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Eight manufacturers and 18 drivers confirmed for 2026 Macau FIA GT World Cup
Photo Credit: FIA & Macau Grand Prix Organizing Committee

Eight manufacturers and 18 drivers confirmed for 2026 Macau FIA GT World Cup

Karishma Persad013 mins

The FIA has confirmed an 18-car entry list for the ninth FIA GT World Cup, which will take place during the 73rd Macau Grand Prix from 19–22 November 2026. The field features some of international GT racing’s leading drivers, including former winners Maro Engel, Raffaele Marciello and Augusto Farfus, alongside representatives from a record eight…

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2026 FIA Formula Regional World Cup confirms 26-driver entry list for Macau
Photo Credit: FIA & Macau Grand Prix Organizing Committee

2026 FIA FR World Cup confirms 26-driver entry list for Macau

Karishma Persad011 mins

The FIA has confirmed a capacity 26-driver entry list for the third FIA Formula Regional (FR) World Cup, which will take place during the 73rd Macau Grand Prix from 19–22 November 2026. The field features leading Formula Regional champions, FIA Formula 3 competitors and drivers supported by seven Formula 1 development academies. Thirteen teams will…

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2026 FIA F4 World Cup confirms 24-driver entry list for Macau.
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2026 FIA F4 World Cup confirms 24-driver entry list for Macau

Karishma Persad08 mins

The FIA has confirmed a 24-driver entry list for the second FIA Formula 4 (F4) World Cup, which will take place during the 73rd Macau Grand Prix from 19–22 November 2026. The expanded field features leading Formula 4 champions, championship contenders and members of four Formula 1 driver development programmes. Twelve teams representing ten countries…

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2026 Macau Grand Prix confirms record 68-driver entry across three FIA World Cups
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2026 Macau Grand Prix confirms record 68-driver entry across three FIA World Cup competitions

Karishma Persad010 mins

The FIA has confirmed capacity grids across all three World Cups for the 73rd Macau Grand Prix, with a record 68 drivers representing 34 countries and territories set to compete at the iconic Guia Circuit from 19–22 November 2026. The event will feature 26 drivers in the FIA Formula Regional (FR) World Cup, 24 in…

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Team KRC is considering a full 2027 IGTC campaign with Tony Ruan after confirming its Macau return with Augusto Farfus.
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Team KRC eyes full 2027 IGTC campaign and confirms Macau return

Karishma Persad06 mins

Team KRC is considering a full Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC) campaign in 2027 as the Taiwanese BMW squad continues expanding its international racing programme. The team has already contested two IGTC events this season, making its championship debut at the Meguiar’s Bathurst 12 Hour before expanding to two BMW M4 GT3 EVOs for the Suzuka…

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Mercedes-AMG returns to the 2026 FIA GT World Cup in Macau with three cars for Maro Engel, Adderly Fong and Lucas Auer in November.
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Mercedes-AMG returns to Macau with Engel, Fong and Auer for 2026 FIA GT World Cup

Karishma Persad04 mins

Mercedes-AMG will return to the FIA GT World Cup in Macau this November with a three-car effort split between Craft-Bamboo Racing and event newcomer Tigani Motorsport. The German manufacturer skipped the 2025 edition because concerns surrounding the cost and preparation required for FIA-mandated torque sensors prevented it from committing to the event. However, Mercedes-AMG will…

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FIA names 13 Formula Regional and 12 F4 teams for Macau, and new cars and expanded World Cup grids arrive in November 2026.
Photo Credit: FIA and Macau Grand Prix Organising Committee

FIA confirms teams for 2026 Formula Regional and F4 World Cups in Macau

Karishma Persad06 mins

The FIA has confirmed the teams that will contest the 2026 FIA Formula Regional World Cup and FIA Formula 4 (F4) World Cup during the 73rd Macau Grand Prix. Thirteen teams will each operate two Tatuus T 326 Formula Regional Gen2 cars, creating a 26-car grid for the third Formula Regional World Cup. Meanwhile, 12…

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Rafael Vaessen reflects on his Macau breakthrough, working with Andrea Todisco and AT Performance, and adapting to the demands of cars.
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Racing up the ladder | “The small details are crucial” — Rafael Vaessen on Macau, AT Performance, and adapting to cars

Karishma Persad013 mins

For Rafael Vaessen, the move from karting to cars has been shaped by opportunity, preparation, and attention to detail. After returning to racing and rebuilding momentum in karting, Vaessen reached a key turning point with his first overseas race in Macau. That weekend helped him and those around him reassess what might be possible. It…

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Entries open for the 2026 FIA GT World Cup in Macau as a new Silver Cup gives emerging GT3 drivers a global racing stage.
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2026 FIA GT World Cup entries open as Macau launches new Silver Cup

Karishma Persad04 mins

The FIA has opened registrations for the 2026 FIA GT World Cup, which will bring leading GT3 drivers and manufacturers back to the Guia Circuit in Macau from 19–22 November. This year’s event will also introduce a new Silver Cup, giving emerging drivers dedicated recognition while they compete alongside established Gold and Platinum-rated professionals. Teams…

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