Sebastian Wheldon Archives

Wheldon reflects on his first FREC win at Zandvoort as Hanna and Olivieri assess race pace, progress and podium form after Race 1.

Wheldon savours breakthrough 2026 FREC win at Zandvoort as Hanna and Olivieri highlight pace in Race 1

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

Sebastian Wheldon claimed his first FREC victory in Race 1 at Zandvoort after converting pole position into a landmark win for MP Motorsport on home soil. The American had already shown impressive speed in Practice and Qualifying, and he carried that form into the race despite coming under pressure in the closing stages. Salim Hanna…

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Wheldon resisted late pressure from Hanna to win FREC Race 1 at Zandvoort, as Olivieri completed the podium for R-ace GP.

2026 | FREC | Zandvoort | Race 1 | Wheldon claims MP Motorsport’s first FREC win at Zandvoort

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

MP Motorsport’s #98 Sebastian Wheldon delivered a composed drive at Zandvoort to win Race 1 of the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) weekend. The American driver started from pole and, despite intense pressure from PREMA Racing’s #88 Salim Hanna in the closing laps, crossed the line first to secure MP Motorsport’s first FREC…

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Sebastian Wheldon claimed pole position in Qualifying 1 of the 2026 FREC Zandvoort Round, see the full report and results here.

2026 | FREC | Zandvoort | Qualifying 1 | Nakamura-Berta goes fastest in Group A; Wheldon claims pole

Shania Wallage2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

The 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) continued at Zandvoort with an ultra-competitive Qualifying 1 session, as the field battled for pole position around the fast and technical Dutch circuit. In Group A, it was Kean Nakamura-Berta who continued his impressive form by setting the fastest time of the session, showcasing strong pace throughout…

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Sebastian Wheldon tops FREC Friday Practice at Zandvoort, as Francisco Macedo leads FP2 before Qualifying and Race 1.

2026 | FREC | Zandvoort | Free Practice 1 & 2 | Wheldon leads Friday running as Macedo tops FP2

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Sebastian Wheldon emerged fastest across Friday’s two Free Practice sessions at Zandvoort as the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) weekend began in earnest at the Dutch venue. The MP Motorsport driver, who had already ended Thursday’s Collective Tests fastest overall, carried that pace into Free Practice 1. His 1:30.114 in the morning remained…

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Five 2026 FREC drivers to watch after Spielberg, with Francot, Al Dhaheri, Nakamura-Berta, Wheldon and Ninovic starring.

Five early FREC title contenders after the 2026 Red Bull Ring opener

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago07 mins

The opening round of the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) at Spielberg delivered everything expected from one of junior single-seater racing’s most competitive grids. Across Collective Testing, Qualifying and three chaotic races, several drivers immediately established themselves as early contenders. Reno Francot left the Red Bull Ring as the championship leader, while Rashid…

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Sebastian Wheldon topped 2026 FREC Zandvoort testing for MP Motorsport, edging Jules Roussel by 0.035s in Session 2.

2026 | FREC | Zandvoort | Collective Tests | Sebastian Wheldon leads Zandvoort testing as FREC Round 2 begins

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

The second round of the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) got underway at Zandvoort with two official collective test sessions, as all 30 drivers began preparations for the weekend at the Dutch venue. Across the day, the field completed 1,343 laps around the 4.259km circuit, with dry conditions and relatively cool track temperatures…

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Marcus Sæter leads final FREC pre-season test at Red Bull Ring in Spielberg as teams complete preparations for the 2026 season opener.

2026 | FREC | Spielberg Pre-Season Testing | Red Bull Ring Test wraps up FREC preparations ahead of 2026 opener

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

The 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) brought its pre-season programme to a close with two productive test days at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg over the Easter weekend. Following earlier running at the Hockenheimring and Circuit Paul Ricard, teams completed the final phase of preparation ahead of the season opener later this…

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Sebastian Wheldon joins MP Motorsport for 2026 FIA FREC after standout F4 success, aiming to challenge for top honours in Europe.

Sebastian Wheldon joins MP Motorsport for 2026 FIA FREC season

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

Young Anglo-American racer Sebastian Wheldon has taken the next step in his rapidly developing career by signing with MP Motorsport for the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC). At just 17 years old, the St. Petersburg, Florida native continues his climb through the European single-seater ranks, entering only his second full season on the…

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Tomass Štolcermanis joins PREMA Racing for the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC), replacing Sebastian Wheldon.

Tomass Štolcermanis returns to PREMA Racing for 2026 FREC, replacing Sebastian Wheldon

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

Latvian racing talent Tomass Štolcermanis will compete in the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) with PREMA Racing. Born on 28 May 2007, Štolcermanis’ rapid rise through motorsport has seen him evolve from a karting champion to a promising single-seater driver in just a few years. A strong early career paves way to FREC…

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Sebastian Wheldon joins PREMA for 2026 FIA FREC campaign after standout Formula 4 success across Europe and Middle East.

Sebastian Wheldon steps up to FIA FREC with PREMA Racing in 2026

Karishma Persad5 months ago5 months ago03 mins

PREMA Racing has confirmed that Sebastian Wheldon will compete in the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC), stepping up from Formula 4 to the newly revamped category. The 17-year-old American progresses after an impressive rise through the junior single-seater ranks and continues his development with the Italian powerhouse squad. Stephen Mitas, Team Principal &…

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