Karishma Persad, Author at Pit Debrief

BMW secures surprise pole in 2026 NL4/Nürburgring Qualifiers Round 1 as Verstappen receives penalty after collision in dramatic session.

2026 NLS | 24H Nürburgring Qualifiers | Qualifying 1 | Surprise pole for BMW at NLS4 as Team Verstappen Racing hit with grid penalty

Karishma Persad7 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Qualifying for the 2026 NLS4, which doubles as Round 1 of the 24H Nürburgring Qualifiers, delivered an unexpected result, as the #23 BMW stunned the field to secure pole position. From the outset, teams pushed hard around the daunting Nürburgring Nordschleife. However, it was David Jahn who made the decisive impact, setting an 8:09.488 lap…

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Ferrari resets for 2026 WEC season as Cannizzo stresses discipline, detail and adaptation ahead of Imola and Le Mans.

Cannizzo: Ferrari “starts from zero” ahead of 2026 WEC opener in Imola

Karishma Persad7 months ago7 months ago06 mins

As the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) arrives at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari for the 6 Hours of Imola, Head of Ferrari Endurance Race Cars Ferdinando Cannizzo has made Ferrari’s mindset crystal clear. Despite a dominant 2025 campaign, the Italian manufacturer refuses to dwell on past achievements. After all, Ferrari swept the…

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Ferrari dominates FP3 at 2026 WEC Imola with fastest lap of the week as Aston Martin leads tight LMGT3 battle before qualifying.

2026 | WEC | 6 Hours of Imola | Free Practice 3 | Ferrari one-two sets the stage ahead of Qualifying

Karishma Persad7 months ago7 months ago04 mins

The final free practice session ahead of Qualifying for the 2026 WEC 6 Hours of Imola unfolded under clear skies at Imola. As expected, teams wasted no time in extracting maximum performance, and lap times dropped immediately. Crucially, Ferrari delivered a statement performance at just the right moment. Meanwhile, LMGT3 continued to produce a tightly…

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Emmilio Del Grosso on identity, heritage, and using motorsport success to inspire Venezuela and expand access for future drivers worldwide.

Racing up the ladder | “Every little step I made was crucial” — Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso on his journey in motorsport

Karishma Persad7 months ago7 months ago017 mins

In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso offered a detailed and reflective look into the experiences that have shaped his path in motorsport so far. At just 16 years old, his journey already reflects an uncommon level of maturity, shaped not only by time on track but also by the challenges…

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Kobe Pauwels stars on 2026 WEC debut at Imola, topping LMGT3 FP2 and impressing with Aston Martin after late call-up.

Pauwels thrilled after “great” start to debut weekend at 2026 WEC 6 Hours of Imola

Karishma Persad7 months ago7 months ago04 mins

Kobe Pauwels delivered a remarkable performance on his 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) debut at Imola. The young Belgian stepped into the spotlight with confidence and composure, ultimately topping the LMGT3 timesheets in FP2. Although his appearance came unexpectedly, Pauwels seized the opportunity and immediately proved his potential at the highest level of endurance…

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Hitech confirms 2026 GB3 entry for F3 driver Jin Nakamura

Karishma Persad7 months ago7 months ago04 mins

Hitech has confirmed that Jin Nakamura, who currently competes in the FIA Formula 3 Championship with the team, will also take on a parallel campaign in the GB3 Championship in 2026. The move forms part of a carefully structured dual programme designed to maximise track time and accelerate the Japanese driver’s development across multiple competitive…

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CL Motorsport announces its 2026 FREC driver line-up and targets steady progress in its second European championship season.

CL Motorsport confirms 2026 FREC line-up with strong development focus.

Karishma Persad7 months ago7 months ago03 mins

CL Motorsport has formally announced its driver line-up for the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC), marking an important milestone as the team prepares for its second consecutive season on one of Europe’s most competitive junior single-seater grids. After a formative debut year focused on learning and infrastructure building, the organisation now moves into…

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Optimum Motorsport claims pole with a stunning McLaren lap, setting the stage for a thrilling Michelin 12H Spa-Francorchamps race weekend.

2026 | 24H Series European Series | 12H Spa-Francorchamps | Qualifying | Optimum Motorsport storms to pole

Karishma Persad7 months ago5 months ago04 mins

Optimum Motorsport delivered a commanding Qualifying performance to secure pole position for the 2026 Michelin 12H Spa-Francorchamps. The British squad impressed across all three Qualifying sessions, culminating in a decisive lap from Salman Owega in Q3. Owega, competing in the McLaren for the first time, handled the pressure with composure. He produced a stunning lap…

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Alpine tops FP2 at 2026 WEC Imola as Hypercar battle tightens, while Aston Martin leads LMGT3 in a fiercely competitive session.

2026 | WEC | 6 Hours of Imola | Free Practice 2 | Alpine surges ahead as lap times tumble.

Karishma Persad7 months ago7 months ago05 mins

After Ferrari topped Free Practice 1 with a 1-2-3 in the Hypercar category, Free Practice 2 at Imola delivered a significant shift in the competitive order of the opening FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) weekend of 2026. As track conditions improved, lap times dropped rapidly, and new contenders emerged at the front in both Hypercar…

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Ferrari dominates Hypercar at Imola FP1 while Corvette tops LMGT3 at 2026 WEC season opener.

2026 | WEC | 6 Hours of Imola | Free Practice 1 | Ferrari dominates Hypercar as LMGT3 delivers close fight

Karishma Persad7 months ago7 months ago05 mins

The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) roared into action at Imola, where warm spring conditions created an ideal backdrop for Free Practice 1. From the very beginning, teams pushed hard to establish early momentum, and Ferrari quickly emerged as the benchmark in Hypercar. At the same time, the LMGT3 category produced a tightly contested…

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