Karishma Persad, Author at Pit Debrief

Van Amersfoort and Trident bosses Brad Joyce and Giacomo Ricci discussed online abuse in F3 in 2025.

“Not an easy question to answer” — F3 team bosses Joyce and Ricci reflect on the complexity of online abuse in 2025

Karishma Persad12 months ago1 year ago05 mins

The digital world has become an integral part of modern sport, connecting fans and stakeholders in ways previously unimaginable. However, alongside these benefits lies a growing concern: the escalating crisis of online abuse. Motorsport, like many other global sporting disciplines, is not immune. In a recent virtual media event attended by Pit Debrief, Van Amersfoort…

Read Full News

Xcel Motorsport’s Patrick Heuzenroeder GB3 2025

Heuzenroeder ready to fight back in 2025 GB3 title battle at Donington Park

Karishma Persad12 months ago12 months ago03 mins

Xcel Motorsport’s Patrick Heuzenroeder saw his 2025 GB3 title hopes take a heavy blow during the final race at Brands Hatch in August. The Australian had fought his way from ninth on the grid to seventh place, only to be nudged out of contention at Stirling’s with just a few laps remaining. With Alex Ninovic…

Read Full News

Ernesto Rivera, Red Bull Junior Team, to race with Campos Racing in F3 in 2026

Ernesto Rivera to race in F3 with Campos Racing in 2026

Karishma Persad12 months ago12 months ago04 mins

Campos Racing has officially confirmed that Ernesto Rivera, currently competing in the 2025 Eurocup-3 Championship, will continue his upward trajectory with the team, making the leap to the FIA F3 Championship in 2026. The 16-year-old Mexican driver, a Red Bull Junior Team member, becomes the second driver named in the reigning champion squad’s line-up, joining…

Read Full News

Bruno Michel, F2 and F3 CEO, on Formula 3 Prize Fund

CEO Bruno Michel on F3 prize fund: A long-term boost to F2 progression

Karishma Persad12 months ago12 months ago06 mins

Formula 3 will introduce a one-million-euro prize fund from the 2025 season, paid to the top five finishers in the standings. The champion earns €300,000, second and third receive €250,000 and €200,000, and fourth and fifth take €150,000 and €100,000. Crucially, recipients must graduate to Formula 2 the following year to unlock their award; if…

Read Full News

GB3 unveils provisional 2026 calendar, with Red Bull Ring and Barcelona set to feature

Karishma Persad12 months ago12 months ago02 mins

The GB3 Championship, partnered by the BRDC, has confirmed a refreshed 2026 schedule that expands its Formula One footprint and sharpens its international profile. Moreover, the Red Bull Ring joins the roster for the first time, while the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya secures the season finale. Consequently, the series retains its eight-round, 24-race structure and continues…

Read Full News

F3 2025 | Season Review | Nicola Marinangeli

Karishma Persad12 months ago12 months ago05 mins

In February 2025, AIX Racing announced the signing of Nicola Marinangeli for the FIA F3 Championship. The Italian driver, who described his partnership with the team as an honour, arrived with optimism despite an unusual career trajectory. After two years away from open-wheel competition, he had found modest success in sportscar racing, highlighted by a…

Read Full News

Cian Shields, F2, AIX Racing, Confirmed for 2026

Cian Shields to stay with AIX Racing for 2026 F2 season

Karishma Persad12 months ago12 months ago02 mins

AIX Racing have confirmed that Cian Shields will remain with the team for a second season in the 2026 FIA F2 Championship. The 20-year-old, currently in the midst of a difficult rookie campaign, will return in 2026 with hopes of turning lessons into results. Learning through a tough rookie year So far in 2025, Shields…

Read Full News

Esteban Ocon, MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, Thursday, 2025 Azerbaijan GP, on stewarding in F1

Esteban Ocon on F1 rules and stewarding: “We can’t really complain”

Karishma Persad12 months ago12 months ago06 mins

Ahead of the 2025 F1 Azerbaijan GP, Esteban Ocon, currently in his first season with MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, weighed in on the ongoing conversation surrounding racing guidelines and stewarding consistency in Formula 1. Speaking to the written media ahead of the Baku weekend, Ocon, a seasoned F1 driver, shared his honest views on the…

Read Full News

Michelin 24H Series unveils 2026 European calendar with Nürburgring debut alongside Mugello, Spa, Paul Ricard and Barcelona.

Creventic reveals exciting 24H calendar for 2026

Karishma Persad12 months ago5 months ago04 mins

Creventic has officially unveiled the 2026 Michelin 24H Series European calendar, introducing an exciting blend of tradition and innovation. Most notably, the addition of Germany’s Nürburgring Grand Prix Circuit marks a significant highlight in a five-round schedule designed to challenge teams and captivate fans. Announced on the eve of the 2025 season finale at Circuit…

Read Full News

FIA launches global task force to address rising motorsport insurance costs

Karishma Persad12 months ago12 months ago04 mins

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has launched a dedicated task force to tackle the escalating challenges surrounding global motorsport insurance. Spearheaded by FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem and co-led by the organisation’s Secretary Generals for Sport and Mobility, the initiative seeks to bring much-needed clarity and action to a pressing issue threatening the sustainability…

Read Full News