The Argentine driver successfully completed his participation in the F2 post-season tests, standing out for his competitiveness and good performance behind the wheel. His performance left a positive impression and opened the doors for him to continue advancing his career towards Formula 1.
Nicolas Varrone It was part of the post-season tests of the Formula 2 this Friday and left its mark. At only 24 years old, the Argentine driver got into the team’s car AIX Racing and demonstrated his skill on the circuit Yas Marina, Abu Dhabistanding out in this morning’s test sessions. His performance did not go unnoticed, and His performance on the track generates expectations about his future in motorsports elite, where Formula 1 could be the next step.
The practices were not only an opportunity for Varrone to gain experience with an F2 car, but also a step forward in his intentions to reach Formula 1 in 2026. The efforts to make its way to the premier category of motorsport are aligned with the strategy of General Motorswho confirmed his entry into F1 with cadillac.
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His outstanding performance in the F2 post-season tests
Varrone had an outstanding day during the tests in Abu Dhabiwhere he was competitive in the two practice sessions. In the first session of the morning, the Argentine driver completed 39 laps aboard the car he had previously used Joshua Duerksen. His best time was 1.37.665 (minute, 37 seconds)left alone 1.892 seconds from the fastest of the session, Victor Martins.
However, it was in the afternoon session where Varrone really shined. With a return of 1.37.423, managed to place itself in first placesurpassing Richard Verschoor for 0.533 seconds. Although in the final minutes, the Spanish Pepe Marti He snatched the first position by a minimum difference of 72 thousandths, Varrone’s performance left a positive impression. The Argentine pilot completed a total of 63 laps during the day and accumulated valuable experience aboard a single-seater of the Formula 2. Without a doubt, his participation in these tests is an important step on his path to Formula 1.
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Who is Nicolás Varrone?
Nicolás Varrone is an Argentine motorsport driver with a notable history in different categories. In 2018was crowned French Formula 4 champion and, the following year, he obtained the title in British Formula 3. However, the pandemic and lack of budget led him to explore other horizons within the world of motorsports, and in 2023 became champion in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in the LM GT3 category. He also achieved victories in prestigious competitions such as 24 Hours of Daytona and the 1,000 Miles to Sebring.
Like all drivers, Varrone is clear about his goal: to reach Formula 1. With the support of General Motorswho plans to enter the F1 with Cadillac in 2026the Argentine driver has a strategy that includes racing in Formula 2 in 2025 to show that he is ready to take the next step.
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