Pit Debrief

Kean Nakamura-Berta claims the 2026 FRME title in a thrilling season, with standout performances from Al Dhaheri, Wheldon, and Mumbai Falcons.

A review of the 2026 FRME Trophy: Nakamura-Berta beats Al Dhaheri to title after close competition across four rounds

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago014 mins

The 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy season was an intense and thrilling campaign, full of unexpected twists, exceptional performances, and dramatic showdowns. Over the course of four rounds, the championship unfolded in a highly competitive field, where raw speed, strategic decisions, and nerves of steel proved to be decisive. Kean Nakamura-Berta emerged as…

Bruno del Pino will return to Formula 3 (F3) in 2026 with Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR), embarking on his second campaign in the championship.

“I know how the Championship behaves”: Del Pino brings experience to VAR for 2026 F3 season

Chiara Martin3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Spanish driver Bruno del Pino will return to Formula 3 (F3) in 2026 with Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR), embarking on his second campaign in the championship after a challenging rookie season with MP Motorsport. The 19-year-old joins Jesse Carrasquedo at VAR, having left MP Motorsport, a team he had been with since 2023, in search…

In his 2025 F2 season, Rafael Villagómez saw growth, two Sprint podiums, and lessons in consistency and race strategy.

F2 2025 | Season Review | Rafael Villagómez

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago06 mins

Rafael Villagómez approached the 2025 F2 season with clear intent to improve. Following a modest rookie campaign in 2024, he sought to convert experience into tangible results with Van Amersfoort Racing. Across 12 rounds, he showed measured growth in racecraft, tyre management, and composure under pressure. While his final position of 14th in the Drivers’…

F2 2025 | Season Review | John Bennett

Lucrezia Costa3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

John Bennett failed to match the expectations that followed his impressive Formula 2 debut, as a difficult 2025 campaign left the British driver with little to show for his first full season in the F2 championship. High expectations after points on debut Bennett surprised the paddock during his first Formula 2 appearance in late 2024….

Enzo Deligny joins Van Amersfoort Racing for the 2026 F3 season after switching from Prema Racing. He replaces Jesse Carrasquedo.

Enzo Deligny switches to Van Amersfoort Racing ahead of 2026 F3 campaign

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Van Amersfoort Racing has confirmed Enzo Deligny as its final driver for the 2026 FIA Formula 3 Championship, completing the team’s F3 line-up for the upcoming season. The Frenchman replaces Jesse Carrasquedo and will race alongside Hiyu Yamakoshi and Bruno del Pino, as the Dutch outfit continues to place strong emphasis on developing emerging talent….

Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) have confirmed that Rafael Villagómez will remain with the team for the 2026 F2 season.

Villagómez stays with VAR for 2026 F2 season

James O'Connor3 months ago3 months ago02 mins

Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) have confirmed that Rafael Villagómez will remain with the team for the 2026 F2 season. It means every seat in the field has been confirmed for the year ahead. Rafael Villagómez and VAR continue a long relationship heading into the 2026 F2 season Since 2021 in the Euroformula Open, the 24-year-old…

Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR)'s Hiyu Yamakoshi during F3 post-season testing.

Exclusive: VAR’s Hiyu Yamakoshi on navigating the junior ranks and the relationships built off track

Yi Xing Lim3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Van Amersfoort Racing’s (VAR) Hiyu Yamakoshi spoke to Pit Debrief about the challenges across the junior categories and the lessons he has learned along the way. The Japanese driver competed in a full Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) campaign with VAR in 2025, before it was confirmed he would remain with the team to step…

Andrea Dupé joins Van Amersfoort Racing for the 2026 Formula Regional European Championship (FREC), marking a major step in his racing career.

Andrea Dupé joins Van Amersfoort Racing for 2026 FREC

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) has confirmed that Andrea Dupé will be joining the team for the 2026 Formula Regional European Championship (FREC). After making a name for himself in karting and Formula 4, the French driver will take a significant step forward in his career by competing in one of Europe’s most prestigious single-seater series….

Van Amersfoort Racing cars. FIA F3 Championship - Round 6 - Spielberg, Red Bull Ring, Spielberg, Austria, 2025

2025 Team Review: Van Amersfoort Racing

Karishma Persad3 months ago4 months ago06 mins

Van Amersfoort Racing completed its strongest FIA F3 campaign to date in 2025, finishing fifth in the Teams’ Championship with 138 points. The Dutch squad recorded three race victories, multiple podium finishes, and its highest-ever points tally since entering the championship. As a result, the season marked a clear step forward for a team that…

Van Amersfoort Racing signs Portuguese talent Francisco Macedo for 2026 FRME and FREC as the 17-year-old steps up to Formula Regional

Francisco Macedo joins Van Amersfoort Racing for 2026 FRME and FREC campaigns

Karishma Persad4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

Van Amersfoort Racing has confirmed that Francisco Macedo will join the team for the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East Trophy (FRME) and the 2026 Formula Regional European Championship (FREC). As a result, the 17-year-old Portuguese driver takes another decisive step forward in his single-seater career. With experience across several junior categories, Macedo now prepares to…