José Garfias with fellow drivers during PREMA Racing FIA F3 pre-season testing, October 15, 2025, Barcelona
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After late switch, Garfias says PREMA F3 2026 move is “a bit of a surprise”

Mexican driver José Garfias is preparing for a new chapter in his career. He will step up to the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Championship with PREMA Racing. After gaining experience in the junior single-seater ranks, Garfias now turns his attention to F3. However, he faces a shorter preparation window than expected. Speaking during a media…

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Ugo Ugochukwu eyes the 2026 F3 Drivers’ Championship with Campos Racing after a confidence-boosting winter.
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Ugochukwu targets Drivers’ title in 2026 F3 campaign with Campos Racing

Ugo Ugochukwu prepares for his second F3 season determined to convert potential into a sustained 2026 title challenge. After flashes of front-running speed in his rookie campaign, the American now returns with Campos Racing aiming to fight consistently at the front of the FIA Formula 3 Championship standings. The 18-year-old secured two Sprint Race podiums…

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Fernando Barrichello resets mentally and targets “special stuff” with AIX Racing ahead of the 2026 FIA F3 season.
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Barrichello targets “very special stuff” as AIX Racing 2026 F3 campaign gathers momentum

The 2026 FIA Formula 3 season represents a pivotal step in the career of Fernando Barrichello as he prepares for his first full F3 campaign with AIX Racing. After making his debut at the 2025 finale in Monza and completing three post-season tests in Jerez, Barcelona and Imola, the Brazilian now approaches the new year…

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Ricci reflects on Trident’s strong F3 pre-season test in Barcelona and expects an even closer fight as the season begins in Melbourne
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Ricci confident in Trident’s form as tightening F3 fight looms

Trident Team Manager Giacomo Ricci believes the competition in the FIA F3 Championship could intensify this season, but ended pre-season testing feeling confident about his squad’s form. After three productive days in Barcelona, the Italian team displayed strong pace from the start. Freddie Slater topped the times on the first two days and stayed within…

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Hitech Team Manager Paul Bellringer is confident about the team's prospects for the 2026 F3 season after a productive pre-season in Barcelona.
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Bellringer confident after 2026 F3 Barcelona tests bring confidence for Hitech ahead of Melbourne opener

Hitech Team Manager Paul Bellringer expressed his satisfaction with the team’s 2026 F3 pre-season efforts, noting that the three-day Barcelona test provided valuable experience for both drivers and the team as a whole. With new rookie drivers, Jin Nakamura and Fionn McLaughlin, joining the experienced Tim Tramnitz, Bellringer believes they are in a strong position…

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VAR's Hiyu Yamakoshi ahead of the 2026 F3 season.
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Yamakoshi highlights benefits of continuity with VAR, aims to maximise every weekend in 2026 F3 season

Van Amersfoort Racing’s (VAR) Hiyu Yamakoshi heads into the 2026 F3 season with familiarity and confidence. The Japanese driver continues with the team after spending last season with them in the Formula Regional European Championship (FREC), where he finished 9th in the Drivers’ Standings. This year, the 19 year-old will partner returning driver Bruno del…

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Tuukka Taponen ahead of the F3 2026 season with MP Motorsport
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“Consistency will be key”: Taponen sets sights on strong 2026 F3 campaign with MP Motorsport

Tuukka Taponen, a member of the Ferrari Driver Academy, enters a new phase of his career for the upcoming 2026 FIA F3 Championship with MP Motorsport. Taponen performed well in his first full season in Formula 3 last year finishing 9th in the Drivers’ Championship with three podium finishes. Speaking during a recent virtual media…

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AIX Racing Team Manager Kenny Kirwan reflects on a productive 2026 F3 pre-season test in Barcelona, with a focus on consistency and development ahead of Melbourne.
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Kirwan believes consistency will “pay off” for AIX in 2026 F3 season after “productive” Barcelona tests

AIX Racing Team Manager Kenny Kirwan expressed satisfaction with his team’s Barcelona pre-season efforts, highlighting the importance of getting the drivers up to speed ahead of the 2026 F3 season. With a successful test at Barcelona, Kirwan believes the team is in a good position as they prepare for the first race in Melbourne. Productive…

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