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Alexander Abkhazava joins 2026 Formula Regional Europe (FREC) with MP Motorsport after strong winter form, aiming to build on recent success.
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Alexander Abkhazava steps up to 2026 FREC with MP Motorsport

Karishma Persad02 mins

Alexander Abkhazava will take the next step in his single-seater career in 2026 by joining the Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) with MP Motorsport. Importantly, the 19-year-old remains with the same team as he transitions into a more competitive and demanding championship, signalling continuity in his development pathway. Abkhazava heads into the new season following…

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F1 Academy 2026 Chinese GP Race 1
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F1 Academy | 2026 Chinese GP | Race 1 results

Antonina Jaromin02 mins

Nina Gademan claimed a dominant victory at the 2026 F1 Academy Chinese GP Race 1, with the full results listed below. After finishing qualifying in P8, Nina Gademan started from reverse-grid pole position alongside rookie Natalia Granada. At lights out, Gademan got a strong start, charging ahead, while Rafaela Ferreira moved into P3 ahead of…

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MP Motorsport Alpine-backed Nina Gademan during the 2026 F1 Academy Chinese GP.
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Gademan sets sight on redemption at 2026 F1 Academy Chinese GP after disappointing Qualifying

Yi Xing Lim03 mins

Alpine-backed MP Motorsport driver Nina Gademan was left disappointed with a P8 result in Qualifying but remains optimistic about making the most of her reverse-grid pole for Race 1 at the 2026 F1 Academy Chinese GP. The Dutch driver arrives in Shanghai with a season of experience under her belt, having finished 6th in last…

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Cars on track at the 2026 F2 Australian GP.
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F2: The winners and losers of the 2026 Australian GP

Yi Xing Lim06 mins

The 2026 F2 Australian GP marked the start of a new chapter for the championship as it celebrated its 10-year anniversary. As always, Albert Park delivered chaos, unpredictability and exciting battles as the opening round got underway. Emerging victorious from the weekend were Invicta Racing’s Joshua Dürksen and Campos Racing’s Nikola Tsolov, who claimed the…

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MP Motorsport's Gabriele Minì during 2026 F2 Australian GP Sprint Race.
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Minì reflects on “very good” Sprint after impressive climb from the back at F2 Australian GP

Yi Xing Lim04 mins

MP Motorsport’s Gabriele Minì enjoyed a strong Sprint Saturday at the 2026 F2 Australian GP, fighting his way through the field from 21st to 6th. The Italian was unlucky to miss out on a chance at pole for Sunday’s Feature Race after his car suffered a loss of power, an issue he similarly faced during…

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MP Motorsport's Gabriele Minì during the 2026 F2 Australian GP.
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Minì aiming for pole after “very good start” to Australian GP in F2 Free Practice

Yi Xing Lim03 mins

MP Motorsport’s Gabriele Minì got off to a strong start at the 2026 F2 Australian GP after topping the timesheet in Free Practice. The Italian set an impressive 1:29.137 lap, finishing four tenths clear of the field. Having shown pace from the get-go, Minì heads into qualifying as a clear contender for pole and one…

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Taponen looks ahead to the FIA Formula 3 season opener in Melbourne, focusing on improving qualifying, consistency and managing risks.
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“I just need to do my job” – Taponen ahead of Formula 3 season opener in Melbourne

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein05 mins

Ahead of the opening round of the Formula 3 season in Melbourne, Tuukka Taponen reflected on the lessons learned from his previous visit to the Albert Park Circuit and the approach he planned to take into the new campaign. The MP Motorsport driver discussed the value of experience at the season opener, the importance of…

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MP Motorsport's Oliver Goethe during 2026 F2 pre-season test in Barcelona.
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MP Motorsport eyeing positive start to 2026 F2 season after promising pre-season test

Yi Xing Lim03 mins

MP Motorsport’s F2 pre-season testing in Barcelona has the Dutch outfit in an encouraging position ahead of the season opener in Melbourne. In 2025, the team finished 5th in the Teams’ Standings with 207 points, while Richard Verschoor secured 3rd in the Drivers’ Standings. Oliver Goethe returns to the F2 grid and team with renewed…

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Gabriele Minì approaches 2026 F2 season, with renewed confidence following his move to MP Motorsport, after a long stint with PREMA.
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Minì embraces fresh start with MP Motorsport ahead of 2026 F2 season: “It was quite a nice change”

Chiara Martin04 mins

After a 2025 Formula 2 (F2) season that did not fully match early expectations, Gabriele Minì approaches 2026 with renewed confidence following his move to MP Motorsport. The Italian driver believes the change in environment, combined with lessons learned from last year, positions him to mount a stronger and more consistent championship challenge. Speaking to…

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