Pure masterclass as Da Costa races away with his second Macau Grand Prix title
Portuguese ace, winner in 2012, makes his final Formula Three race a winning one as his experience on the tricky Guia circuit proves decisive against his younger rivals
Antonio Felix da Costa drew on every inch of his experience both here and beyond as he raced away with the 63rd Suncity Group Formula Three Macau Grand Prix – FIA F3 World Cup on Sunday.
It was quite simply a master class by the 25-year-old Portuguese driver, considered somewhat of a veteran to a grid packed full of the promise of youth.
As a previous winner of the event – back in 2012 – the Carlin Volkswagen driver knew coming in exactly what was needed to win the historic street race.
And having since that victory four years ago worked his way across the globe with the likes of the DTM and Formula E championships, Da Costa was ready for anything thrown at him.
First it was the challenge put forward by British 18-year-old Callum Ilott (Van Amersfoort Racing), who snatched the lead from Da Costa soon after the start. Then it was the turn of 18-year-old Brazilian Sergio Sette Camara (Carlin) who led Da Costa as they both passed Ilott’s Mercedes heading into the Lisboa bend the very first time.
