Karishma Persad, Author at Motorsport

Final CTFROT 2026 standings confirmed after Round 4 at Taupō, as Ugochukwu seals the drivers’ title and M2 wins teams’ crown.

CTFROT 2026: Standings after Round 4: Ugochukwu claims Drivers’ title as M2 Competion tops Teams’ Championship

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The curtain has fallen on the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT), and the final standings after Round 4 at Highlands Motorsport Park confirm a season defined by sustained pressure, strategic execution and depth across both championships. After four intense rounds and 14 races, Ugo Ugochukwu emerges as Drivers’ Champion, while M2 Competition…

Zack Scoular claims an emotional New Zealand Grand Prix win, reflecting on family sacrifice, season-long struggles and a defining career moment in 2026 CTFROT.

“It means so much”: Scoular reflects on family and team support as he ends single-seater career with 2026 New Zealand Grand Prix glory

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Victory in the 70th New Zealand Grand Prix marked the emotional high point of a demanding 2026 CTFROT campaign and a career-defining moment in one of motorsport’s most historic events for mtec Motorsport’s Zack Scoular. After a season shaped by strong pace but repeated setbacks, the mtec Motorsport driver delivered a measured, mature performance when…

Kyuho Lee joins Elite Motorsport for his GB3 Championship debut, aiming to develop and compete after a rapid rise from karting and F4.

Kyuho Lee steps up to 2026 GB3 Championship with Elite Motorsport

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South Korean teenager Kyuho Lee will make his GB3 Championship debut this season after signing with Elite Motorsport. The 17-year-old takes the next step in his career following a rapid rise through international karting and Formula 4 competition. Lee entered car racing in 2025 and delivered an impressive first season. He scored multiple top-10 finishes…

Alexander Abkhazava converts an empty pole into victory as penalties reshape the order in a dramatic 2026 FRME Race 3 in Dubai.

FRME | 2026 | Round 3 | Dubai | Race 3 | Abkhazava leads from lights to flag to claim second win of the season

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Alexander Abkhazava delivered a controlled and confident drive to win Race 3 of the 2026 FRME Trophy at Dubai, capitalising on Alex Powell’s absence from pole position. Despite late pressure, Safety Car interruptions, and post-race penalties reshuffling the order behind him, the MP Motorsport driver never relinquished control. Kean Nakamura-Berta finished second to claim rookie…

Salim Hanna converts a reverse-grid start into a Race 2 victory during a disrupted 2026 FRME Trophy race at Dubai Autodrome.

FRME | 2026 | Round 3 | Dubai | Race 2 | Hanna claims maiden FRME win as Safety Cars plague Race 2

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Race 2 of the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy at Dubai Autodrome delivered repeated interruptions, but Salim Hanna controlled proceedings from the front to secure a commanding victory. A reverse-grid format reshuffled the order following Race 1, while multiple Safety Car periods and retirements reshaped the battle behind. Despite the chaos, Hanna capitalised…

Zack Scoular wins the 70th New Zealand Grand Prix as Ugo Ugochukwu claims the 2026 CTFROT title at Highlands.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 4 | Highlands | Race 3 | 70th New Zealand Grand Prix | Scoular wins as Ugochukwu clinches title

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After 14 races across four venues, the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) reached its dramatic conclusion at Highlands Motorsport Circuit with the 70th running of the New Zealand Grand Prix. The historic event delivered both prestige and pressure, as Zack Scoular claimed a dominant Grand Prix victory while Ugo Ugochukwu secured the…

Hitech confirms Alpine Academy driver Keanu Al Azhari for its 2026 Eurocup-3 campaign following strong GB3 and F4 results.

Alpine Academy driver Keanu Al Azhari completed Hitech line-up for 2026 Eurocup-3 campaign

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Hitech has confirmed Keanu Al Azhari as part of its 2026 Eurocup-3 Championship line-up, strengthening its expanding European single-seater programme. The British outfit continues to invest in proven young talent, and Al Azhari arrives with a strong international résumé and recent success alongside the team. Born in Dubai and racing under the Emirati flag, the…

Kanato Le wins Race 2 at Highlands as Safety Cars and incidents shape the CTFROT 2026 finale fight to the flag.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 4 | Highlands | Race 2 | Le leads from start to finish in incident-filled Race 2

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Race 2 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) finale at Highlands Motorsport Park delivered drama from the opening lap to the chequered flag, as Kanato Le controlled proceedings from pole while incidents, investigations and two Safety Car periods shaped the fight behind. A decisive start, timely restarts and late neutralisation ultimately…

Louis Sharp reflects on qualifying struggles, wind challenges and race mistakes after securing a hard-fought 2026 CTFROT podium at Highlands.

Sharp battles through challenges to secure 2026 CTFROT podium at Highlands

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Louis Sharp closed Saturday at Highlands Motorsport Park with a valuable third-place finish in Race 1 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT). The result capped a demanding day that tested both driver and team, yet ultimately rewarded persistence and composure during the opening race of the final weekend. With limited overtaking…

Jin Nakamura reflects on qualifying brilliance, and race balance issues after finishing second in 2026 CTFROT Race 1 at Highlands.

Nakamura eyes more in 2026 CTFROT New Zealand Grand Prix after strong Saturday at Highlands

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Jin Nakamura delivered one of the standout performances of Saturday at Highlands Motorsport Park, combining exceptional qualifying speed with a solid second-place finish in Race 1 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Championship (CTFROT). As the final weekend of the season unfolded, Nakamura emerged as one of the fastest drivers on the circuit,…