Pit Debrief

Jin Nakamura explains the differences between driving in FRECA to F3 ahead of his 2026 season in FIA Formula 3.

“I’m looking forward to it”: Nakamura on his 2026 rookie season in F3 with Hitech

Shania Wallage3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Jin Nakamura heads into the 2026 FIA F3 season with significant momentum after an impressive campaign in the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT), and having previous experience in Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA). During a recent virtual media session attended by Pit Debrief, the Japanese driver reflected on the lessons gained…

Fernando Barrichello resets mentally and targets “special stuff” with AIX Racing ahead of the 2026 FIA F3 season.

Barrichello targets “very special stuff” as AIX Racing 2026 F3 campaign gathers momentum

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago09 mins

The 2026 FIA Formula 3 season represents a pivotal step in the career of Fernando Barrichello as he prepares for his first full F3 campaign with AIX Racing. After making his debut at the 2025 finale in Monza and completing three post-season tests in Jerez, Barcelona and Imola, the Brazilian now approaches the new year…

James Wharton previews his 2026 F3 season with PREMA, calling it the “strongest” grid yet and stressing consistency and qualifying as key.

Wharton ready for “super tough” 2026 F3 season as he returns home to PREMA

Shania Wallage3 weeks ago3 weeks ago06 mins

After gaining valuable mileage in Formula 2 and heading into his second FIA Formula 3 campaign, James Wharton believes F3 in 2026 could be the toughest season yet, but one he feels more prepared than ever for with PREMA Racing. With a strengthened grid, a return to familiar surroundings, and a clear focus on consistency,…

Rodin Motorsport Team Manager Sam Waple is ready for the team to tackle the 2026 F3 season after promising results in the pre-season.

Rodin Motorsport aims to carry momentum into 2026 F3 season after intensive winter preparations

Shania Wallage3 weeks ago4 weeks ago04 mins

Rodin Motorsport Team Manager Sam Waple says their Formula 3 line up is entering the 2026 season stronger than they were at the end of 2025, following an intensive winter programme and a productive F3 pre-season test in Barcelona. The Farnham-based outfit completed 559 laps across three days in Spain, with all three drivers, Pedro…

Ricci reflects on Trident’s strong F3 pre-season test in Barcelona and expects an even closer fight as the season begins in Melbourne

Ricci confident in Trident’s form as tightening F3 fight looms

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein3 weeks ago4 weeks ago04 mins

Trident Team Manager Giacomo Ricci believes the competition in the FIA F3 Championship could intensify this season, but ended pre-season testing feeling confident about his squad’s form. After three productive days in Barcelona, the Italian team displayed strong pace from the start. Freddie Slater topped the times on the first two days and stayed within…

Hitech Team Manager Paul Bellringer is confident about the team's prospects for the 2026 F3 season after a productive pre-season in Barcelona.

Bellringer confident after 2026 F3 Barcelona tests bring confidence for Hitech ahead of Melbourne opener

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago04 mins

Hitech Team Manager Paul Bellringer expressed his satisfaction with the team’s 2026 F3 pre-season efforts, noting that the three-day Barcelona test provided valuable experience for both drivers and the team as a whole. With new rookie drivers, Jin Nakamura and Fionn McLaughlin, joining the experienced Tim Tramnitz, Bellringer believes they are in a strong position…

VAR's Hiyu Yamakoshi ahead of the 2026 F3 season.

Yamakoshi highlights benefits of continuity with VAR, aims to maximise every weekend in 2026 F3 season

Yi Xing Lim4 weeks ago4 weeks ago04 mins

Van Amersfoort Racing’s (VAR) Hiyu Yamakoshi heads into the 2026 F3 season with familiarity and confidence. The Japanese driver continues with the team after spending last season with them in the Formula Regional European Championship (FREC), where he finished 9th in the Drivers’ Standings. This year, the 19 year-old will partner returning driver Bruno del…

Tuukka Taponen ahead of the F3 2026 season with MP Motorsport

“Consistency will be key”: Taponen sets sights on strong 2026 F3 campaign with MP Motorsport

Camilla Bianca Trentin4 weeks ago4 weeks ago03 mins

Tuukka Taponen, a member of the Ferrari Driver Academy, enters a new phase of his career for the upcoming 2026 FIA F3 Championship with MP Motorsport. Taponen performed well in his first full season in Formula 3 last year finishing 9th in the Drivers’ Championship with three podium finishes. Speaking during a recent virtual media…

Gerrard Xie targets growth and improved competitiveness with DAMS Lucas Oil in his second F3 season in 2026.

Xie confident that DAMS unity and winter pace will fuel 2026 F3 progress

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago1 month ago03 mins

Gerrard Xie enters his second campaign in the FIA Formula 3 Championship determined to build on the foundations of his rookie year. After contesting the 2025 F3 season with Hitech TGR, Xie now embarks on a fresh chapter with DAMS Lucas Oil in 2026. As the reigning 2022 F4 Chinese champion and a driver with…

AIX Racing Team Manager Kenny Kirwan reflects on a productive 2026 F3 pre-season test in Barcelona, with a focus on consistency and development ahead of Melbourne.

Kirwan believes consistency will “pay off” for AIX in 2026 F3 season after “productive” Barcelona tests

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago05 mins

AIX Racing Team Manager Kenny Kirwan expressed satisfaction with his team’s Barcelona pre-season efforts, highlighting the importance of getting the drivers up to speed ahead of the 2026 F3 season. With a successful test at Barcelona, Kirwan believes the team is in a good position as they prepare for the first race in Melbourne. Productive…