Duerksen Secures Back-to-Back Yas Marina Feature Race Victory in Formula 2
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A dominant performance from Joshua Duerksen culminated in a second consecutive victory at the Yas Marina Feature Race, solidifying his place in FIA Formula 2 history. The Paraguayan driver expertly navigated a challenging race, showcasing remarkable overtaking skill to claim the top spot on the podium in Abu Dhabi.
Duerksen, starting from eighth on the grid, mirrored his success from the 2024 season, relentlessly battling through the field to achieve victory. This win marks a high note as the 2025 season draws to a close.
Invicta Racing Clinches Teams’ Championship Title
The race wasn’t just a triumph for Duerksen; it also saw Invicta Racing secure the FIA Formula 2 Teams’ Championship title. Roman Stanek’s second-place finish proved crucial for the British outfit, making them only the second team to successfully defend the crown, following PREMA Racing’s achievements in 2020 and 2021.
“This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the entire team,” a senior official stated. “To defend the championship is an incredible feat.”
Penalties and Late-Race Drama
The podium order saw a significant shake-up due to a five-second time penalty assessed to Dino Beganovic for speeding in the pit lane. The penalty dropped the Hitech TGR driver from second to fourth, promoting Gabriele Minì to the final podium position for the Italian team. Minì finished just 0.2 seconds ahead of Beganovic after the penalty was applied.
Further down the order, Oliver Goethe of MP Motorsport continued his impressive late-season form, finishing fifth, ahead of Rafael Villagomez for Van Amersfoort Racing. Kush Maini and Ritomo Miyata completed the top eight, securing seventh and eighth places respectively.
Lindblad and Crawford Showcase Resilience
Arvid Lindblad, poised for a move to Formula 1, faced adversity during the race. An untimely Safety Car deployment disrupted his alternative strategy, ultimately limiting him to a ninth-place finish.
Meanwhile, Jak Crawford demonstrated remarkable tenacity. Despite receiving a 10-second stop/go penalty, the American driver managed to secure the final point of the season with a tenth-place finish, simultaneously clinching the runner-up spot in the Drivers’ Championship.
For a comprehensive report on the final FIA Formula 2 Feature Race of the 2025 season, visit the official website.
