The second race of the 2025 GB3 Championship weekend at Donington Park began under cool, clear conditions at 10:37, with the grid shaped by the results of the second qualifying session. On pole stood Reza Seewooruthun of Argenti with Prema, who delivered an exceptional performance in qualifying to secure the top spot. Alongside him on the front row was championship leader Alex Ninovic of Rodin Motorsport, who entered the race aiming to seal the title. Directly behind them, Liam McNeilly made an impressive debut for Fortec Motorsport, earning third on the grid ahead of Hitech TGR’s Deagen Fairclough. The third row featured Noah Lisle of JHR Developments and Enzo Tarnvanichkul from VRD Racing, while Patricio Gonzalez in the second VRD car lined up seventh beside Xcel Motorsport’s Patrick Heuzenroeder, another key title contender. Kabir Anurag, also representing Xcel, started ninth, and Lucas Fluxa of Hillspeed completed the top ten.
Further down the order, Keanu Al Azhari (Hitech TGR) began from eleventh ahead of Rodrigo Gonzalez (VRD), with Jack Sherwood (Xcel) and Bart Harrison (JHR) next in line. Kai Daryanani (JHR), Abbi Pulling (Rodin), Max Taylor (Racelab), Bianca Bustamante (Elite), Flynn Jackes (Elite), and Gianmarco Pradel (Rodin) rounded out the grid.
Ninovic launches early and faces penalty
From the moment the lights went out, the race burst into life. Ninovic reacted too quickly at the start, launching his Rodin car fractionally early to seize the lead from Seewooruthun before Turn 1. The early jump, however, did not go unnoticed by race control, and he was swiftly handed a 10-second time penalty. Despite this, Ninovic did not lose focus. Instead, he entered what could only be described as “time trial mode,” pushing his car to the absolute limit in an effort to extend his advantage over Seewooruthun to more than the penalty’s duration.
Throughout the opening laps, the Australian demonstrated remarkable precision and pace. As a result, he built a commanding lead that exceeded ten seconds by mid-race, effectively neutralising the impact of the penalty once it was applied. Meanwhile, Seewooruthun maintained a consistent rhythm in second place, fending off a charging Fairclough who was eager to capitalise on any opportunity to move up the order.
Mid-race battles and strategic overtakes
As the race progressed, the fight for positions behind the top three intensified. Fairclough mounted a determined pursuit of Seewooruthun, particularly during the second half of the race, as he closed the gap with each passing lap. Nonetheless, despite his relentless pressure, Seewooruthun’s defensive composure prevailed, allowing him to retain second place at the chequered flag.
Simultaneously, Patrick Heuzenroeder of Xcel Motorsport produced an impressive drive to finish fourth. Through a series of well-timed overtakes, he advanced steadily from eighth on the grid, demonstrating both pace and control. Although he remained mathematically in title contention, the result placed him in a precarious position heading into the final race of the day.
Behind him, Lucas Fluxa displayed exceptional consistency for Hillspeed, battling within the top five throughout and ultimately securing fifth position. Just behind, Patricio Gonzalez achieved his best finish of the season in sixth for VRD, having defended successfully against a late challenge from Keanu Al Azhari, who eventually finished seventh for Hitech TGR.
Closing stages and the top ten finishers
In the closing laps, the competition remained fierce as the midfield pack continued to exchange positions. Jack Sherwood (Xcel Motorsport) held eighth, maintaining a steady performance despite mounting pressure from behind. Max Taylor (Racelab) crossed the line in ninth after a measured drive, while Gianmarco Pradel (Rodin Motorsport) completed the top ten, although his result confirmed that he was no longer in championship contention.
Further back, Enzo Tarnvanichkul finished eleventh, narrowly ahead of Abbi Pulling, who took twelfth for Rodin Motorsport after a determined recovery from sixteenth on the grid. Liam McNeilly, unable to replicate his qualifying success, slipped down to thirteenth. Kabir Anurag (Xcel) and Bart Harrison (JHR) completed the top fifteen, followed by Rodrigo Gonzalez, Flynn Jackes, and Bianca Bustamante. Unfortunately, Kai Daryanani retired before the finish, marking the only DNF of the race.
A champion in waiting
Ultimately, despite his penalty, Ninovic’s commanding pace ensured that he retained first place once the ten seconds were applied. He crossed the line ahead of Seewooruthun by 1.131 seconds, with Fairclough taking third just behind. The result moved Ninovic within reach of securing the 2025 GB3 Championship title, as he now needs only to outscore Heuzenroeder by three points in the afternoon’s race scheduled for 16:22.
The Australian’s drive exemplified both skill and composure under pressure. Although the penalty could have derailed his race entirely, his calm response and relentless pace underlined why he remains the frontrunner in this year’s tightly contested championship battle.
Provisional Classification: Donington Park: Race 2
- Alex Ninovic, Rodin Motorsport
- Reza Seewooruthun, Argenti with Prema, +1.131s
- Deagen Fairclough, Hitech TGR, +1.504s
- Patrick Heuzenroeder, Xcel Motorsport, +3.828s
- Lucas Fluxa, Hillspeed, +7.943s
- Patricio Gonzalez, VRD, +9.531s
- Keanu Al Azhari, Hitech TGR, +10.195s
- Jack Sherwood, Xcel Motorsport, +13.796s
- Max Taylor, Racelab, +15.778s
- Gianmarco Pradel, Rodin Motorsport, +16.055s
- Enzo Tarnvanichkul, VRD, +16.316s
- Abbi Pulling, Rodin Motorsport, +16.943s
- Liam McNeilly, Fortec Motorsport, +18.978s
- Kabir Anurag, Xcel Motorsport, +20.430s
- Bart Harrison, JHR Developments, +22.682s
- Rodrigo Gonzalez, VRD, +24.305s
- Flynn Jackes, Elite Motorsport, +33.212s
- Bianca Bustamante, Elite Motorsport, +38.300s
DNF: Kai Daryanani, JHR Developments
The second race at Donington Park showcased both the intensity and unpredictability of the GB3 Championship. Although Ninovic’s jump start initially seemed costly, his extraordinary pace transformed a potential setback into a statement of dominance. As the series heads into its afternoon finale, all eyes remain firmly fixed on Ninovic, who stands on the brink of claiming the championship crown.
