15 September 2025, Ronalds

Round seven of the 2025 FIA European Autocross Championship together with round five of the CrossCar Junior series delivered a weekend full of pure excitement at the famous Maggiora circuit! Fierce speed fights, surprising turns of events, and spectacular finales made the races unforgettable!

Super Buggy Drama: Winner Decided in the Stewards’ Room...

The Super Buggy final at Maggiora delivered edge-of-your-seat action as two Czech powerhouses, Zdenek Antony and Petr Nikodem, battled fiercely for the top spot. Antony initially crossed the finish line first, but a protest from Nikodem over a first-lap collision forced the stewards to impose a two-second penalty on Antony. This dramatic decision handed the victory to Nikodem, while Germany’s Marco Furst claimed a solid third place after a consistent race. A special mention goes to Italian local hero Davide Casarin, who electrified the home crowd with an impressive eighth-place finish, showcasing determination and skill on his home soil. His performance added a warm and celebratory note to an already exhilarating weekend.

Buggy 1600: Nathan Ottink Lives Julius Caesar’s Words – “I Came, I Saw, I Conquered”

In Buggy 1600, Dutch debutant Nathan Ottink stunned the field, outpacing compatriot Rudy Van Buren to claim a sensational first buggy 1600  victory. Title contender Rene Mandel took third, while championship leader Jakub Novotny finished fifth, missing out on crucial points.

Junior Buggy: Hanak Edges Closer to Championship Glory

Czech driver Ladislav Hanak secured a decisive win in Junior Buggy, narrowly beating fellow countryman Martin Kolomy. This triumph brings Hanak one step closer to the championship title, while Tinus Franssen impressed with a stellar third-place finish.

Cross Car: Ivan Pina Chinchilla Claims the Lead

In Cross Car, Ivan Pina Chinchilla took a commanding victory, moving to the top of the overall standings. David Meat had an unlucky weekend, barely making the final and finishing fifth. French drivers Yoann Gillouin and Vincent Mercier completed the podium in second and third. A special shout-out goes to Italian  star Matteo Altoe, who captivated the fans with an outstanding seventh-place finish in the Cross Car category, making his very first European Championship final.

Cross Car Junior: Abel Gonzalez Vial Crowned European Champion
The Cross Car Junior category featured Maggiora’s unique 1.5x points coefficient system, raising the maximum to 52.5 points. Abel Gonzalez Vial capitalized on misfortunes for Oscar Fuertes, overcame a 14-point deficit, and claimed his first European Championship title. Jordan Genten finished second, with Iago Rodriguez Lopez securing third.

Thank You, Maggiora – Next Stop: Saint-Igny-de-Vers!

A huge thank you to the organizers, teams, and passionate fans at Maggiora, Italy, who made the seventh round of the 2025 FIA European Autocross Championship an unforgettable spectacle. The energy was electric, the racing intense, and the atmosphere absolutely thrilling throughout the weekend.
Now, all eyes turn to France, where the championship resumes at the legendary Saint-Igny-de-Vers circuit on September 20–21. Fans can expect heart-pounding battles, breathtaking overtakes, and another weekend packed with adrenaline as the fight for the European title heats up!