MP Motorsport's Oliver Goethe during 2026 F2 pre-season test in Barcelona.
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MP Motorsport eyeing positive start to 2026 F2 season after promising pre-season test

MP Motorsport’s F2 pre-season testing in Barcelona has the Dutch outfit in an encouraging position ahead of the season opener in Melbourne. In 2025, the team finished 5th in the Teams’ Standings with 207 points, while Richard Verschoor secured 3rd in the Drivers’ Standings. Oliver Goethe returns to the F2 grid and team with renewed…

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ART Grand Prix's Kush Maini during 2026 F2 pre-season test in Barcelona.
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ART Grand Prix “ready” for F2 season opener following “positive” pre-season test in Barcelona

ART Grand Prix heads into the opening round of the 2026 F2 season with a positive mindset following a successful pre-season test in Barcelona. Behind the wheel, the team’s drivers — Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak and Kush Maini — completed their testing programmes and were encouraged by the signs of competitiveness over the three-day session. Reflecting on…

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Nicolás Varrone explains his move from endurance racing to F2 in 2026 while maintaining selected sportscar outings.
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“It’s a whole different sport in a way” — Varrone on transitioning from endurance to F2 for 2026

After establishing himself as a strong competitor in endurance racing, Nicolás Varrone prepares for a return to single-seater competition in the 2026 FIA Formula 2 Championship with van Amersfoort Racing. The Argentine, who claimed the 2023 FIA World Endurance Championship LMGTE Am title and class victory at Le Mans, now joins Van Amersfoort Racing for…

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Invicta Racing's Rafael Câmara on track during 2026 F2 pre-season test in Barcelona.
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Exclusive: Invicta Racing’s James Robinson on bridging the technical gap between F2 and F1 in the modern era

Invicta Racing’s Team Principal James Robinson spoke exclusively to Pit Debrief about the technological advancements in the sport and how they’ve become a vital part of a drivers’ development as they progress through the motorsport ladder. Over the past two years, the team has established itself as the benchmark in Formula 2, guiding Gabriel Bortoleto…

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ART Grand Prix's Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak during 2026 F2 pre-season testing in Barcelona.
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Inthraphuvasak aims to carry momentum into 2026 F2 season with ART Grand Prix following “very positive” pre-season test

ART Grand Prix’s Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak steps up to F2 in 2026 following a statistically stronger Formula 3 campaign after a challenging rookie season. The Thai driver secured three wins and finished 7th in the Drivers’ Standings, with his Monza Feature Race victory propelling him into the top ten. Heading into his rookie season with the…

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Invicta Racing's Rafael Câmara during 2026 F2 pre-season testing in Barcelona.
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Invicta Racing aim to defend both Drivers’ and Teams’ titles in 2026 F2 season

Invicta Racing head into the 2026 F2 season as the benchmark team after securing both Drivers’ and Teams’ titles over the past two years. Joining PREMA Racing on the list of teams to secure both titles consecutively, attention has now shifted to the squad that has guided back-to-back drivers to the crown and established itself…

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Ricco Shlaimoun joins Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) as FIA Formula 2 reserve driver for 2026, targeting a 2027 F2 race seat.
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VAR confirms Ricco Shlaimoun as F2 reserve driver for 2026

Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) has confirmed that Ricco Shlaimoun will join its FIA Formula 2 programme as reserve driver for the 2026 F2 season. The American will work closely with the team across race weekends and preparation sessions, while continuing his development within the VAR structure. Through this appointment, VAR strengthens its professional framework and…

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