Galid Osman started the Cuiabá round of NASCAR Brasil among the front-runners. In the opening free practice held on Thursday under artificial lighting, the driver finished fourth on the circuit making its debut on the series’ calendar.
The result maintains Galid’s strong momentum as the weekend begins, coming off a standout victory at Velocitta. The driver also highlighted the recent positive track record and stated he is confident in aiming for a solid position in qualifying.
“I think it was a very good day, we finished fourth in practice and came away with a solid record after the victory at Velocitta and our performance at Curvelo’s oval last year, and I am confident that we will contend for pole,” said Galid Osman.
Ricardo Zonta had a tougher session on NASCAR Brasil’s new track. The driver of car #10 ended the free practice in 17th, in an activity hampered by a red flag that interrupted a large portion of the session. Zonta completed only four laps, while Galid Osman logged nine laps.
The Cuiabá round marks the debut of the Mato Grosso circuit in NASCAR Brasil with a fully nocturnal program. The weekend’s highlight will be the Night Challenge, featuring two races that total 100 miles and conclude the round’s activities.
On Friday, Galid Osman and Ricardo Zonta return to the track for the second free practice and the qualifying, which will include a sprint race for the top six. The main races will be contested on Saturday, with live coverage on the category’s official channels on YouTube, Disney+, and ESPN.
