Pit Debrief

Mumbai Falcons Racing confirms Nakamura-Berta, Wheldon and Hanna for the 2026 FRME Trophy, fielding a formidable Formula Regional line-up.

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited confirms trio for FRME Trophy 2026

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited has officially announced Kean Nakamura-Berta, Salim Hanna and Sebastian Wheldon as its driver line-up for the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy. With this confirmation, the team underlines its ambition to contend at the front during the debut season of the new-generation Formula Regional car. Importantly, the line-up combines championship-winning…

Rafaël Pérard confirms his 2026 Eurocup-3 programme with Palou Motorsport, backed by PREMA Racing’s technical support.

Rafaël Pérard commits to Eurocup-3 with Palou Motorsport for 2026

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

Rafaël Pérard has confirmed his racing programme for the 2026 season, signing a one-year contract with Palou Motorsport to compete in Eurocup-3. The Frenchman steps up to the Spanish-based championship after an encouraging Formula 4 campaign, as Palou Motorsport strengthens its structure ahead of a major technical shift in the series. The announcement places Pérard…

Rashid Al Dhaheri will race with R-ace GP in the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy as the Mercedes-AMG F1 Junior steps up.

Rashid Al Dhaheri joins R-ace GP for 2026 FRME Trophy

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago02 mins

R-ace GP has confirmed Rashid Al Dhaheri as its first driver for the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East Trophy, immediately positioning itself as a front-running contender. The Emirati arrives with proven Formula Regional pedigree and backing from the Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 Junior Team, adding both speed and profile to the French squad’s winter programme. Home-region…

Pinnacle Motorsport confirms Alex Powell for FRME 2026

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

Pinnacle Motorsport has strengthened its Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) programme by confirming Alex Powell for the 2026 Trophy. The American-Jamaican driver steps up to Formula Regional after an impressive Formula 4 campaign, marking a key milestone in his career progression. Importantly, Powell will line up alongside 16-year-old Emirati-Swedish racer August Raber, forming a youthful…

G4 Racing confirms Roussel, Dupé and Severiukhin for FRME 2026, building a strong line-up for the debut of the new Formula Regional car.

G4 Racing completes strong three-driver line-up for FRME 2026

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

G4 Racing has further strengthened its commitment to the Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy or FRMET by confirming Andrea Dupé and Artem Severiukhin as drivers for the 2026 season. Together with previously announced Jules Roussel, the team now fields a complete and well-balanced three-driver line-up for the debut year of the new-generation Formula Regional…

Freddie Slater fights hard at Hampton Downs, defending relentlessly to secure a podium in Race 2 of the 2026 CTFROT opener.

“We had to fight quite hard for that one” – Slater reflects on CTFROT podium finish at Hampton Downs

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

Freddie Slater delivered a strong performance in Race 2 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) at Hampton Downs, climbing from sixth in the opening race to claim a well-earned third place. Driving for M2 Competition, the Kiwi showcased resilience, composure, and defensive skill on one of New Zealand’s most challenging circuits….

Ugo Ugochukwu claimed his second race victory at Hampton Downs in Round 1, winning the Dorothy Smith Memorial Cup for CTFROT 2026 Race 4.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 1 | Hampton Downs | Race 4 | Ugochukwu claims the Dorothy Smith Memorial Cup after a stellar Sunday

Shania Wallage4 months ago4 months ago02 mins

After securing pole position in the earlier Qualifying 2 session on Sunday, Ugo Ugochukwu lined up on the front row alongside Jin Nakamura for Race 4 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) at Hampton Downs. New Zealander Louis Sharp occupied the second row, with Kanato Le starting alongside him. Jack Taylor…

Zack Scoular claimed a controlled Race 2 win at Hampton Downs, completing a perfect start to CTFROT 2026 for mtec Motorsport and the Kiwis.

“So, yeah, it’s a positive start to the year” – Scoular delivers commanding 2026 CTFROT Race 2 triumph at Hampton Downs

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

Just hours after Louis Sharp secured victory in Race 1, mtec Motorsport continued its dominant start to the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) at Hampton Downs with Zack Scoular taking a commanding win in Race 2. The reverse-grid format placed Scoular on the front row, giving him an opportunity to seize the…

Louis Sharp opened his 2026 CTFROT campaign with a controlled Race 1 win at Hampton Downs after resisting relentless pressure from Ugo Ugochukwu.

“So it was definitely not easy, but we got the job done, and that’s what counts” — Sharp reflects on Race 1 on opening 2026 CTFROT weekend at Hampton Downs

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

Louis Sharp could scarcely have asked for a stronger opening to his 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) campaign at Hampton Downs. The New Zealander converted a front-row start into a decisive Race 1 victory, executing a clean launch from second on the grid and controlling the contest from the moment the lights…

August Raber joins Pinnacle Motorsport for 2026 FRME, stepping up from British F4 with wins and podiums at Yas Marina.

Pinnacle Motorsport confirms August Raber for 2026 FRME campaign

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago02 mins

Pinnacle Motorsport has announced August Raber as its first confirmed driver for the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Championship. The 16-year-old Swedish driver will step up to the series following a strong campaign in British Formula 4. Raber will make his FRME debut when the championship begins at Yas Marina Circuit on 16–18 January….