Karishma Persad, Author at Pit Debrief

Kean Nakamura-Berta joins PREMA for 2026 FREC season after dominant junior success and strong early 2026 form.

PREMA Racing retains Kean Nakamura-Berta for 2026 FREC campaign

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

PREMA Racing has confirmed that Kean Nakamura-Berta will continue with the team into 2026, stepping up to the FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC). This announcement marks a logical and well-earned progression following a sustained period of success in the junior categories. Furthermore, Nakamura-Berta enters this new chapter with increasing recognition across the motorsport paddock,…

Henry Mercier discusses American identity, support systems, and future goals in motorsport beyond F4.

Racing up the ladder | “It just felt right” — Henry Mercier on embracing a new chapter in British F4 with Chris Dittman Racing

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 days ago07 mins

Henry Mercier enters a new phase of his motorsport journey in 2026, as he returns to British F4 with Chris Dittmann Racing. After a rookie season that delivered both results and valuable lessons, Mercier now approaches the next chapter of his motorsport journey with greater clarity, renewed confidence, and a strong sense of direction. In…

Rocco Coronel leads 2026 Spanish F4 after Valencia opener, where he claimed two wins and edged Noah Monteiro in the early standings.

2026 | Spanish F4 | Valencia | Coronel takes early lead after Valencia double

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The 2026 Spanish F4 Championship opened with drama, penalties and sharp racing at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia. Right away, Vivek Kanthan showed outright speed by taking both pole positions. However, Rocco Coronel turned race pace and consistency into the biggest reward of the weekend. Coronel left the opening round with two victories and…

Walther leads 2026 F4 CEZ standings after dramatic Spielberg opener featuring four races, intense battles and multiple winners.

2026 | F4 CEZ | Round 1 | Spielberg | Walther leads the way after thrilling opener

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The 2026 F4 Central European Zone (CEZ) Championship launched in spectacular fashion at the Red Bull Ring, where a record-breaking grid created one of the most competitive weekends in the series’ history. With more than 40 drivers on the entry list, organisers introduced a split format featuring two qualifying sessions and four races. As a…

Caleb Campbell sweeps NOLA F4 US opener with three wins, leading standings after a dominant weekend ahead of Fourie.

2026 | F4 U.S. | NOLA Motorsport Park | Campbell dominates season opener with triple victory

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Caleb Campbell produced a flawless performance at the opening round of the Formula 4 United States (F4 U.S.) Championship at NOLA Motorsports Park. Over the course of the weekend, he converted strong race pace into three victories, immediately establishing himself as the driver to beat. 2026 F4 U.S. Free Practice sets the early pace To…

Juan Manuel Correa on his journey from karting to F4, and the skills, resilience and international success that he carries into Indy NXT.

Exclusive | From karting dreams in Ecuador to F4 in Europe — Correa on his foundations in motorsport

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Juan Manuel Correa’s journey through the junior racing ranks highlights both the ambition and challenges inherent in forging a professional motorsport career. Like many drivers, Correa began his motorsport journey in karting, where early success and natural talent laid the groundwork for a step up to F4 and a future in single-seaters. However, key moves…

Rafael Villagómez targets a stronger 2026 F2 season, highlighting adaptability, mental strength, and teamwork with Van Amersfoort Racing.

“Every weekend you learn something”: Villagómez on building momentum with Van Amersfoort Racing for 2026 F2 campaign

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago07 mins

Rafael Villagómez enters the 2026 F2 season with a clear mission: to capitalise on the breakthroughs he achieved in 2025. Last year, his performance peaked during the second half of the campaign, giving both himself and Van Amersfoort Racing tangible evidence of what he is capable of when preparation, pace, and strategy align. The 21-year-old…

Shane Chandaria has a journey from Kenya karting to F4 champion that reveals resilience, growth, and passion driving his rise in motorsport.

Racing up the ladder | “Just keep going, don’t give up”—Shane Chandaria on his early days in motorsport and the lessons learnt in Kenya and beyond

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 days ago08 mins

Like many young drivers emerging from non-traditional motorsport nations, like Kenya, Shane Chandaria has built his career through persistence, adaptability, and an unwavering belief in his own potential. From his early days in Kenya—where circuit racing infrastructure remains limited compared to Europe—to becoming the 2025 FIA Indian F4 champion, his rise reflects both determination and…

Schubert Motorsport wins 2026 Nürburgring ADAC Rundstrecken-Trophy (NLS3) as penalties shake up GT3 podium in a thrilling four-hour battle.

2026 NLS: Schubert Motorsport triumps as Mercedes penalty shakes up NLS3 podium

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

The 57th Adenauer ADAC Rundstrecken-Trophy delivered a gripping four-hour spectacle at the Nürburgring, where strategy, penalties, and relentless on-track battles defined 2026 NLS3. Schubert Motorsport claimed victory with their No. 77 BMW M4 GT3 EVO, overcoming intense pressure and capitalising on the costly penalty suffered by the pole-sitting KCMG Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo. Chaotic Qualifying sets…

ACO confirms new LMP2 regulations for 2028 with Gibson engines, cost control focus and long-term endurance racing role.

ACO confirms new-generation LMP2 regulations for 2028

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

According to Sportscar365, the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) has officially reaffirmed the introduction of a new generation of LMP2 machinery, set to debut in 2028 across its championships, including the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans. This announcement provides long-awaited clarity on the future of one of endurance racing’s most important categories. At the…