Development under changing conditions in Aragón

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VSP Motorsport was in action at MotorLand Aragón, where Viktor Snebjørn Poulsen competed in the penultimate round of the Formula Winter Series as part of the preparations for the 2026 season.

The weekend in Aragón marked another important step in the development process. The primary focus was adapting to changing conditions on a track that evolved constantly throughout the weekend. Large parts of the event were affected by unstable weather, with intermittent rain meaning braking points and racing lines changed from session to session.

A key focus area was adapting to the track conditions. As the circuit shifted from wet to dry, grip levels changed significantly, requiring continuous adjustments in both driving style and setup.

Ahead of the races, the field completed six collective test sessions. Viktor mainly ran in the lower half of the field, with positions such as P24 and P28, but showed clear progression—especially in test 5. The changing conditions made it difficult to establish a stable baseline.

In qualifying, he secured positions such as P26 and P29. The final margins were still missing to move forward in a highly competitive field, particularly in terms of braking execution and the ability to piece together a complete lap.

The races resulted in finishes of P30 in Race 1, P17 in Race 2, and P18 in Race 3. Race 2 in particular showed clear progress, as Viktor moved up through the field and gained multiple positions. He also demonstrated improved focus and consistency over a full race distance. Safety cars and retirements influenced the races and were managed effectively.

 

"It was good to see that the potential went beyond what the results showed. There were periods with very strong pace, comparable to the upper half of the field. That’s something we’ll take into our debrief. We’re looking ahead to Barcelona and the final round of the Formula Winter Series."
Kevin Appelkvist
Kevin Appelkvist
COACH

Compared to the team’s internal reference, there were periods of competitive pace. At the same time, consistency remained a key focus area—particularly the ability to adapt to conditions and manage tyres effectively over a full race distance.

The Aragón weekend confirmed the overall picture: the potential is there, and when everything comes together, moving up the field is achievable. Race 2 clearly demonstrated this, with a controlled drive through the pack.

The next and final round of the Formula Winter Series took place in Barcelona, where the work continued with a focus on further development.

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