Two podium finishes and a Race 2 victory marked a winning debut for Zanasi Racing in the FX Championship. The weekend also highlighted Nela Novorytova’s journey to the racetrack, from training on SIM Maranello’s professional driving simulators to taking on the challenge of real-world racing.
A Standout Track Debut
Two podium finishes from two races, including a Race 2 victory, made Zanasi Racing’s first appearance in the FX Championship a highly successful one. The results rewarded the team’s hard work and highlighted the strong partnership between its two drivers, Marco Zanasi and Nela Novorytova, who enjoyed a weekend full of achievements.
On one side was Marco Zanasi, with years of experience in motorsport; on the other, Nela Novorytova, making her competitive racing debut. Their different backgrounds came together over a weekend that turned preparation into tangible results, giving the team a strong foundation for the challenges ahead.
From Simulator to Racetrack: Nela Novorytova’s Journey
Nela Novorytova’s debut also illustrates a different route into motorsport. Her journey began with training on SIM Maranello’s professional driving simulators, part of Zanasi Group’s portfolio and dedicated to simulation and driver training.
The simulators provided an initial environment in which to become familiar with performance driving and develop the skills needed to take on the racetrack. This step-by-step process was guided by Andrea Belicchi, professional racing driver and Nela Novorytova’s coach, who supported her throughout her preparation for her debut.
“Nela’s journey is a great example of how simulation can provide a practical starting point for getting into motorsport. We worked extensively on her preparation, using SIM Maranello’s simulators to develop her driving skills and gradually build the confidence needed to take on the racetrack. Seeing her make her competitive debut and achieve such strong results straight away is incredibly rewarding, and a testament to her commitment and the work we’ve done together,” says Andrea Belicchi.
SIM Maranello: Training for the Next Challenge
Nela Novorytova’s experience highlights the value of professional simulation in preparing for competitive driving. Simulators provide a controlled environment in which drivers can become familiar with the dynamics of performance driving and develop their skills methodically before heading out onto the track. For those starting out, they offer an entry point into motorsport and a way to build experience and confidence progressively.
This is where SIM Maranello, part of Zanasi Group, comes in, combining technology and training to provide professional tools for developing driving skills. Nela Novorytova’s debut result brings this approach to life: simulation becomes part of a structured development pathway, where training, coaching and determination support the transition from virtual practice to real-world competition.
Marco Zanasi’s Experience and the Power of Teamwork
Alongside Nela Novorytova, Marco Zanasi brought experience and consistency to the track, providing an important point of reference throughout the weekend. The drivers’ growing rapport and their shared efforts helped turn pre-race expectations into a strong result, supported by the commitment of the entire team.
“It was a really positive weekend, both in terms of the results and the experience of sharing the car with Nela. Seeing her approach her first race weekend with enthusiasm and determination was incredibly rewarding. I strongly believe in the value of preparation and in the role simulation can play in a driver’s development. Sharing the car with her and achieving these results together makes this debut even more meaningful. I’d also like to thank the whole team for their hard work in giving us the best possible conditions to perform,” says Marco Zanasi.
A First Milestone and New Opportunities Ahead
Two podium finishes and a race win mark an important debut for Zanasi Racing in the FX Championship. Yet the significance of the weekend goes beyond the results: it reflects the meeting of experience and emerging talent, the importance of teamwork, and the role preparation plays in achieving sporting goals.
For Zanasi Group, Nela Novorytova’s journey also highlights the connection between the Group’s different businesses and its passion for motorsport: from SIM Maranello, where preparation begins, to the racetrack, where commitment and skills are put to the test. This debut opens a new chapter for Zanasi Racing and points to exciting possibilities for the future.
