Freddie Slater earns two Audi F1 practice outings in Mexico City and Sao Paulo after finishing second in 2026 F3 ahead of his F2 debut.
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Freddie Slater to make F1 practice debut with Audi in Mexico and Brazil

Freddie Slater will make his Formula 1 (F1) race weekend debut with Audi after the German manufacturer confirmed that the British driver will participate in Free Practice 1 (FP1) at both the 2026 Mexico City and São Paulo Grands Prix. The appearances will mark another significant milestone for the 18-year-old following his successful rookie season…

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Explore the 2027 FIA Formula 3 season, including the full calendar, teams, drivers, regulations and new circuits in North America.
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Everything you need to know about the 2027 FIA Formula 3 season

The 2027 FIA Formula 3 Championship (FIA F3) enters its ninth season under the current championship banner, continuing its role as one of the most important stepping stones on the road to Formula 1 (F1). Positioned directly below FIA Formula 2 (F2), the championship remains a crucial part of the FIA’s single-seater development pathway, offering…

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Slater “gutted” by 2026 Madrid title defeat but proud of rookie F3 season

Freddie Slater admitted disappointment at the way his 2026 FIA F3 title challenge ended in Madrid, but the TRIDENT driver refused to let the difficult finale overshadow a strong rookie campaign. The British driver arrived at the final round with a 15-point advantage over title rival Ugo Ugochukwu. However, Qualifying immediately changed the complexion of…

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Campos Racing's Ugo Ugochukwu sealed the 2026 F3 Driver's Championship title in Madrid after a strong Feature Race 2 at the Spanish GP.
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F3 | 2026 Spanish GP | Feature Race 2 | Taponen wins; Ugochukwu secures title with P2

MP Motorsport’s Tuukka Taponen ended the 2026 FIA F3 season with victory in Feature Race 2 at the Spanish GP, while Campos Racing’s Ugo Ugochukwu finished second to secure the Drivers’ Championship at the Madring. Taponen controlled the race from pole despite sustained pressure from Ugochukwu, who knew a strong finish would put the title…

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Campos Racing's Ugo Ugochukwu sealed the 2026 F3 Driver's Championship title in Madrid after a strong Feature Race 2 at the Spanish GP.
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2026 F3 Spanish GP | Feature Race 2

MP Motorsport’s Tuukka Taponen won Feature Race 2 of the 2026 F3 season at the Spanish GP, while Campos Racing’s Ugo Ugochukwu finished second to secure the Drivers’ Championship and become the first American champion. Taponen started from pole alongside Ugochukwu, with Pedro Clerot third and Taito Kato fourth. Championship rival Freddie Slater began eighth…

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Ugochukwu and Slater fight for the 2026 F3 title as seven drivers chase P3 while four teams remain in contention for P2 in Madrid.
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Everything still to play for: The 2026 F3 battles heading into the season’s final race in Madrid

Campos Racing has already secured the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Teams’ Championship, but the season is far from settled heading into the final Feature Race at the Madring. The 2026 F3 Drivers’ Championship is completely deadlocked, seven drivers retain a mathematical chance of finishing third, and several positions throughout the Teams’ standings remain open ahead…

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Slater can seal the 2026 F3 title in Madrid Feature Race 1, while Campos also has a chance to secure the Teams’ crown.
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Can the 2026 F3 Championships be sealed in Madrid Feature Race 1?

The 2026 FIA F3 Championships fights narrowed considerably ahead of Madrid Feature Race 1, with only Freddie Slater and Ugo Ugochukwu still able to win the Drivers’ Championship. However, only one of them can mathematically secure the crown before Sunday’s season finale. Slater remains at the top of the standings on 141 points after failing…

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Slater discusses Madring, the expanded finale format and his 15-point lead as the 2026 F3 title fight reaches Madrid this weekend.
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Slater: Madring will “separate the men from the boys” in 2026 F3 title decider

Freddie Slater heads into the final round of the 2026 FIA F3 season with a 15-point lead in the Drivers’ Championship and his attention firmly on delivering a clean weekend at the Madring in Madrid. The TRIDENT driver spoke during a virtual media event ahead of the Madrid round, attended by Pit Debrief, and discussed…

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