Karishma Persad, Author at Motorsport

Brazilian racing star Ricardo Baptista joins 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) with TJ Speed and HMD Motorsport, aiming to impress.

Ricardo Baptista joins 2026 CTFROT line-up with TJ speed

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FIA Formula 4 race winner Ricardo Baptista, better known in the motorsport world as Cadi, has been confirmed for the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT). The Brazilian driver, 18, will race with TJ Speed in partnership with HMD Motorsport, as the four-round championship prepares to kick off at Hampton Downs International Motorsport…

Rodrigo Gonzalez will return to GB3 in 2026 with VRD Racing, aiming to build on his strong progress from a promising rookie season.

Rodrigo Gonzalez set for full GB3 Campaign with VRD Racing in 2026

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Rodrigo Gonzalez will return to the GB3 Championship for a full season in 2026, continuing his partnership with VRD Racing. The 19-year-old Mexican driver, who joined the team halfway through the 2025 season, will look to build on his experience as he competes alongside his younger brother, Patricio. A solid introduction to GB3 Rodrigo Gonzalez…

Patricio Gonzalez will continue with VRD Racing in the 2026 GB3 Championship, aiming to build on a promising rookie season.

Patricio Gonzalez to continue with VRD Racing in GB3 for 2026 Season

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Patricio Gonzalez will remain with VRD Racing for the 2026 GB3 Championship, aiming to build on the momentum from a promising 2025 season. The 17-year-old Mexican driver, who joined the Anglo-American team midway through 2025, has shown great potential in his rookie year in Europe. A strong finish to 2025 Gonzalez made an impressive start…

Kiwi racing star Ryan Wood joins the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) with mtec Motorsport, aiming for a thrilling debut season.

Ryan Wood confirmed for 2026 CTFROT with mtech Motorsport

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As the grid for the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) takes shape, mtec Motorsport has confirmed that New Zealand’s Ryan Wood will compete in the four-round international championship. Backed by the Tony Quinn Foundation, Wood will add another exciting chapter to his already impressive career. A familiar face on New Zealand circuits…

Miguel Costa joins RPM for the 2026 FREC and FRMET seasons, aiming for success with a new car, new tyres, and fresh challenges.

Miguel Costa joins RPM for 2026 FREC and FRME

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RPM has confirmed that Miguel Costa will join their lineup for the 2026 Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) and Formula Regional Middle East Trophy (FRMET) campaigns. At only 17 years old, Costa is now ready to take the next step in his motorsport career, making his mark in two of the most competitive regional single-seater…

Ugo Ugochukwu, 2024 Macau Grand Prix winner, will make his New Zealand debut in the 2026 Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy.

Ugo Ugochukwu set for 2026 CTFROT debut with M2 Motorsport

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Ugo Ugochukwu, the 2024 Macau Grand Prix winner, will make his New Zealand debut with M2 Motorsport in the 2026 Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy (CTFROT). The 18-year-old American, born and raised in New York, will kick off his racing year with M2 Competition in the four-round New Zealand Championship, before joining Campos Racing for…

Rodrigo Gonzalez reflects on his challenging but rewarding GB3 debut, sharing insights into his journey and brotherly teamwork for the 2025 season.

Rodrigo Gonzalez on learning and growing in 2025 GB3 Championship alongside his brother

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Rodrigo Gonzalez made his European racing debut during the 2025 season, stepping into the GB3 Championship with plenty of ambition and a wealth of experience from his time racing in the United States. His transition to the demanding world of European single-seater racing, however, proved to be both a challenge and an opportunity for growth….

Louis Sharp, 2023 British F4 champion and 2024 GB3 title winner, will compete in the Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Championship with mtec Motorsport.

Louis Sharp to kickstart 2026 season with CTFROT

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Louis Sharp, the highly promising New Zealand racing driver, will start his most important season to date in motorsport with a title challenge in the 2026 Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy. The 18-year-old, who has been making waves in European motorsport, will compete in the four-round international championship with mtec Motorsport, concluding with the prestigious…

Fionn McLaughlin set to join Hitech TGR for 2026 F3 season

McLaughlin builds momentum ahead of 2026 F3 debut with Hitech

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Fionn McLaughlin will continue his ascent through the junior single-seater ladder as he steps up to FIA F3 with Hitech TGR for 2026. After securing the British F4 title in 2025, the Irish driver extends his long-standing relationship with the Silverstone-based outfit, carrying forward the momentum of a highly successful debut season and the backing…

Australian racing driver James Wharton will challenge for the Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy in 2026 as he prepares for his second season in FIA F3.

James Wharton to race in 2026 CTFROT ahead of second F3 season

Karishma Persad5 days ago2 hours ago03 mins mins

Australian racing talent James Wharton, fresh off his FIA Formula 2 debut in Qatar, is set to challenge for another motorsport championship title. The 19-year-old will compete in the Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy (CTFROT), a series that serves as a valuable warm-up for his upcoming second season in FIA Formula 3, slated for 2026….