Pit Debrief

Patrick Heuzenroeder is set to fill in for injured Ernesto Rivera at the opening round of the FIA Formula 3 (F3) 2026 season at Campos .

Heuzenroeder to make 2026 F3 debut for Campos Racing, stepping in for injured Rivera on home soil

Shania Wallage2 months ago2 months ago02 mins

Australian racing prospect Patrick Heuzenroeder will make his FIA Formula 3 (F3) Championship debut with Campos Racing at the opening round of the 2026 season, stepping in for Ernesto Rivera. Heuzenroeder replaces Rivera after the Mexican driver sustained a back injury during Round 4 of the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Championship (CTFROT) in New…

Kanato Le outlines rookie mindset, ART continuity and title ambition as he prepares for his 2026 F3 debut season.

Continuity and confidence key for Le ahead of 2026 F3 campaign with ART Grand Prix

Karishma Persad2 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Kanato Le enters his debut campaign in the FIA Formula 3 Championship determined to translate preparation into performance. After building experience across karting, F4, GB3 and Formula Regional competition, Le now steps into F3 with ART Grand Prix for 2026. Having already worked with ART in previous campaigns, Le benefits from valuable continuity at a…

José Garfias with fellow drivers during PREMA Racing FIA F3 pre-season testing, October 15, 2025, Barcelona

After late switch, Garfias says PREMA F3 2026 move is “a bit of a surprise”

Camilla Bianca Trentin2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Mexican driver José Garfias is preparing for a new chapter in his career. He will step up to the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Championship with PREMA Racing. After gaining experience in the junior single-seater ranks, Garfias now turns his attention to F3. However, he faces a shorter preparation window than expected. Speaking during a media…

Ugo Ugochukwu eyes the 2026 F3 Drivers’ Championship with Campos Racing after a confidence-boosting winter.

Ugochukwu targets Drivers’ title in 2026 F3 campaign with Campos Racing

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Ugo Ugochukwu prepares for his second F3 season determined to convert potential into a sustained 2026 title challenge. After flashes of front-running speed in his rookie campaign, the American now returns with Campos Racing aiming to fight consistently at the front of the FIA Formula 3 Championship standings. The 18-year-old secured two Sprint Race podiums…

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 Wallage2 months ago2 months 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 Persad2 months ago2 months 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 Wallage2 months ago2 months 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 Wallage2 months ago3 months 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 Hobein2 months ago3 months 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 Persad3 months ago3 months 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…