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Veloce Racing rolls into Zandvoort for second half of W Series double-header
Veloce Racing returns to the track this weekend (3-4 September) for Round 6 of W Series as battle is set to resume at the fast and flowing circuit of Zandvoort, Netherlands.
The Formula 1 package returns to the recently reprofiled Dutch circuit for the first time in 36-years and this time round, the all-female W Series championship is joining the support bill for a weekend of non-stop action.
During a dramatic and mixed conditions event at Spa-Francorchamps last weekend, Jamie Chadwick extended her championship advantage to seven points by claiming a hard-fought second-place finish.
Yet another dominant display in qualifying saw the reigning champion set a lap time seven-tenths clear of the chasing pack to take her third pole position of the season.
Chadwick followed up her strong Friday form with her fourth podium from five rounds in 2021. A near-perfect start meant the 23-year-old enjoyed a comfortable margin for much of the race but Emma Kimiläinen would ultimately overhaul the Veloce Racing driver and snatch victory in the closing stages.
Further down the field, Bruna Tomaselli was one of many drivers caught out by the treacherous conditions at the iconic Belgian circuit.
Having qualified competitively in 10th, the Brazillian rookie would suffer a two-place grid penalty for a pit lane infringement to line up 12th for the race. Following an impressive demonstration in defensive driving, Tomaselli fell victim to the challenging track conditions, tumbling down the order and ultimately finishing 15th.
Jamie Chadwick, Driver, Veloce Racing commented: “It’s a great feeling to be going racing again so soon after the last event. Although I was disappointed not to take the win at Spa, it was a good result overall because we extended our lead in the championship.
“I’m really looking forward to driving here at Zandvoort. It’s a really challenging circuit and the banked corners look like they’ll add an extra element to the racing.”
Bruna Tomaselli, Driver, Veloce Racing commented: “After a tricky weekend at Spa I’m really going to enjoy the opportunity to bounce back immediately here in the Netherlands. I’m still hunting that first podium and I think this would be a great place to get the job done!
“The track looks incredible. The profiling they have done to add banking to some of the corners should be really exciting to drive and having multiple cars going through these corners is going to be great to watch!”
Mariella Bailey, Team Principal, Veloce Racing commented: “From one iconic track in Belgium to another in the Netherlands, what an amazing double-header we have on our hands here! For Formula 1 to be heading back to Zandvoort after so many years is going to be really special.
“Both Jamie and Bruna have done an amazing job so far this season and this race presents another opportunity to show what we’re made of. Extending the championship lead even further has to be the target for Jamie and Bruna will be targeting more points and maybe even a podium!”
This weekend’s W Series schedule sees practice run from 11:55 to 12:25 on Friday, 3 September, followed by a 30-minute qualifying session at 15:30. The race – set to last 30 minutes plus one lap – will start at 15:30 on Saturday, 4 September. British fans can watch Round 6 on Channel 4 from 14:00 on Saturday, while supporters around the world can keep up to date by visiting W Series’ digital and social channels.
Carlo Santarelli
Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. Names Carlo Santarelli Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations

Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. announced that Carlo Santarelli has been appointed Senior Vice President, Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations, a new position at the Company. Mr. Santarelli will begin his new position on August 18, 2025 and will report to GLPI President and Chief Operating Officer, Brandon Moore.
Mr. Santarelli brings over 25 years of Wall Street experience in Equity Research and Investment Banking to his new role and joins the Company from Deutsche Bank where he was Managing Director of Gaming & Lodging Equity Research. Prior to Deutsche Bank, Mr. Santarelli held similar positions at Bear Stearns, JP Morgan and Wells Fargo. He consistently ranked highly in Institutional Investor and other sell-side analyst research polls as a thought leader in the space, providing unique perspectives on industry events and trends with his data-driven approach and stock picking talent. Carlo Santarelli graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in Economics in 2000.
Peter Carlino, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of GLPI, said: “We’ve known and respected Carlo’s research work on the gaming, lodging and gaming REIT sectors for many years. Carlo brings to GLPI an in-depth knowledge of the industry and its participants, having experienced GLPI’s original formation of the gaming triple-net-REIT structure from a research analyst and capital markets perspective. We value his deep network of contacts among institutional investors, sell-side analysts and a wide range of gaming industry operators and we look forward to the value of his contributions.”
In his new role, Mr. Santarelli will work with Mr. Carlino and GLPI’s senior management to develop and evaluate growth opportunities and strategic relationships, and will oversee investor relations interactions.
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Industry News
VIP Play Announces Departure of Chief Financial Officer

VIP Play, a technology-driven leader in interactive consumer engagement, announced that Jim Mackey, the Company’s Chief Financial Officer, will step down from his role, effective August 8, 2025.
The Company has initiated a transition process and is in the process of identifying a successor. Mackey will assist in an orderly transition over the coming weeks.
“We thank Jim for his contributions to the Company, particularly during a transformative period for our business. We remain focused on executing our strategic priorities, including financial visibility, operating efficiency, and delivering value to our stakeholders,” said Les Ottolenghi, CEO of VIP Play.
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eSports
Esports Charts Becomes Official Viewership Analytics Partner of StarLadder Budapest Major 2025

Esports Charts, the leading esports viewership analytics provider, has partnered with StarLadder, a pioneering tournament organiser. The Budapest Major 2025 marks a highly anticipated comeback for StarLadder, as it is their first Counter-Strike Major since 2019 and a significant return to the top-tier esports arena.
As the official analytics partner of the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, Esports Charts will provide comprehensive, real-time audience data and insights throughout the event. This will empower organisers, teams, sponsors and fans with unparalleled transparency and a deeper understanding of the tournament’s global reach.
Artyom Odintsov, Co-founder and CEO of Esports Charts, said: “We are thrilled and proud to provide viewership analytics for StarLadder for the Budapest Major 2025. Since both Esports Charts and StarLadder are Ukraine-born companies, we share similar values and deal with similar challenges, which brings us even closer.
“It’s genuinely exciting to follow how viewership will develop at this Major. But knowing the expertise, drive, and passion that the organizers are bringing, I have no doubt we’ll witness some incredible things happen in Budapest.
“Esports Charts has always been driven by a mission to provide the esports community with accurate, actionable data, and we look forward to showcasing the impact and audience engagement of this world-class event.”
StarLadder has been a driving force in global esports for almost 15 years now, since hosting its first tournaments in 2011. Renowned for its innovation and reliability, the company has organised some of the industry’s most iconic events. These include the StarLadder Berlin Major 2019, which accumulated over 44 million hours watched and remains in the top 10 CS events by this metric, and the legendary StarSeries tournaments which started back in 2012.
Viacheslav Shcherbakov, Sales and Partnerships at StarLadder, said: “We’ve been working with Esports Charts since their founding and have always valued their professionalism and integrity. In a market where reliable data is essential, Esports Charts provides honest, transparent numbers, exactly the kind of insights sponsors and stakeholders rely on when assessing the potential reach of a World Championship event.
“We’re confident that this partnership will result in a high-quality analysis of our tournament’s performance and the audience data we’ll report to our partners. It’s a collaboration built on trust, shared values, and a deep understanding of what it takes to elevate esports to the next level.”
The Starladder Budapest Major 2025 will be held from November 24 to December 14 in Budapest, Hungary. The event will bring together the world’s top 32 Counter-Strike 2 teams to compete for a $1.25 million prize pool and one of the most prestigious titles in esports.
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