan Durán (Toyota) with a 20.712-second lead. Guillermo Aso and Filip Vava (Mercedes) finished in third place, trailing by 23.092 seconds after the 45-minute race.

Second Race Highlights

The second race of the afternoon saw Daniel Teixeira making a strategic pit stop, taking advantage of a safety car’s entry to seize the lead, which he maintained until the end. Rui Miritta and Tiago Gonçalves (Porsche) finished second, 19.025 seconds behind, while Ruben Vaquinhas and Pedro Bastos Rezende (Aston Martin) claimed the third spot on the podium, 1.08.505 minutes behind the leader.

Championship Standings

Despite finishing 10th in the second race, César Machado and Jan Durán, who secured second place in the first race, continue to lead the championship standings.

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