Joan Vinyes Bolsters Toyota GR Cup Spain Lead with Jerez Podium
Andorran racer Joan Vinyes strengthened his championship position in the Toyota GR Cup Spain at Jerez. Despite penalties, he podiumed on Sunday while his son Joan Jr. impressed in his injury comeback.
Key Points
- Vinyes finished 4th in Saturday's race despite 50kg ballast penalty.
- Secured 3rd place on Sunday after overtaking Marcos Aguilera with 30kg ballast.
- Joan Vinyes Jr. returned from injury, finishing 5th and 9th in Jerez races.
- Two rounds remain at Navarra and Jarama; Vinyes extends championship lead.
Andorran driver Joan Vinyes consolidated his lead in the Toyota GR Cup Spain standings after the Jerez round, with two races remaining at Navarra and Jarama.
Vinyes finished fourth in Saturday's opening race despite carrying a 50kg ballast penalty, which affected tyre degradation in the closing stages. On Sunday, with the weight reduced to 30kg, he overtook Marcos Aguilera in the final laps to claim third place on the podium.
The Vinyes Dabad team competed at full strength, marking the return of Joan Vinyes Jr. after missing the Motorland event due to injury. In his comeback, the younger driver delivered his best result of the season by climbing from 11th on the grid to fifth in the first race. He followed up with ninth place in the second outing, setting laps competitive with the leaders.
The Jerez double-header highlighted Vinyes' consistency in the one-make series, further extending his championship advantage.
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