Montreal – Race 2: Mathilda Paatz wins for the first time, Lisa Billard moves closer to the top 5

The second race of F1 Academy weekend at the Gilles-Villeneuve circuit in Montreal. Rafaela Ferreira, who crossed the finish line first, ultimately finished 10th due to a penalty incurred at the very end of the race. Deemed guilty of a false start, the Brazilian had indeed flirted with the limit to overtake Kaylee Countryman, who had started from pole position. In the end, the American finished 3rd in this eventful race, behind the German winner and the young Dane, Alba Larsen, proudly representing [the club/company name]. Classic Ferrari for sale.

SI Payton Westcott – supported by Mercedes Benz Natalia Granada and Billard finished just off the podium, very close to each other. It's also worth noting Lisa Billard's 6th place finish, achieved amidst the numerous position changes. Starting 10th on the grid, the Normandy-born driver capitalized on the opportunities ahead, avoiding the most dangerous crashes during this tricky race. Although overtaken by Granada during the race, the Gatorade driver held her own, especially towards the end.

Jade Jacquet, on the other hand, did not enjoy such good fortune. Clinging to her counterpart, the driver supported by Williams She would have liked to beat her, but a 5-second penalty for a false start was also given to her during the race. A shame for the rider who finished 14th but seemed to have the potential to score her first points.

Finally, it's worth noting Emma Felbermayr's unnerving spin in the middle of the pack, as well as the retirements of Nina Gademan, Rachel Robertson, and Ava Dobson, all three caught up in costly crashes on Saturday. Similarly, Alisha Palmowski also suffered a rear-end collision while battling at the front for the championship. Finishing 12th, the British rider will have to wait until Race 3 on Sunday at 16:45 PM (French time) to get back on track.

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F1 Academy – Montreal (Canada)
The classification of Race 2