Karishma Persad, Author at Pit Debrief

New Nürburgring 24H rules introduce F1-style qualifying, enhanced safety tech, and a full 150-car grid for 2026.

New Qualifying format and full grid as innovation meets tradition at 24H Nürburgring in 2026

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

In 2026, change remains central to the philosophy of the ADAC RAVENOL 24H Nürburgring. Since its debut in 1970, organisers at ADAC Nordrhein have consistently refined the regulations to reflect technological progress while improving safety and operational efficiency. As a result, the race continues to thrive in its 54th edition. Interest has surged once again,…

High-stakes 2026 ADAC RAVENOL Nürburgring Qualifiers deliver drama, data, and fierce GT3 battles ahead of the iconic 24-hour endurance race.

2026 ADAC RAVENOL Nürburgring Qualifiers ignite the road to the 24-Hour showdown

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago06 mins

The 2026 ADAC RAVENOL 24h Nürburgring Qualifiers mark the decisive dress rehearsal before one of motorsport’s toughest challenges. Drivers and teams now gather for the first true test of strength, with 11 hours of racing action recreating the intensity of the legendary 24-hour contest. Across two races and two top qualifying sessions, teams push their…

Sean Gelael will debut in GT World Challenge (GTWC) Asia at Mandalika, racing a Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo in front of his home crowd.

Sean Gelael to make GTWC Asia debut at Mandalika

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

Experienced sportscar and GT driver Sean Gelael will make his GT World Challenge (GTWC) Asia powered by AWS debut on home soil at Pertamina Mandalika International Circuit on May 2-3, 2026. The 29-year-old Indonesian is making a one-off appearance in a Ferrari 296 GT3 Evo run by the Garage 75 squad, which has secured the…

Chicago Performance & Tuning will skip COTA round, focusing on returning stronger at Road America after strong Sonoma GTWC America debut.

Chicago Performance & Tuning Co. to skip COTA Round in 2026 GTWC America

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

As reported by Sportscar 365, Chicago Performance & Tuning Co. will miss next weekend’s second round of the 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) America powered by AWS at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) due to not securing a customer for the event. The team made its season debut last month at Sonoma Raceway with the…

FIA and ACO announce that Balance of Performance (BoP) data will no longer be made public in WEC starting in 2026, aiming to reduce speculation.

WEC to keep BoP data confidential for 2026

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago07 mins

As reported by Motorsport.com, starting in 2026, the FIA and ACO will no longer publish the Balance of Performance (BoP) tables for the World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. This decision was revealed during a media briefing at Imola, ahead of the season-opening 6 Hours of Imola. The change is…

Complete guide to 2026 FIA WEC: classes, teams, race format, points, tyres and calendar, and the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Everything you need to know about the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC)

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago018 mins

The FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) represents the pinnacle of long-distance circuit racing. Established in 2012 by the FIA and the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), the series combines cutting-edge technology, world-class drivers and demanding races that last anywhere from six hours to a full 24-hour marathon. Crucially, WEC continues to grow in popularity thanks…

Lily-May Watkins charts her journey from karting to GB4, sharing insight on mindset, challenges, and women in motorsport today.

Racing up the ladder | “This is what I want to do for life” — Lily-May Watkins on discovering motorsport and her journey to GB4

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago07 mins

Lily-May Watkins’ motorsport journey stands out for its immediacy and direction. While many drivers take years to define their ambitions, Watkins identified hers almost instantly and has pursued it with consistent focus ever since. From her first experience in karting at Rye House in 2019 to her current journey in GB4, Watkins has shown both…

Bosch renews WEC and Le Mans partnership for 2026–27, continuing its key role in hybrid technology and endurance racing innovation.

Bosch strengthens commitment to WEC and Le Mans with 2026-2027 extension

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Bosch has extended its partnership with the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the 24 Hours of Le Mans for the 2026–2027 seasons. As a result, the company will continue to serve as both a Premium Partner and Technical Partner, reinforcing its long-standing involvement in top-level endurance racing. Moreover, this agreement highlights Bosch’s sustained focus…

Racing up the ladder | “You just have to keep on going” — Leo Robinson and the lessons learned from his early motorsport journey

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago05 mins

Leo Robinson, a young British-Algerian racing driver, has been making waves in the motorsport world with his remarkable progression from karting to car racing. Known for his resilience and adaptability, Leo has already garnered attention at multiple levels of competition, including Formula 4 and sports car racing. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Robinson…

Ferrari leads both sessions at Imola WEC Prologue as rivals close gap, setting up a fiercely competitive 2026 season opener.

2026 | WEC | Prologue | Ferrari dominares early running ahead of Imola season opener

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Ferrari laid down an early marker ahead of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season opener at Imola, leading both sessions of the Prologue. However, while the Italian marque dominated the morning, the competition responded strongly in the afternoon, tightening the battle at the front of the Hypercar field. 2026 WEC Prologue: Imola: Morning…