Australian racing driver James Wharton will challenge for the Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy in 2026 as he prepares for his second season in FIA F3.
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James Wharton to race in 2026 FR Oceania ahead of second F3 season

Australian racing talent James Wharton, fresh off his FIA Formula 2 debut in Qatar, is set to challenge for another motorsport championship title. The 19-year-old will compete in the Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy, a series that serves as a valuable warm-up for his upcoming second season in FIA Formula 3, slated for 2026. Wharton…

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IndyNXT driver Nolan Allaer will compete in the 2026 Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy with Giles Motorsport, aiming for success in New Zealand’s premier championship.
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Nolan Allaer to join Giles Motorsport for 2026 FR Oceania Trophy

IndyNXT racer Nolan Allaer will begin his 2026 season in the southern hemisphere, joining Giles Motorsport for the Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy. The 23-year-old from Detroit is the latest international talent to head to New Zealand for the country’s premier single-seater championship, which is becoming an increasingly popular destination for aspiring drivers aiming for…

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Fionn McLaughlin, 2025 British F4 champion, joins Hitech for 2026 FR Oceania Trophy, aiming for success in New Zealand and FIA F3 with Red Bull Junior.
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2025 British F4 Champion Fionn McLaughlin to race with Hitech in 2025 FR Oceania Trophy

Irish rising star Fionn McLaughlin, fresh off a dominant 2025 season in British F4, will race in the 2026 Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy in New Zealand with his new team, Hitech. This early-season campaign will serve as a key prelude to his FIA Formula 3 debut in 2026, where he will join the Hitech…

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