Shania Wallage, Author at Pit Debrief

Nakamura-Berta claimed the Race 1 victory for the 2026 FREC Speilberg round, after fighting back and forth with Al Dhaheri.

2026 | FREC | Spielberg | Race 1 | Nakamura-Berta takes the first race victory of the 2026 FREC season

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After a back and forth battle with Rashid Al Dhaheri, Kean Nakamura-Berta took the Race 1 victory in the 2026 FREC Championship in Spielberg. In Friday’s Qualifying 1 session of the Formula Regional European Championship, Nakamura-Berta secured the first pole position of the 2026 season, topping both qualifying groups with a benchmark lap of 1:25.765….

CTFROT will introduce a new Gen 2 car for the 2027 season, marking a major step forward in performance, technology and driver opportunities.

New Gen 2 car confirmed for CTFROT in 2027

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Toyota Gazoo Racing New Zealand, with backing from Toyota Gazoo Racing Global Motorsport, has confirmed it will introduce a brand-new Gen 2 Formula Regional car for the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) from 2027. The new chassis will replace the Toyota FT-60, which has been used in the championship since 2020. TGRNZ will…

Piastri shares how drivers influenced the latest 2026 F1 regulation changes, discussing qualifying challenges and safety concerns.

Piastri discusses the recent 2026 F1 regulation changes ahead of the Miami Grand Prix

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At a media session at McLaren Technology Centre, Oscar Piastri offered insight into the role drivers played in shaping recent 2026 F1 regulation changes with the FIA, and how those discussions could continue throughout the season. Speaking candidly at Woking, Piastri explained that much of the feedback process came through the collective voice of the…

Martinus Stenshorne’s discusses karting roots, racecraft, and the role of simulator work in his development for his 2026 Rodin F2 season.

Stenshorne opens up on setup, racecraft and preparation ahead of his 2026 Rodin F2 season

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The journey through the junior ranks is rarely straightforward, but for Martinius Stenshorne, it’s one being shaped by a clear understanding of car balance, racecraft, and preparation as he heads into his 2026 F2 season with Rodin Motorsport. He opened up on the key elements behind his development, from how he likes his car to…

Joanne Ciconte during the 2025 F1 Academy season.

Exclusive: Ciconte on F1 Academy’s growth and the influence of Maya Weug and Susie Wolff

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Australian rising talent Joanne Ciconte has reflected on the impact of her 2025 F1 Academy season, highlighting how much she learned from those around her, the role her teammates played in her development, and the growth the series has experienced, inspiring young female drivers across the world. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief ahead…

With Spielberg setting the scene for Round 1 of the 2026 FREC season, check out the full preview ahead of the weekend.

2026 | FREC | Spielberg | Preview | What to expect for the first round of the 2026 season

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The Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) gets its 2026 season underway at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, with the opening round forming part of the DTM support bill. Set against the backdrop of the Styrian hills, it’s a circuit that always delivers—and as a season opener, it doesn’t take long to expose who’s ready…

Andrea Stella reflects on McLaren’s challenging start to 2026 F1 season, detailing power unit issues and key upgrades ahead of Miami.

Andrea Stella explains McLaren’s mixed bag start to the 2026 F1 season and outlines upgrade plan

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McLaren have endured a mixed bag of performance in their 2026 Formula 1 (F1) campaign, with Andrea Stella offering a candid reflection on the team’s early-season struggles. At this point last year, McLaren were sitting comfortably on 111 points after Round 3. In contrast, they have managed just 46 points over the same period in…

Joanne Ciconte during 2026 Kyojo Cup test.

Exclusive: From grassroots to F1 Academy: Ciconte’s journey to the global stage

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Joanne Ciconte may have been the youngest driver on the 2025 F1 Academy grid, but she came a long way from where she began in regional and national competitions back home in Australia. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, the young Australian detailed her early beginnings in karting, rapid progression through the ranks at…

Noah Strømsted returns for his second season in the F3 Championship in 2026 with TRIDENT, looking to build on a strong rookie campaign.

Strømsted targeting qualifying results with TRIDENT in 2026 F3 season

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Noah Strømsted returns for his second season in the FIA Formula 3 (F3) Championship in 2026 with TRIDENT, looking to build on a strong rookie campaign. In 2025, the Danish driver finished P6 in the Drivers’ Championship with 84 points, highlighted by a breakthrough moment at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, where he claimed his maiden…

Round 3 of the 2026 F1 season has been completed at the Japanese GP at the Suzuka Circuit, view the full standings here.

2026 F1 standings after the Japanese GP

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Round 3 of the 2026 F1 season has been completed at the Japanese GP at the Suzuka Circuit, view the full standings here. Piastri taking the lead at the start Starting from P3, McLaren’s Oscar Piastri made a superb launch to overtake both Kimi Antonelli and George Russell, taking the lead on the opening lap….