Pit Debrief

Freddie Slater and Ugo Ugochukwu top the timesheets on Day 2 of 2026 F3 pre-season testing in Barcelona, showcasing strong performances.

2026 F3 Pre-Season Testing | Barcelona | Slater tops Day 2; Ugochukwu leads afternoon running

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

The second day of pre-season testing for the 2026 F3 Championship in Barcelona saw some intense competition and impressive performances. TRIDENT’s Freddie Slater topped the morning session, while Campos Racing’s Ugo Ugochukwu claimed the afternoon honours. As teams continue to fine-tune their setups and strategies, Day 2 showed the potential for some exciting battles this…

Freddie Slater tops Day 1 of 2026 F3 pre-season testing in Barcelona as the Trident driver shines in tricky, wet-to-dry conditions.

Slater hails “a productive afternoon” after topping Day 1 of F3 pre-season testing in Barcelona

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Freddie Slater made an eye-catching start to his 2026 F3 campaign by topping the timesheets on Day 1 of pre-season testing at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Driving for Trident, the British teenager overcame a disrupted opening day to emerge as the fastest driver once conditions improved, underlining both his pace and adaptability ahead of the…

Formula 3 pre-season testing begins in Barcelona on Feb 10-12. Key details on schedule, drivers, and what to expect ahead of 2026 F3 season.

2026 F3 pre-season testing: What to expect in Barcelona

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

After months of anticipation, Formula 3 returns to action in 2026 with three crucial days of pre-season testing at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Starting on February 10, all 10 teams will descend on the Spanish circuit, eager to lay the foundations for the season ahead. With the 2026 F3 season opener in Melbourne just around…

MP Motorsport's Tim Tramnitz during the 2025 F3 season. The German driver is set to step in for Michael Shin during the 2026 F3 pre-season test in Barcelona.

Tramnitz to step in for Michael Shin at Hitech during 2026 F3 pre-season test in Barcelona

Yi Xing Lim2 months ago2 months ago02 mins

21 year-old Tim Tramnitz is set to step in for Michael Shin at Hitech TGR during the 2026 F3 pre-season test in Barcelona this week. A shoulder injury has sidelined Shin, with Tramnitz returning to the championship after enjoying a strong sophomore campaign last year. In 2025, Shin competed in the Formula Regional Oceania and…

Campos Racing replaces injured Ernesto Rivera with Patrick Heuzenroeder for 2026 FIA F3 pre-season tests in Barcelona.

Rivera out of 2026 F3 pre-season tests in Barcelona; Heuzenroeder steps in with Campos Racing

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Campos Racing will head into the official 2026 FIA F3 pre-season tests at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya with an unexpected adjustment to its driver line-up as Patrick Heuzenroeder replaces Ernesto Rivera. Although the Spanish team will field all three cars across the scheduled three days, circumstances beyond its control have forced a last-minute change just…

Rodin Motorsport's Christian Ho at F3 post-season test ahead of the 2026 season.

“I’m quite confident for this season”: Ho sets sights on a strong 2026 F3 season with Rodin Motorsport

Yi Xing Lim2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Rodin Motorsport’s Christian Ho has set ambitious goals for the upcoming 2026 F3 season, aiming to deliver stronger and more consistent results in his sophomore campaign. Having completed his rookie season with DAMS Lucas Oil, the Singaporean is set to race with the British outfit this year alongside Brando Badoer and rookie Pedro Clerot. With…

PREMA Racing signs José Garfias for the 2026 FIA F3 season as the Mexican steps up full-time after strong Euroformula form.

José Garfias joins PREMA Racing for 2026 F3 campaign

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

PREMA Racing has confirmed José Garfias as part of its line-up for the 2026 FIA F3 Championship. The Mexican driver will therefore take his first full-time step into the series with one of its most successful teams. In addition, Garfias will join PREMA for the upcoming pre-season test at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, where he will…

Brando Badoer explains his winter training, Rodin Motorsport preparations and ambitions as he targets a stronger 2026 F3 season.

Badoer aiming to show full potential as he targets fresh start with Rodin Motorsport ahead of 2026 F3 season

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Having joined Rodin Motorsport for the 2026 FIA Formula 3 season after a disappointing maiden F3 campaign in 2025, Brando Badoer has spent his winter break focused on comprehensive preparation as he aims to convert experience into performance in his sophomore season. With pre-season testing looming in Barcelona, Badoer outlined the work he has undertaken…

Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR)'s Hiyu Yamakoshi during F3 post-season testing.

Exclusive: VAR’s Hiyu Yamakoshi on navigating the junior ranks and the relationships built off track

Yi Xing Lim2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Van Amersfoort Racing’s (VAR) Hiyu Yamakoshi spoke to Pit Debrief about the challenges across the junior categories and the lessons he has learned along the way. The Japanese driver competed in a full Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) campaign with VAR in 2025, before it was confirmed he would remain with the team to step…

Pedro Clerot discusses his rookie season with Rodin Motorsport in FIA F3, sharing his preparation and excitement for 2026.

“It’s a really big step in my career, it’s very special”: Clerot reflects on step up to F3 ahead of 2026 debut with Rodin

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Pedro Clerot is preparing for the biggest challenge of his career as he takes on the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Championship with Rodin Motorsport. Despite being the only rookie of the three-man Rodin Motorsport F3 team, Clerot is optimistic about the season ahead, eager to apply the lessons learned during his previous campaigns. Clerot maximising…