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CTFROT 2026: Standings after Round 4: Ugochukwu claims Drivers’ title as M2 Competion tops Teams’ Championship
The curtain has fallen on the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT), and the final standings after Round 4 at Highlands Motorsport Park confirm a season defined by sustained pressure, strategic execution and depth across both championships. After four intense rounds and 14 races, Ugo Ugochukwu emerges as Drivers’ Champion, while M2 Competition…
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“It means so much”: Scoular reflects on family and team support as he ends single-seater career with 2026 New Zealand Grand Prix glory
Victory in the 70th New Zealand Grand Prix marked the emotional high point of a demanding 2026 CTFROT campaign and a career-defining moment in one of motorsport’s most historic events for mtec Motorsport’s Zack Scoular. After a season shaped by strong pace but repeated setbacks, the mtec Motorsport driver delivered a measured, mature performance when…
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Ugochukwu crowned CTFROT 2026 champion after consistent title campaign
After four weeks of racing across four different circuits around New Zealand, Ugo Ugochukwu has been crowned the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) Champion. He sealed the title with M2 Competition following a dominant campaign that included four race victories. The American wrapped up the championship after the 70th New Zealand Grand…
![Italian outfit BVM Racing has confirmed Alessandro Famularo as another driver in its line-up for the upcoming Euroformula Open season. The announcement follows the Venezuelan driver’s promising debut with the team at the end of the 2025 campaign. After competing in the final three rounds of the championship, Famularo demonstrated strong consistency and secured points in every race he entered. With the new agreement, the 22-year-old will now contest the entire season with the Italian squad. Strong Impression in late 2025 debut earns Famularo 2026 Euroformula Open return with BVM Famularo joined BVM Racing for the closing stages of the 2025 season and quickly adapted to the championship. Over the three rounds he contested, he scored points in all nine races. His most notable performance came during the final event at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, where he achieved a fourth-place finish in Race 3. The result marked his best performance of the season and confirmed his potential within the series. Those consistent results convinced both driver and team to continue their collaboration into the new season. Returning to European single-seaters and the determination to represent Venezuela Famularo already has experience in European formula racing. Earlier in his career, he competed in the Formula Regional European Championship and also made an appearance in the FIA Formula 3 Championship during the 2022 season. (Wikipedia) However, a lack of financial backing forced the Venezuelan driver to step away from full-time competition for a period. He eventually returned to racing in 2025 and began rebuilding momentum in his career. His performances with BVM Racing during the closing rounds of the Euroformula Open season demonstrated that he had successfully regained his competitive form. Famularo emphasised that perseverance and determination helped him overcome the challenges that interrupted his career. “I never gave up on my dream, even when people were saying it was impossible, and continued preparing myself with all determination. I’m happy to be back racing, thanks to the support of the sensational Furia Team [a sportsmen management company investing in Venezuelan talents]. The coming season is a challenge and a strategic step in our objective, to have Venezuela represented again at the highest level of motor racing.” The Venezuelan driver receives support from Furia Team, which invests in developing racing talent from the country. BVM looking ahead to 2026 with expanded line-up BVM Racing continues to build its driver roster for the 2026 season and could field up to four cars in the championship. The team has already confirmed Mexican prospect Javier Herrera, who steps up after a strong rookie campaign in Formula 4. With Famularo now returning for a full campaign, the Italian squad strengthens its line-up with a driver who already understands the team and the championship. By contesting the entire championship, he will have the opportunity to translate that experience into stronger results across the calendar. For BVM Racing, the continuation of this partnership adds continuity to the team’s programme and increases its chances of remaining a competitive force in the Euroformula Open paddock.](https://www.pitdebrief.com/wp-content/uploads/famu-2-600x400.jpg "Alessandro Famularo returns to BVM Racing for 2026 Euroformula Open")
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Alessandro Famularo returns to BVM Racing for 2026 Euroformula Open
Italian outfit BVM Racing has confirmed Alessandro Famularo as another driver in its line-up for the upcoming Euroformula Open season. The announcement follows the Venezuelan driver’s promising debut with the team at the end of the 2025 campaign. After competing in the final three rounds of the championship, Famularo demonstrated strong consistency and secured points…
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Team WRT confirms title defence with Weerts and van der Linde with Pepper joining Endurance line-up
Team WRT will defend its Sprint Cup and overall drivers’ crowns in the 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe season with an unchanged pairing of Charles Weerts and Kelvin van der Linde. The duo will once again spearhead the Belgian squad’s Pro campaign, while newly appointed BMW factory driver Jordan Pepper strengthens the line-up for…
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“Really looking forward to this season”: Antonelli prepares for F1 2026
Kimi Antonelli sets his sights on his second Formula 1 season in 2026 with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team after an impressive, learning-heavy rookie campaign. The Italian driver placed 7th in the 2025 Drivers’ Standings with 150 points, making him the highest-placed rookie. His campaign includes 15 Grand Prix point finishes, three podiums, a maiden…
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Toto Wolff shares excitement ahead of 2026 F1 season
Earlier today, the Mercedes AMG F1 Team held its digital 2026 F1 season launch, where Team Principal and CEO Toto Wolff shared his excitement about putting the W17’s competitiveness to the test once the new season starts, as well as about the 2026 F1 regulations, which he feels will contribute to the sport’s popularity. The 2026…
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Kyuho Lee steps up to 2026 GB3 Championship with Elite Motorsport
South Korean teenager Kyuho Lee will make his GB3 Championship debut this season after signing with Elite Motorsport. The 17-year-old takes the next step in his career following a rapid rise through international karting and Formula 4 competition. Lee entered car racing in 2025 and delivered an impressive first season. He scored multiple top-10 finishes…
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VeeKay: Consistent top 5s a “priority” in 2026 IndyCar season
The Streets of St. Pete on March 1st 2026 will mark the start of season number seven in IndyCar for Juncos Hollinger Racing’s Rinus VeeKay. And he’s looking to make it a good one, carrying over his consistency from 2025 into his new team for the upcoming season. Coming off one of his most consistent…
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Saintéloc Racing confirms Blanchemain–Pla Audi entry for 2026 International GT Open
Saintéloc Racing has confirmed its return to the International GT Open for the 2026 season, marking the squad’s third consecutive campaign in the series. The French outfit will once again compete with the Audi R8 LMS Evo II, maintaining its long-standing relationship with the Audi GT3 platform. For the upcoming season, the team will enter…