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Ryan Wood snatches late pole at Taupo in Qualifying 1 as Ugochukwu and Scoular close in for Round 2 of the 2026 CTFROT.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 2 | Taupo | Qualifying 1 | Wood delivers late lap to claim pole for Race 1

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Ryan Wood claimed pole position for the opening race of Round 2 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT)after a dramatic Qualifying 1 session at Taupo International Motorsport Park. Following an already impressive Friday, the mtec Motorsport driver confirmed his status as the man to beat with a blistering final flying lap…

Ryan Wood tops two Taupo practice sessions as Wharton and Slater close in ahead of Round 2 of the 2026 CTFROT.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 2 | Taupo | Practice | Wood sets the early pace amid mixed conditions and disruptions

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago04 mins

Ryan Wood laid down a clear marker ahead of Round 2 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) by topping two of Friday’s three practice sessions at Taupo. In doing so, the mtec Motorsport driver underlined his intent to bounce back strongly after his premature exit from the final feature race at…

Rain-soaked Taupo testing sets the tone for CTFROT 2026 Round 2 as Sharp and David shine, fans rally, and teams prepare for a wet weekend.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 2 | Taupo | Testing | Sharp and David shine amidst damp conditions

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago03 mins

As preparations continued for Round 2 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT), rain and damp conditions quickly became the defining theme of the Collective Test sessions at Taupo. From the outset, persistent showers swept across the 3.3km circuit, ensuring that both sessions unfolded on a wet track. Consequently, outright lap times…

Freddie Slater fights hard at Hampton Downs, defending relentlessly to secure a podium in Race 2 of the 2026 CTFROT opener.

“We had to fight quite hard for that one” – Slater reflects on CTFROT podium finish at Hampton Downs

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago05 mins

Freddie Slater delivered a strong performance in Race 2 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) at Hampton Downs, climbing from sixth in the opening race to claim a well-earned third place. Driving for M2 Competition, the Kiwi showcased resilience, composure, and defensive skill on one of New Zealand’s most challenging circuits….

Louis Sharp opened his 2026 CTFROT campaign with a controlled Race 1 win at Hampton Downs after resisting relentless pressure from Ugo Ugochukwu.

“So it was definitely not easy, but we got the job done, and that’s what counts” — Sharp reflects on Race 1 on opening 2026 CTFROT weekend at Hampton Downs

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago07 mins

Louis Sharp could scarcely have asked for a stronger opening to his 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) campaign at Hampton Downs. The New Zealander converted a front-row start into a decisive Race 1 victory, executing a clean launch from second on the grid and controlling the contest from the moment the lights…

Zack Scoular wins 2026 CTFROT Race 2 at Hampton Downs after a reverse-grid start, with Nakamura second and Slater completing the podium.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 1 | Hampton Downs | Race 2 | Scoular claims win after chaotic race start

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago04 mins

Just hours after Louis Sharp secured victory in Race 1, the field returned to Hampton Downs for Race 2 of Round 1 of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy. This time, Zack Scoular capitalised on the reverse-grid format to take a commanding win, while Jin Nakamura and Freddie Slater completed the podium after…

Ugo Ugochukwu secures pole in a tightly fought opening 2026 CTFROT qualifying session at Hampton Downs, with Sharp and Slater close behind.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 1 | Hampton Downs | Qualifying 1 | Ugochukwu leads tight Qualifying battle

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago03 mins

The 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) season officially came to life at Hampton Downs Motorsport Park as nineteen drivers contested the first Qualifying session, all chasing pole position for Race 1. As the session unfolded, fine margins defined the order, immediately underlining the competitive depth of the field. Practice pace sets the…

Ryan Wood leads combined practice at Hampton Downs as CTFROT 2026 begins with tight field and standout rookie performances.

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 1 | Hampton Downs | Practice | Wood fastest on opening day

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago03 mins

Ryan Wood emerged as the standout performer across the combined practice sessions at Hampton Downs as the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) season got underway. The Supercars driver topped Practice 2 and Practice 3 and set the outright fastest lap of the day with a 1:29.764, the only time to dip under…

Round 1 CTFROT series Hampton Downs 8-11 January 2026 Photo by Bruce Jenkins

CTFROT | 2026 | Round 1 | Hampton Downs | Testing | 19-man field completes first on-track running

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago03 mins

The 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) began in impressive fashion as a tightly packed grid completed its first on-track running at Hampton Downs International Motorsport Park. Drivers took part in three acclimatisation runs, marking the opening chapter of what already looks set to be a fiercely contested season. Teams focused primarily on…

Kiwi racing star Ryan Wood joins the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) with mtec Motorsport, aiming for a thrilling debut season.

Ryan Wood confirmed for 2026 CTFROT with mtech Motorsport

Karishma Persad2 months ago4 weeks ago04 mins

As the grid for the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) takes shape, mtec Motorsport has confirmed that New Zealand’s Ryan Wood will compete in the four-round international championship. Backed by the Tony Quinn Foundation, Wood will add another exciting chapter to his already impressive career. A familiar face on New Zealand circuits…