Hold onto your seats, because the 2025 NASCAR Euro Series PRO championship just delivered a finale that will go down in racing history! Vittorio Ghirelli has done it again, clinching his second consecutive PRO title in a race that was nothing short of breathtaking. But here's where it gets even more thrilling: this wasn't just a win—it was a statement of dominance. With five wins and five pole positions across 12 high-octane races, Ghirelli didn't just secure the championship; he cemented his legacy as one of the series' all-time greats. And this is the part most people miss: his victory at Circuit Zolder in Belgium wasn't just about speed—it was about resilience, teamwork, and an unyielding determination to stay at the top.
Ghirelli’s 2025 triumph was the culmination of a season-long battle where he and his team, PK Carsport, faced fierce competition. Their rivals pushed harder than ever, but Ghirelli responded with an even faster No. 24 Chevrolet Camaro and a mindset that refused to settle for anything less than victory. Two wins in the regular season were just the beginning; three more in the Playoffs sealed the deal, proving why they’re the undisputed kings of the PRO division for the second year running. “This is an amazing performance!” Ghirelli exclaimed, his emotions raw after the final race. “My team is unbelievable. It was tough at the start, but we made it happen. Now, it’s time to celebrate!”
But Ghirelli wasn’t the only one making waves. Thomas Toffel and Bruno Mulders joined him on the podium, with Toffel securing a career-best finish and Mulders making history as the youngest podium finisher in the PRO division at just 17 years old. Both drivers also claimed their respective special classifications—Toffel in the Challenger Trophy and Mulders in the Junior Trophy—highlighting the depth of talent in this series.
Liam Hezemans wrapped up his season in a strong fourth place, just ahead of Ghirelli’s main title contenders, Gianmarco Ercoli and Paul Jouffreau. Ercoli locked in second place overall, while Jouffreau staged a remarkable comeback from 24th to sixth, securing both the Junior Trophy win and third in the championship. The Frenchman also snagged the fastest lap and bonus points for most positions gained, proving that every second counts in this sport.
Davit Kajaia finished seventh overall and second in the Challenger Trophy, taking home the overall Challenger Trophy win in a last-second overtake. Julien Rehberg, Garrett Lowe, and Sebastiaan Bleekemolen rounded out the top 10, with Bleekemolen’s finish clinching the Endurance Teams Championship for Team Bleekemolen—their first-ever title in the NASCAR Euro Series. Yevgen Sokolovskiy closed the Challenger Trophy podium in 13th place.
The race wasn’t without its drama, though. A red flag was thrown on the opening lap after a major incident involving Giorgio Maggi, Jack Davidson, and Claudio Cappelli. Maggi’s No. 33 Ford Mustang was sent into a violent roll after contact with Davidson, but all drivers walked away unharmed. Maggi was later released from the medical center and taken to a local hospital for further evaluation, alert and in good spirits. Updates will follow as they become available.
Action, spectacle, and edge-of-your-seat excitement—the 2025 Finals delivered it all, capping off another unforgettable chapter in NASCAR Euro Series history. As the champions celebrate and gear up for the NASCAR Awards in Charlotte, North Carolina, the series will roar back to life in 2026 at Circuit Ricardo Tormo in Valencia, Spain, on April 18-19. Until then, fans can relive the thrills and stay updated through NASCAR.eu and the official EuroNASCAR social media channels.
But here’s the controversial question: With Ghirelli’s back-to-back wins, is he now the undisputed king of the NASCAR Euro Series, or is there still room for challengers to dethrone him? Let us know your thoughts in the comments—we want to hear from you!
