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Boutsen VDS finalises 2026 GTWC Europe Gold Cup line-up
Boutsen VDS has finalised its 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS campaign by confirming that Gilles Magnus, Robin Knutsson and Alessandro Ghiretti will share the #10 Porsche 911 GT3 R. The Belgian squad had already unveiled its full Pro line-up and confirmed that both cars will carry backing from D’Ieteren Luxury Performance….
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Alpine completes key pre-season tests as upgraded A424 shows promise ahead of 2026 WEC campaign
Alpine has taken another important step in its FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) preparations after completing a successful pre-season test with its upgraded A424 Hypercar at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve. Since making its debut in the championship’s top-tier Hypercar category in 2024, the A424 has already delivered several key milestones for the French manufacturer….
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MP Motorsport determined to be front-runners in the 2026 F2 season
MP Motorsport head into their 2026 F2 season determined to bounce back after a year that fell short of expectations. Despite strong individual performances, the team finished fifth in the Teams’ Championship, a result Team Manager Jeremy Cotterill described as an underachievement. With ambitions firmly set on reclaiming the titles they last won in 2022,…
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Russell expects Verstappen to be in 2026 F1 title fight
Having finished the 2025 F1 championship in fourth place, George Russell expressed his optimism and excitement for the upcoming season after wrapping up the 2026 shakedown at Barcelona, Spain. Russell on challenging the main protagonists of recent F1 seasons During the 2025 season, many teams’ focus had already shifted to the new regulations coming. Rumours…
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SRO GT Academy winner Gaspard Simon steps up to 2026 GTWC Sprint Cup with Walkenhorst Motorsport
SRO GT Academy winner Gaspard Simon will take a decisive step in his career this season as he graduates from Championnat de France FFSA GT to the 2026 GTWC Europe Sprint Cup with Walkenhorst Motorsport. The 19-year-old begins his 2026 campaign at Brands Hatch on 2/3 May before racing at Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli,…
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Wolff and Horner hit back over F1 2026 engine loophole accusations
Toto Wolff has urged competitors to concentrate on improving their own cars rather than questioning the legality of the Mercedes power unit, insisting the design complies fully with the regulations as debate continues over a contentious interpretation of the F1 2026 engine rules. Since late 2025, speculation has been swirling that at least two power…
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Mick Schumacher discusses first IndyCar oval test at Homestead-Miami Speedway
Mick Schumacher has completed his first IndyCar oval test this Wednesday at the Homestead-Miami Speedway. Schumacher will make his debut in IndyCar in 2026. And thus one of the new challenges the German driver will face is racing on ovals. Plenty of learning to do The son of seven-time F1 world champion Michael Schumacher tested…
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Villagómez stays with VAR for 2026 F2 season
Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) have confirmed that Rafael Villagómez will remain with the team for the 2026 F2 season. It means every seat in the field has been confirmed for the year ahead. Rafael Villagómez and VAR continue a long relationship heading into the 2026 F2 season Since 2021 in the Euroformula Open, the 24-year-old…
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Norris shares perspective on upcoming 2026 F1 season following regulation changes
McLaren’s Lando Norris has discussed his thoughts on the 2026 F1 cars following the new regulations kicking in, as well as how competitive he thinks the field will be for the upcoming season. Last week every team other than Williams, took part in the Barcelona shakedown at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. This was one of…
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Emma Felbermayr set to return to F1 Academy grid with Audi in 2026
Emma Felbermayr is set to return to the F1 Academy grid in 2026, representing the iconic Audi brand with Rodin Motorsport. The Austrian heads into her second season after a solid rookie campaign, having finished 10th in the Drivers’ Standings with 37 points and a race win to her name. The 19 year-old completes Rodin…