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G4 Racing completes strong three-driver line-up for FRME 2026
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…
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Mick Schumacher talks IndyCar ovals ahead of February test
Mick Schumacher will take to an IndyCar oval track for the first time with RLL during a jam-packed February testing calendar, according to RACER. New kid on the block The driver of the No. 75 RLL Honda will test his first oval track on Feb. 4, at the 1.5 mile Miami-Homestead Speedway facility in Florida….
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Pérez on how he saved Force India F1 and employees behind the scenes
Getting ready to return to the Formula 1 tracks with a brand new 11th team Cadillac in the upcoming 2026 season, Sergio Pérez joined Cracks Podcast, where he talked about the lesser-known side of his F1 career at Force India. During their conversation, Pérez elaborated on how he rescued them from being bankruptcy and brought…
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Mortara relieved after eventful Mexico City E-Prix: “In the end everything worked out pretty good”
Edoardo Mortara delivered his one of his strongest Formula E results with a hard-fought second place at the 2026 Mexico City E-Prix, surviving intense late-race pressure in a landmark event for the championship. Mortara ran at the front for much of the race as energy conservation and Attack Mode timing proved decisive around the Autódromo…
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Albon on how Sainz reset Williams’s internal F1 culture
Following the conclusion of a fantastic F1 season for Williams, Alex Albon provided a transparent response regarding the arrival of Carlos Sainz. This new addition has led to an evolution of the team’s internal culture. Albon’s reflections offered a rare look at how the presence of a proven race winner forces a driver to adapt…
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“It’s been a dream start” – Cassidy delivers Citroën Racing a historic Formula E win in Mexico City
Nick Cassidy delivered a measured and intelligent drive to claim victory from 13th at the Formula E Mexico City E-Prix, mastering a race defined by incidents, penalties and strategic gambles. Amid early chaos and a constantly shifting order, Cassidy remained composed, conserving energy and timing his Attack Mode to perfection as others tripped over mistakes….
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“We had to fight quite hard for that one” – Slater reflects on CTFROT podium finish at Hampton Downs
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….
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CTFROT | 2026 | Round 1 | Hampton Downs | Race 4 | Ugochukwu claims the Dorothy Smith Memorial Cup after a stellar Sunday
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…
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“So, yeah, it’s a positive start to the year” – Scoular delivers commanding 2026 CTFROT Race 2 triumph at Hampton Downs
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…
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“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
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…