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Olivieri, Wheldon, Nakamura-Berta, Al Dhaheri and Francot rank among the five standout drivers of the 2026 FREC season.

2026 FREC season standouts: five drivers who defined an unpredictable championship

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago4 weeks ago012 mins

The 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) produced one of the most unpredictable seasons in the category’s recent history. Eleven drivers representing eight different teams won races, five drivers led the championship at some stage, and four remained mathematically capable of taking the title when the field arrived at Hockenheim for the finale. Yet…

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Rashid Al Dhaheri joins Van Amersfoort Racing for 2027 FIA Formula 3 debut after taking three wins and eight podiums in 2026 FREC.

Rashid Al Dhaheri joins Van Amersfoort Racing for 2027 FIA F3 season

Karishma Persad2 weeks ago2 weeks ago06 mins

Emirati driver Rashid Al Dhaheri will step up to the FIA F3 Championship in 2027 with Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR), following an impressive campaign in the FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC). The 18-year-old Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 Junior Team driver joins the Dutch outfit after finishing fourth in the 2026 FREC standings, securing three victories,…

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Emanuele Olivieri and R-ace GP claimed the 2026 FREC titles after an unpredictable eight-round season featuring 11 race winners.

A review of 2026 FREC: Olivieri and R-ace GP triumph in unpredictable new era

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago4 weeks ago024 mins

The 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) delivered an unpredictable first season of its new era, with Emanuele Olivieri eventually emerging from a four-driver title fight to claim both the Drivers’ and Rookie Championships for R-ace GP. The campaign marked the eighth season of Formula Regional Europe and introduced significant technical and sporting changes….

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Przyrowski claims maiden FREC win at Hockenheim as Nakamura-Berta and Al Dhaheri keep their title hopes alive for Sunday's finale.

Przyrowski hails Hockenheim pace as Nakamura-Berta and Al Dhaheri keep 2026 FREC title hopes alive

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago08 mins

Jan Przyrowski praised RPM’s strong Hockenheim pace after claiming his maiden FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) victory in Race 1, while Kean Nakamura-Berta and Rashid Al Dhaheri capitalised on a difficult afternoon for championship leader Emanuele Olivieri and Sebastian Wheldon. Przyrowski converted a second-row start into victory after an opening-lap incident between polesitter Wheldon…

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Rashid Al Dhaheri took the FREC lead after Round 5 at the Hungaroring as R-ace GP extended its advantage.

2026 | FREC | Hungaroring | Standings after Round 5

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

Rashid Al Dhaheri has taken control of the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) after a decisive fifth round at the Hungaroring. The R-ace GP driver arrived in Hungary third in the standings, 15 points behind Sebastian Wheldon. However, a second place in Race 1 and victory in Race 2 moved him onto 151…

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Rashid Al Dhaheri and Emanuele Olivieri reflect on R-ace GP’s strong 2026 Hungaroring Race 2 and key FREC points.

Al Dhaheri and Olivieri hail consistency after strong R-ace GP result in 2026 FREC Hungaroring Race 2

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

Rashid Al Dhaheri strengthened his 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) lead with victory in the second and final race of the Hungaroring weekend. The R-ace GP driver converted pole position into his third win of the season and his first full-points victory, controlling the race despite two Safety Car periods. Behind him, team-mate…

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Al Dhaheri and Abkhazava react after securing the front row for FREC Race 2 at the Hungaroring.

Al Dhaheri turns disappointment into pole as Abkhazava praises MP pace in 2026 FREC Qualifying 2 at the Hungaroring

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

Rashid Al Dhaheri secured pole position in Qualifying 2 for the final Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) race of the 2026 weekend at the Hungaroring, becoming the seventh different pole-sitter of the season. The R-ace GP driver topped Group A with a 1:37.639, while MP Motorsport’s Alexander Abkhazava led Group B with a 1:37.912 to…

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Sano, Al Dhaheri, Seewooruthun and Olivieri react after success at the 2026 FREC Race 1 at the Hungaroring.

Sano, Al Dhaheri and Olivieri praise R-ace GP after 2026 FREC Hungaroring success

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

Yuki Sano claimed his first European victory after converting pole position into 2026 FREC Race 1 success at the Hungaroring, completing another major step in his 2026 Formula Regional European Championship campaign. The R-ace GP driver led team-mate Rashid Al Dhaheri to the chequered flag, while Rodin Motorsport’s Reza Seewooruthun completed the podium. Emanuele Olivieri…

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2026 FREC first-half standouts: five drivers who shaped the season so far

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

The first half of the 2026 FREC season has created a tight title fight, several breakthrough winners and a deep field of drivers capable of changing the championship picture in one weekend. However, five drivers stand out most clearly after the opening four rounds: MP Motorsport’s Sebastian Wheldon, R-ace GP’s Rashid Al Dhaheri, PREMA Racing’s…

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Rashid Al Dhaheri sweeps 2026 FREC Hungaroring testing for R-ace GP as the top three finish within 0.085s across a closely matched day.

2026 | FREC | Hungaroring | Collective Tests | Al Dhaheri completes opening-day sweep

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

Rashid Al Dhaheri gave R-ace GP the early advantage as the fifth round of the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) began at the Hungaroring on Thursday. The Emirati driver led both Collective Test sessions and set the day’s overall benchmark with a 1:38.335 during the morning. His effort placed him 0.085s clear of…

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