Karishma Persad, Author at Pit Debrief

Poland’s Good Speed Racing returns for the full 2026 International GT Open season with a new Aston Martin Vantage GT3 and fresh sponsors.

Good Speed Racing returs to International GT Open with Aston Martin for full 2026 campaign

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Polish outfit Good Speed Racing has announced its return to full-season competition in 2026, unveiling a revamped programme built around a brand-new Aston Martin Vantage GT3. The team confirmed the news on 7 March as it revealed its new car, sponsors, and driver line-up for the upcoming campaign. The team previously competed in the International…

Joshua Dürksen wins the 2026 F2 Australian GP Sprint Race in Melbourne, discussing overtakes, tyre strategy and championship hopes.

Dürksen confident after F2 Sprint Race win at Australian GP: “It’s just the best way to start the season”

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Joshua Dürksen began the 2026 F2 season with a statement performance in the Sprint Race at the Australian GP in Melbourne. The Invicta Racing driver delivered a controlled and confident display, combining decisive overtaking with strong tyre management to secure the first victory of the campaign. Starting from the front row of the reverse grid,…

Otmar Szafnauer praises Melbourne F3 Sprint Race one-two for VAR and urges the team to turn podium finishes into a regular target in 2026.

“Your objective needs to be the podium every time” – Szafnauer after VAR 1–2 in Melbourne F3 Sprint Race

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Van Amersfoort Racing CEO and Managing Partner Otmar Szafnauer praised his team after their dominant one-two finish in the F3 Sprint Race at the 2026 Australian GP. However, he also urged the team to convert the early success into consistent podium finishes throughout the 2026 season. Strong pace delivers one-two Sprint Race finish for VAR…

Brando Badoer reflects on his podium in the shortened 2026 F3 Australian GP Sprint Race, discussing his start, red flag reaction and season goals.

“A good start” – Badoer on maiden F3 podium after P3 in Australian GP Sprint Race

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Brando Badoer opened his 2026 F3 campaign with a podium finish in the Sprint Race at the Australian GP. The Rodin Motorsport driver secured third place after a strong opening lap before the race ended early due to a red flag. Van Amersfoort Racing drivers Bruno del Pino and Enzo Deligny claimed a dominant one-two…

Joshua Dürksen leads the early F2 standings after winning the 2026 Australian GP Sprint Race, ahead of Noel León and Alex Dunne.

2026 F2 Championship standings after the Australian GP Sprint Race

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Joshua Dürksen leads the 2026 F2 championship after securing victory in the Sprint Race at the Australian GP. The Invicta Racing driver produced a controlled performance at Albert Park, overtaking early leader Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak before managing the race from the front. As a result, Dürksen takes the early championship lead with 10 points heading into…

Del Pino leads the early F3 championship after a shortened Australian GP Sprint Race, while Campos’ Naël and Ugochukwu loom for Sunday.

2026 F3 Championship standings after the Australian GP Sprint Race

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Bruno del Pino leads the 2026 F3 championship after claiming victory in a shortened Sprint Race at the Australian GP. The Van Amersfoort Racing driver headed teammate Enzo Deligny to secure a dominant one-two finish for the team before a red flag halted the race prematurely. A heavy collision between PREMA teammates James Wharton and…

Bruno del Pino claimed victory in a shorted F3 Sprint Race at the 2026 Australian GP, with Wharton and Sharp out after a collision.

F3 | 2026 Australian GP | Sprint Race results

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Bruno del Pino led the opening Sprint Race of the 2026 F3 season at the Australian GP after starting on reverse-grid pole for Van Amersfoort Racing, with teammate Enzo Deligny alongside him. Del Pino made a strong start and held the lead into the opening laps, while early battles unfolded behind him. Rodin Motorsport’s Brando…

The 2026 Michelin 24H Series European season starts at Mugello with 31 cars, featuring top brands like Audi, Porsche, Ferrari, and Mercedes-AMG.

Michelin 24H Series European season to kick off at Mugello in 2026

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The 2026 Michelin 24H Series European season will get underway in just two weeks, as the legendary Mugello circuit in Tuscany, Italy, hosts the much-anticipated Michelin 12H Mugello. With 31 cars entered for the opening round, the race is set to be a thrilling spectacle, filled with intense multi-class battles and fierce competition. Major automotive…

Blackthorn Racing enters the 2026 International GT Open with an Aston Martin Vantage GT3 and a strong Pro-Am driver line-up.

Aston Martin returns to International GT Open grid in 2026 with Blackthorn Racing

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The 2026 International GT Open season will welcome a full-time return of Aston Martin Vantage GT3 machinery, with new entrant Blackthorn Racing confirming its participation. The team will field the British marque in the championship’s competitive Pro-Am class, marking a significant addition to the GT Open grid. Blackthorn Racing enters the series as a prestigious…

Walkenhorst Motorsport confirms two Aston Martin Vantage GT3 entries for the 2026 Nürburgring 24 led by factory drivers Thiim, Drudi and Krognes.

Aston Martin factory trio leads Walkenhorst Nürburgring 24 effort in 2026

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Walkenhorst Motorsport has confirmed its driver line-ups for the Nürburgring 24 Hours, with a trio of Aston Martin factory drivers returning for another attempt at victory in the endurance classic. Nicki Thiim, Mattia Drudi and Christian Krognes will once again share a Walkenhorst-entered Aston Martin Vantage GT3 at the Nordschleife. The three works drivers previously…