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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 Persad14 minutes ago14 minutes ago05 mins 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 Wallage25 minutes ago25 minutes ago02 mins 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 Persad57 minutes ago57 minutes ago04 mins 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 Persad1 hour ago1 hour ago07 mins 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 hours ago4 hours ago02 mins 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….

Ugo Ugochukwu takes the victory of the CTFROT 2026 Hampton Downs Race 3, leading from the front for the majority of the race.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 1 | Hampton Downs | Race 3 | Ugochukwu claims the race victory

Shania Wallage4 hours ago4 hours ago03 mins mins

After previously securing pole position in Qualifying 2 earlier, Ugo Ugochukwu went on to claim a commanding victory in Race 3 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) at Hampton Downs. Starting from the second row, Ugochukwu made a superb launch off the line, overtaking Ernesto Rivera in the opening phase before…

Trident signs Indian racer Kai Daryanani for FRME and FREC after a strong 2025 GB3 season with two podiums.

Kai Daryanani steps up to FRME and FREC with Trident in 2026

Karishma Persad4 hours ago4 hours ago02 mins mins

Trident Motorsport has announced Kai Daryanani as its latest driver for the Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy and the Formula Regional European Championship (FREC). The Middle East series begins this coming weekend at Yas Marina, marking Daryanani’s first competitive outing with the Italian squad. The 20-year-old Indian racer will line up alongside Andrija Kostić…

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - JANUARY 10: Third placed Oliver Rowland of Great Britain and Nissan Formula E Team celebrates on the podium during the Mexico City E-Prix at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on January 10, 2026 in Mexico City, Mexico.

Rowland pleased with recovery to P3 after chaotic Mexico City E-Prix

Karishma Persad5 hours ago4 hours ago04 mins mins

After securing P2 in the Season 12 opener in São Paulo, Oliver Rowland, the reigning Formula E World Champion carried that momentum into Mexico City, navigating an intense Qualifying session and a fractured, incident-filled race to claim his second podium of the season with a hard-earned P3 finish. At a circuit known for punishing the…

In a bid to lead the Formula E Championship fight, Nick Cassidy brings home the win for Citroën at the Mexico City E-Prix!

Formula E | Mexico City E-Prix | Race | Cassidy brings Citroën their first win

Chiara Martin7 hours ago7 hours ago05 mins mins

The stage was set for the second Formula E race of Season 12 at the Mexico City E-Prix, after an intense Qualifying session. Envision’s Sébastien Buemi seized his 17th Formula E pole position in dramatic fashion at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. The Swiss driver defeated DS Penske’s Taylor Barnard in a controversial final where the…

Day two at Hampton Downs saw Ugo Ugochukwu dominate Qualifying 2 and secure pole for the 2026 CTFROT Dorothy Smith Memorial Cup.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 1 | Hampton Downs | Qualifying 2 | Ugochukwu dominates Qualifying 2 to secure pole for Dorothy Smith Memorial Cup

Karishma Persad7 hours ago7 hours ago03 mins mins

Day two of racing at Hampton Downs opened with the second Qualifying session of Round 1 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT). After an ultra-close Qualifying 1 and two fiercely contested races on Saturday, the fight for pole position for the Dorothy Smith Memorial Cup remained wide open. As a result,…