One Step Away: Oldenmenger on the Verge of VFC Glory in Fuji

Only two races remain in the 2026 VFC season, and Tom Oldenmenger is closer than ever to securing his first Drivers’ Championship. Following the Turkish Grand Prix, the VEGA driver holds a commanding 28-point lead over Sven Schubert, with just 30 points still available.

The championship could already be decided at the Japanese Grand Prix in Fuji. After an impressive debut season marked by consistency and strong performances, the Dutchman needs just three more points to guarantee the 2026 VFC Drivers’ Championship, regardless of his rival’s results.

The mathematics are straightforward: Even if Schubert wins both remaining races, Oldenmenger would be mathematically out of reach with just three additional points.

How Oldenmenger Can Secure the Title in Fuji

Tom Oldenmenger	Sven Schubert	Titel
Position 1-10	Any result	Secured
Position 11	2nd or lower	Secured
Position 12	2nd or lower	Secured
No points	2nd or lower	Secured

For Schubert, the situation has become increasingly difficult. The Optiminal driver must win in Fuji and hope that Oldenmenger scores no more than two points to keep his mathematical championship hopes alive heading into the season finale in São Paulo.

Everything now points towards a historic achievement for the VEGA driver. Will Fuji witness the crowning of a new VFC champion, or can Schubert somehow keep the title fight alive until São Paulo?