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Local driver Evagoras Papasavvas put a disappointing Friday firmly behind him as he sped to a flag-to-flag victory for Jay Howard Driver Development in Saturday afternoon’s second leg of the Tatuus…
Local driver Evagoras Papasavvas bounced back from a disappointing Friday to claim a flag-to-flag victory for Jay Howard Driver Development in the Tatuus Grand Prix of Mid-Ohio’s second leg on Saturday. Starting on pole for the second consecutive day, Papasavvas secured his second consecutive victory at the event, elevating him to second place in the USF2000 points standings. His teammate Michael Costello also showcased his strong form with a second-place finish, while Elliot Cox landed on the podium with a third place.
Papasavvas dominated the weekend, securing pole position and maintaining his lead throughout the race. The weather shifted drastically from a wet track on Friday to ideal summer conditions on Saturday. Despite a mishap on Friday’s opening lap, Papasavvas had a flawless start and kept his lead. Front row starter Quinn Armstrong fell back, allowing Costello and Thomas Schrage to challenge.
Schrage faced misfortune with his car’s shock-absorber cover detaching and affecting his downforce, leading to an unplanned pit stop. Remarkably, he set fastest laps and will start Sunday’s race from pole position. Papasavvas secured a well-deserved win after a full-course caution, followed by Costello and Cox in second and third, respectively. Max Taylor made a late surge to claim fourth place.
