Rafael Vaessen discusses representing Singapore, the legacy he hopes to leave, and the person he wants to become beyond racing.

Racing up the ladder | “I will be driving for Singapore” — Rafael Vaessen on representation, legacy, and no regrets

For Rafael Vaessen, racing under the Singaporean flag carries meaning beyond the result sheet. Singapore is known globally for its Formula 1 Grand Prix, but Singaporean drivers remain far less represented on the international stage. For Vaessen, that makes his own place in motorsport feel more distinct. Although he also has Dutch heritage, he sees…

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Rafael Vaessen discusses mental resilience, learning to reset after setbacks, and the family support that keeps him grounded.

Racing up the ladder | “You have to be realistic” — Rafael Vaessen on long-term goals and building a career in motorsport

For Rafael Vaessen, the long-term dream remains clear. Like many young drivers, he sees Formula 1 as the ultimate goal. However, his view of his future career in motorsport is also shaped by realism. As he continues to develop in cars, Vaessen is already thinking about what it means to build a sustainable career in…

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Ary Bansal, India, Italian F4, F4 GB4

Ary Bansal exclusive: GB4 champion talks career progression, journey from India

Indian F4 racer Ary Bansal (Aryaman Bansal) opens up in exclusive conversation with Pit Debrief, as he recounts his career so far and future step. While the likes of Jehan Daruvala, Arjun Maini, Kush Maini and Mahaveer Raghunathan have taken space in media, of drivers from India in feeder championships off-late, Bengaluru’s Bansal is quietly…

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Ryo Shirasaki sweeps Japanese F4 Round 3 at Fuji to seize the championship lead, while Hirobon and Yutaka Toriba split class wins.

2026 | Japanese F4 | Fuji (Round 3) | Shirasaki sweeps weekend to take championship lead

The 2026 Japanese F4 Championship returned to Fuji Speedway for Round 3, where Ryo Shirasaki continued his remarkable recovery from a scoreless opening weekend. The HYDRANGEA Kageyama Racing driver claimed both pole positions and converted them into another two victories. Having also swept Round 2 at Okayama, Shirasaki has now won four consecutive races and…

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Ramaekers, McKenna and Bouzar win at Magny-Cours as Bouzar keeps his 39-point 2026 French F4 lead and Brian tops the women's standings.

2026 | French F4 | Magny-Cours | Summary | Ramaekers closes in as McKenna and Bouzar take wins

The fourth round of the 2026 FIA-certified French F4 Championship produced three different winners at Magny-Cours as the championship entered its second half. Thibaut Ramaekers claimed Race 1 before Maverick McKenna secured his maiden victory in the reverse-grid contest and Guillaume Bouzar responded with a decisive Race 3 triumph. Matthéo Dauvergne started the weekend by…

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Gastón Irazú sweeps all three F4 U.S. races at NJMP and seizes the 2026 championship lead, while Kiwi Motorsport keeps the teams' lead.

2026 | F4 U.S. | New Jersey | Irazú sweeps NJMP to take championship lead

Gastón Irazú delivered a perfect weekend at New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP), claiming pole position and winning all three Formula 4 United States (F4 U.S.) Championship races to take control of the 2026 title fight. The Champagne Racing driver entered Round 4 trailing championship leader Caleb Campbell by 28 points. However, Campbell endured his most…

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Palmer, Al Azhari and Alsabah take maiden 2026 British F4 wins at Thruxton as Van Langendonck keeps a 41-point lead after Round 6.

2026 British F4 | Round 6: Thruxton | Three new winners emerge as Van Langendonck retains lead

The 2026 Wera Tools F4 British Championship, certified by FIA, returned to the United Kingdom for Round 6 at Thruxton, the fastest circuit on the calendar. Dries Van Langendonck arrived at the high-speed Hampshire venue with a 47-point Drivers’ Championship lead after winning twice during the previous round at Zandvoort. However, the Rodin Motorsport rookie…

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Luka Sammalisto reflects on racing identity, Finnish pride, Formula 1 hopes and how he wants people to remember him.

Racing up the ladder | Luka Sammalisto reflects on racing identity, Finnish pride and the legacy he hopes to build

As Luka Sammalisto continues to develop through Formula 4, he is also shaping the identity that will define him beyond racing results. Motorsport demands speed, discipline and resilience, but it also reveals how young drivers handle pressure, competition and relationships within the paddock. For Sammalisto, that identity has evolved since his early years in karting….

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