Copa Hyundai HB20: Thiago Rios and Lara Kraft secure podiums in Londrina

Drivers Thiago Rios and Lara Kraft secured podium finishes during a competitive weekend of racing at the Autódromo Internacional Ayrton Senna in Londrina as part of the Copa Hyundai HB20.

Thiago Rios overcame significant mechanical challenges, including a bent rear axle and a broken wheel hub, to achieve a second-place finish in the Elite Category and fifth place in the General Classification. His performance included a notable recovery drive on Sunday, where he climbed from 14th position to 5th overall after avoiding a multi-car collision.

Lara Kraft, competing in her first season, earned multiple podiums across the day's races. She secured second place in the female category and fourth place in the Super class during the second race of the day. Kraft noted that her progress throughout the year has been driven by telemetry study and coaching support.