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’s involvement in powerboat racing began in 1981 when he competed in his first offshore powerboat race. After a career as a Financial Futures broker in the City of London, specialising in UK interest rate markets, he became actively involved in event organisation and powerboat racing journalism.
He served as Event Director for the Cowes–Torquay–Cowes races between 2010 and 2013. In 2016, he launched Powerboat Racing World, a digital platform providing global powerboat racing news and insights. The following year, he co-founded UKOPRA, helping to rejuvenate offshore racing in the United Kingdom. He sold Powerboat Racing World in late 2021 and remained actively involved with UKOPRA until 2025.
In 2025, he established Powerboat News, returning to independent journalism with a focus on neutral and comprehensive coverage of the sport.
