Karishma Persad, Author at Pit Debrief

Ryan Wood snatches late pole at Taupo in Qualifying 1 as Ugochukwu and Scoular close in for Round 2 of the 2026 CTFROT.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 2 | Taupo | Qualifying 1 | Wood delivers late lap to claim pole for Race 1

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Ryan Wood claimed pole position for the opening race of Round 2 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT)after a dramatic Qualifying 1 session at Taupo International Motorsport Park. Following an already impressive Friday, the mtec Motorsport driver confirmed his status as the man to beat with a blistering final flying lap…

Zhuhai joins 2026 SRO GT Cup calendar as five-event season opens at Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai.

SRO GT Cup confirms five-event schedule for 2026 with Zhuhai joining the calendar

Karishma Persad2 months ago1 week ago02 mins

The second season of the SRO GT Cup will feature five events and nine races in 2026, with Zhuhai International Circuit joining the calendar. Once again, the championship begins in support of the Formula 1 Heineken Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai International Circuit in mid-March. However, organisers have introduced notable changes elsewhere on the schedule,…

Ford confirms Hypercar drivers and a 5.4-litre naturally aspirated V8 as preparations intensify for its ambitious 2027 WEC return.

Ford reveals drivers and V8 engine for 2027 WEC Hypercar programme

Karishma Persad2 months ago1 week ago05 mins

Ford has taken another major step toward its return to the top class of endurance racing. The manufacturer has confirmed the first drivers for its forthcoming FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar programme while revealing key technical details about the 2027 Ford Racing entry. The announcements came during the brand’s annual Season Launch event at…

TFT Racing secures 2026 Dubai 24H Qualifying pole as Benjamin Paque shines in historic GT3 shoot-out amid fierce multi-class battles.

24H Series Middle East | 24H Dubai | Qualifying | TFT Racing storms to pole in historic GT3 shoot-out

Karishma Persad2 months ago17 hours ago04 mins

TFT Racing secured a landmark pole position for the Michelin 24H Dubai, as Benjamin Paque produced a stunning lap in the series’ first-ever GT3 ‘Top 10 Shoot-Out’. Consequently, the Belgian driver placed the Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO firmly at the front of the grid. Paque’s decisive lap of 1m55.597 seconds proved untouchable. Not only did it…

Ryan Wood tops two Taupo practice sessions as Wharton and Slater close in ahead of Round 2 of the 2026 CTFROT.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 2 | Taupo | Practice | Wood sets the early pace amid mixed conditions and disruptions

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Ryan Wood laid down a clear marker ahead of Round 2 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) by topping two of Friday’s three practice sessions at Taupo. In doing so, the mtec Motorsport driver underlined his intent to bounce back strongly after his premature exit from the final feature race at…

Jordan Pepper begins his BMW GT3 journey, focusing on adaptation, learning from teammates, and long-term career growth.

Pepper embarks on fresh chapter with BMW in 2026 with eyes on long-term future

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Jordan Pepper has urged realism as he begins his BMW factory career, stressing that instant dominance remains unrealistic when switching manufacturers. While speaking to Sportscar365, the South African GT star made clear that adaptation, not expectation, defines his mindset as he steps into the BMW M4 GT3 EVO, noting that “it’s not like you hop…

Kyojo Cup champion Rio Shimono steps up to FR Japan with Dr. Dry while committing to defend her title in 2026.

Kyojo Cup champion Rio Shimono earns FR Japan promotion with Dr. Dry for 2026

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Rio Shimono will step up to the Formula Regional (FR) Japanese Championship in 2026, joining Dr. Dry for her first campaign at regional single-seater level. The move follows a commanding title-winning season in the Kyojo Cup, where she established herself as one of the most successful drivers in the series’ history. At 25 years old,…

Nielsen Racing rebrands its Euroformula Open programme as Northstar Racing for 2026 after a strong debut season with wins and podiums.

Nielsen Racing rebrands Euroformula programme as Northstar Racing ahead of 2026

Karishma Persad2 months ago1 week ago03 mins

British outfit Nielsen Racing has announced that its Formula 3 programme will compete under a new identity, Northstar Racing, beginning with the upcoming 2026 Euroformula Open season. The rebrand follows a highly successful debut year for the team in the Euroformula Open during 2025. After making an immediate impact in its first single-seater campaign, the…

Ferdinand Habsburg returns to Alpine for a third WEC Hypercar season in 2026 as he targets more success after Fuji victory.

Ferdinand Habsburg returns for third Alpine campaign in 2026 WEC Hypercar

Karishma Persad2 months ago1 week ago04 mins

Ferdinand Habsburg will compete with the Alpine Endurance Team for a third consecutive season in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) Hypercar category in 2026. The experienced Austrian aims to build on a breakthrough campaign with the French manufacturer last year. Habsburg has become a familiar presence in the endurance racing paddock since joining the…

Argentinian teenager Renzo Barbuy joins TC Racing for its Eurocup-3 debut ahead of the new Dallara 326 era

Renzo Barbuy set for 2026 Eurocup-3 debut with TC Racing

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

TC Racing has confirmed the signing of Renzo Barbuy as its first driver for the revamped Eurocup-3 Championship, marking a major step for both the team and the young Argentinian prospect. At just 16 years old, Barbuy will take on his first European campaign after progressing from Formula 4 Brazil, one of South America’s toughest…