Five-Way Showdown: Wibergs, Morin, Sacchi and Palfreyman
With just one race remaining in the 2025 UIM F2 World Championship, the title fight has boiled down to a razor-edge four-way battle. After Giacomo Sacchi’s masterclass in Peso da Régua, the standings have shifted dramatically, setting up a high-stakes finale in Vila Velha on 21 September.
Championship Standings (Top 5)
| Position | Driver | Country | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hilmer Wiberg | Sweden | 39 |
| 2 | Mathilda Wiberg | Sweden | 34 |
| 3 | Peter Morin | France | 32 |
| 4 | Giacomo Sacchi | Monaco | 25 |
| 5 | Matthew Palfreyman | Great Britain | 22 |
Hilmer Wiberg – The Calculated Leader
Consistent podiums have kept Hilmer atop the leaderboard. With a 5-point cushion, he doesn’t need to win in Vila Velha—but he must finish ahead of Mathilda and Morin to secure the crown. A top-three finish could seal the deal, but any slip-up opens the door.
Mathilda Wiberg – The Silent Threat
After a slow start in Brindisi, Mathilda has surged with back-to-back podiums. Her calm, methodical style and late-race pace make her a serious contender. If she wins and Hilmer finishes outside the top three, the title could swing her way.
Peter Morin – The Veteran Under Pressure
Morin led the championship early but has lost momentum. His experience is unmatched, but he’ll need a win or second place—and hope the Wibergs falter—to reclaim the top spot.
Giacomo Sacchi – The Momentum Machine
Sacchi’s dominant win in Portugal has reignited his campaign. With 25 points, he’s the wildcard. If he wins again and chaos unfolds ahead, he could leapfrog everyone. It’s a long shot—but not impossible.
Palfreyman – Title Hopes Dashed?
After zero points in Peso da Régua, Palfreyman’s chances are slim. He’d need a win and a total collapse from the top four. Stranger things have happened in F2—but the odds aren’t in his favour.
Prediction Models Say…
If historical trends hold, Vila Velha favours aggressive starters and clean water. Sacchi and Mathilda have excelled in those conditions. But with wind forecasted and a tight circuit, anything can happen.
Final Verdict:
Five drivers. One race. No margin for error. The Vila Velha Grand Prix won’t just crown a winner—it’ll define a season.
John Moore has a longstanding involvement in event organisation and powerboat racing journalism. He organised the historic Cowes–Torquay–Cowes races between 2010 and 2013 and was actively involved with British offshore racing from 2017 until 2025.
In 2017, Moore founded Powerboat Racing World, a digital platform providing global powerboat racing news, insights, and event coverage.
He is now Editor of Powerboat.News, continuing to contribute to the sport’s media landscape with in-depth reporting and analysis.
