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Karishma Persad

Mercedes-AMG wins 2026 IGTC Bathurst 12 Hours as GMR and High Class Porsche defy odds, top two starting 29th and 30th.
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IGTC | 2026 | Bathurst 12 Hours | Race | Mercedes-AMG claims dramatic victory from 29th on the grid

Karishma Persad03 mins

Mercedes-AMG began the 2026 Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC) season in spectacular fashion, capturing a record-breaking fourth Meguiar’s Bathurst 12 Hours victory. The win marked a first Bathurst triumph for the GMR team and its drivers – Maxime Martin, Mikael Grenier, and Maro Engel – with Engel finally conquering Mount Panorama on his 10th attempt. The…

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DAMS Lucas Oil Nandhavud Bhirombhakdi outlines his 2026 F3 rookie goals and reflects on Thai pride in a landmark year for national motorsport.
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Bhirombhakdi “very proud” to represent Thailand as he takes on 2026 F3 rookie campaign with DAMS Lucas Oil

Karishma Persad04 mins

As he prepares for his rookie campaign in the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Championship with DAMS Lucas Oil, Nandhavud Bhirombhakdi approaches F3 season clear on his goals and aware of his home nation’s support. Speaking during a pre-season media session attended by Pit Debrief, he outlined both his personal objectives and the wider significance of…

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Cam Waters claims pole at 2026 IGTC Bathurst 12 Hour, leading STM Mercedes-AMG in a dramatic Qualifying session full of shocks.

IGTC | 2026 | Bathurst 12 Hours | Qualifying | Waters claims pole after dramatic Qualifying

Karishma Persad03 mins

Cameron Waters surged to provisional pole for the 2026 Meguiar’s Bathurst 12 Hour, putting Scott Taylor Motorsport’s Mercedes-AMG at the head of a field packed with championship contenders. Waters clocked 2:01.079s on his second flying lap, setting the second-fastest lap in the event’s history and cementing STM’s sixth Allan Simonsen Pole Trophy. Sharing the car…

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Seven drivers chase 2026 Independent Cup glory, kicking off the Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC) at Bathurst 12 Hour.
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Seven drivers to battle for Independent Cup in 2026 IGTC

Karishma Persad02 mins

The 2026 Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC) season begins at the Meguiar’s Bathurst 12 Hour, with the largest-ever Independent Cup entry in the series’ history. Seven FIA Bronze-rated drivers will contest the globe-trotting GT3 championship, led by reigning champion Kenny Habul, who secured his fifth title last season and aims to defend it. Joining Habul are…

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Waters stars in final practice as BMW, Audi and Mercedes-AMG trade pace in dramatic 2026 IGTC Bathurst build-up.
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IGTC | 2026 | Bathurst 12 Hours | Practice | BMW, Mercedes-AMG and Audi trade blows ahead of Qualifying

Karishma Persad09 mins

The 2026 running of the IGTC Meguiar’s Bathurst 12 Hour burst into life across two intense days of practice at Mount Panorama Circuit. Teams wasted no time revealing their intent, with BMW, Mercedes-AMG and Audi trading blows at the top of the timing screens. From punctures and near misses to late-session flyers and red flags,…

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Brad Benavides leads AIX Racing’s 2026 F3 push, targeting consistency after late-season 2025 surge which saw two pole positions.
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“I’m more than happy to be able to celebrate doing what I love most and having success” — Benavides on targets for 2026 F3 campaign with AIX Racing

Karishma Persad05 mins

After closing the 2025 FIA Formula 3 season with two pole positions and a career-best fourth-place finish in the Monza Feature Race, Brad Benavides returns to AIX Racing as the reference point of their 2026 F3 line-up. As the most experienced member of the three-driver squad, he provides structure and continuity as the team looks…

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Lionspeed GP confirms experienced trio for 2026 GTWC Europe Endurance Cup return with its #89 Porsche entry.
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#89 Porsche line-up confirmed as Lionspeed GP eyes 2026 GTWC Europe Endurance Bronze Cup success

Karishma Persad03 mins

Lionspeed GP has confirmed its return to the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe Endurance Cup for the 2026 season with a three-driver line-up aboard its #89 Porsche. The German squad will build on the momentum it established over the past two campaigns as it continues to expand its presence on the GT World grid. The…

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ART Grand Prix’s rookies impress in 2026 F3 Barcelona pre-season testing, with Kato, Gładysz and Le confident ahead of Melbourne.
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Kato, Gładysz and Le impress in Barcelona pre-season testing as ART build momentum ahead of 2026 F3 Melbourne opener

Karishma Persad04 mins

ART Grand Prix concluded the 2026 FIA F3 pre-season testing at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya with confidence and clarity. Across three demanding days, the French squad completed 593 laps and saw all three of their rookies establish themselves as contenders ahead of the Melbourne opener. Although rivals such as Trident and Campos Racing topped individual…

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Nakamura-Berta wins Race 2 at Lusail to clinch the FRME title after a tense duel with Wheldon and late drama behind.
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FRME | 2026 | Round 4 | Lusail | Race 2 | Nakamura-Berta claims title after another dominant race

Karishma Persad03 mins

Kean Nakamura-Berta sealed the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy title in emphatic style by winning Race 2 at Lusail after a tense duel with Sebastian Wheldon. A safety car, a red flag and relentless pressure from behind failed to unsettle the Mumbai Falcons driver, who controlled proceedings to secure both victory and the…

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Kean Nakamura-Berta wins Race 1 at Lusail as Al Dhaheri’s title lead shrinks to seven points before the 2026 FRME finale.
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FRME | 2026 | Round 4 | Lusail | Race 1| Namakura seals rookie crown after resounding lights-to-flag win

Karishma Persad03 mins

Kean Nakamura-Berta seized control of the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy title fight with a commanding victory in Race 1 at Lusail. After dominating qualifying, the Mumbai Falcons driver converted pole into a measured win, while championship leader Rashid Al Dhaheri limited the damage in sixth. A Safety Car interruption, bold overtakes and…

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