James Wharton Archives

James Wharton took fourth in the 2026 Spielberg F3 Sprint Race and believes PREMA’s recent progress can deliver more points on Sunday.

“There was more left on the table”: Wharton rues missed 2026 Spielberg F3 Sprint Race podium

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago05 mins

James Wharton believes PREMA Racing’s improving F3 form outweighed the disappointment of missing the podium in the 2026 Spielberg Sprint Race. The Australian started from reverse-grid pole and remained inside the leading group throughout the 21-lap contest. However, a late mistake and a damaged right mirror contributed to him falling from second to fourth during…

Michel reflects on action-packed 2026 F3 weekends in Monaco and Barcelona

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago08 mins

FIA Formula 3 CEO Bruno Michel has reflected on two action-packed weekends in Monaco and Barcelona as the 2026 F3 championship battle continues to take shape. After a lengthy break following the season opener in Melbourne, F3 returned at one of the calendar’s most demanding venues. Monaco placed a premium on Qualifying and track position,…

From standout performances to opportunities that slipped away, here are the biggest winners and losers from the 2026 F3 Barcelona Round.

F3: The winners and losers of the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya GP

Shania Wallage1 month ago1 month ago08 mins

Barcelona marked the third round of the 2026 FIA Formula 3 (F3) season, and the Spanish circuit once again delivered plenty of drama across both races. The weekend featured maiden victories, championship momentum swings and impressive home performances, while others left Spain wondering what might have been after costly penalties, collisions and disappointing results. With…

James Wharton secured PREMA Racing's first F3 victory since 2024 with a commanding Sprint Race win in the 2026 Barcelona round.

Wharton breaks through with F3 Barcelona Sprint victory as confidence returns

Shania Wallage1 month ago1 month ago05 mins

After a difficult start to his 2026 FIA Formula 3 (F3) campaign, Australian driver James Wharton finally had a weekend to celebrate in Barcelona, securing victory in the Sprint Race and delivering PREMA Racing’s first win since 2024. The result was a welcome reward after a challenging opening phase of the season. Wharton’s campaign began…

Stephen Mitas praised James Wharton's 2026 Barcelona F3 Sprint victory as PREMA returned to the top step for the first time since 2024.

PREMA boss Mitas hails ‘class act’ Wharton after 2026 Barcelona F3 Sprint victory

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago07 mins

PREMA Racing Team Principal Stephen Mitas praised James Wharton’s composure and race management after the Australian secured victory in the 2026 Barcelona F3 Sprint Race. Wharton recovered from a difficult opening phase, overtook Freddie Slater and Gerrard Xie, and then controlled two Safety Car restarts to earn PREMA its first F3 victory since Spa-Francorchamps in…

James Wharton claimed his first F3 victory for the 2026 season in the Barcelona Sprint Race after a difficult start to the season.

Wharton opens up on difficult start to season after 2026 F3 Barcelona Sprint Race win

Shania Wallage1 month ago1 month ago07 mins

James Wharton secured his first FIA Formula 3 (F3) victory of the 2026 season in Saturday’s Sprint Race at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, delivering a much-needed result after a challenging start to the campaign. The PREMA Racing driver converted his front-row start into victory after a composed drive that saw him fend off pressure from…

James Wharton says he is fully recovered from his Melbourne crash and ready to restart his 2026 F3 campaign in Monaco.

Wharton confident and fully fit ahead of crucial 2026 F3 weekend in Monaco

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

James Wharton has confirmed that he has returned to full fitness following the frightening crash that disrupted his 2026 F3 season opener in Melbourne. Consequently, the PREMA Racing driver now turns his attention towards Round 2 in Monte Carlo, where he hopes to rebuild momentum and re-establish himself as a front-running contender. The Australian endured…

Round 1 of the 2026 F3 season began at the Australian GP, with many winners and losers across the weekend in Melbourne.

F3: The winners and losers of the 2026 Australian GP

Shania Wallage5 months ago5 months ago08 mins

The 2026 FIA Formula 3 (F3) Australian GP in Melbourne produced plenty of headlines at the Albert Park Circuit. Breakout drives, maiden podiums and unfortunate setbacks shaped the story of the weekend. From dominant performances to missed chances, here are the biggest winners and losers from the Australian Grand Prix round. Winners of the 2026…

Sharp received a 10-second penalty after colliding with PREMA teammate Wharton during the FIA Formula 3 Sprint Race at the Australian GP

Sharp penalised as PREMA teammates collide in F3 Australian GP Sprint Race

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

Louis Sharp received a post-race penalty following the FIA Formula 3 Sprint Race at the Australian Grand Prix after a collision that eliminated both PREMA Racing drivers from the contest. The New Zealander made contact with teammate James Wharton at Turn 5 while the pair battled for position during the race at Albert Park. The…

Bruno del Pino claimed victory in a shorted F3 Sprint Race at the 2026 Australian GP, with Wharton and Sharp out after a collision.

F3 | 2026 Australian GP | Sprint Race results

Karishma Persad5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

Bruno del Pino led the opening Sprint Race of the 2026 F3 season at the Australian GP after starting on reverse-grid pole for Van Amersfoort Racing, with teammate Enzo Deligny alongside him. Del Pino made a strong start and held the lead into the opening laps, while early battles unfolded behind him. Rodin Motorsport’s Brando…