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Michelin 24H Series heads for Kyalami in January 2027 as CREVENTIC moves the 24H Dubai amid Gulf logistics and transport concerns.
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24H Dubai relocates to Kyalami as Michelin 24H Series prepares African debut

CREVENTIC will take the Michelin 24H Series to Africa for the first time in January 2027 after moving its long-running 24H Dubai event to South Africa’s Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. Kyalami will host the 24-hour race from 8-10 January, taking over the date originally allocated to Dubai. CREVENTIC made the change amid continuing uncertainty in…

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Emanuele Olivieri reflects on his 2026 FREC title, from early struggles to a late-season surge before eyeing a move to F3 in 2027.
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Olivieri reflects on recovery from difficult start to claim 2026 FREC title

Emanuele Olivieri believes his ability to recover from a difficult start to the season proved crucial to becoming the 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Champion (FREC) after prevailing in a four-way title fight at Hockenheim. The R-ace GP driver emerged on top at the end of an extraordinarily competitive campaign in which 11 drivers representing…

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FRAC heads to VIR with Brady Golan 10.5 points clear of Evagoras Papasavvas and four races left in the 2026 title fight at stake.
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2026 | FRAC | Round 7 VIR | Preview | Golan leads Papasavvas by 10.5 points

The 2026 Formula Regional Americas Championship (FRAC) heads to VIRginia International Raceway for its penultimate event weekend with Brady Golan leading the Drivers’ Championship for the first time this season. Golan overturned an 8.5-point deficit to Evagoras Papasavvas during a dramatic Round 6 at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP), where the two title rivals and…

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FIA confirms ACO-WEC agreement runs through 2027 amid split reports

The FIA has clarified that its promoter agreement with the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) regarding the World Endurance Championship (WEC) remains in place through the end of 2027, responding to reports that the two organisations could separate as early as next season. German publication Auto Motor und Sport reported on Thursday that the FIA…

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Arthur Eschalier reflects on speed, control and the surprise karting win which transformed a casual outing into a racing ambition.
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Racing up the ladder | “I couldn’t go back” — Arthur Eschalier on the victory that launched his journey

Arthur Eschalier’s journey into motorsport did not begin with a childhood spent chasing a racing dream. Before karting became the centre of his life, he tried several sports, searching for something that could hold his attention and give him a real sense of purpose. In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Eschalier reflected on how…

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Taponen claims his maiden F3 win in Madrid and takes third in the 2026 standings after a remarkable late-season surge with MP Motorsport.

Taponen caps F3 turnaround with maiden Madrid win and third in 2026 standings

Tuukka Taponen completed a remarkable turnaround in his 2026 FIA F3 campaign by claiming his maiden victory in Madrid and securing third place in the Drivers’ Championship. The MP Motorsport driver produced his strongest weekend of the season at the final round, finishing third in Qualifying 1 before taking pole position in Qualifying 2. He…

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Reported FIA-ACO contract dispute raises questions over WEC control, Le Mans and the future direction of endurance racing in 2027.
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FIA and ACO reportedly at odds over WEC future as Le Mans questions emerge

The long-standing partnership between the FIA and Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) could be approaching a critical juncture, with a report from German publication Auto Motor und Sport claiming that the two organisations remain without renewed agreements governing the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC). According to the report, two contracts underpinning the relationship have expired….

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WRT revives iconic Jägermeister-inspired BMW livery for Fuji
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WRT revives iconic Jägermeister-inspired BMW livery for 2026 WEC 6 Hours of Fuji

Team WRT will revive one of BMW’s most recognisable historic colour schemes at the 2026 WEC 6 Hours of Fuji, with the #69 BMW M4 GT3 EVO set to race in a Jägermeister-inspired orange livery. Anthony McIntosh, Dan Harper and Parker Thompson will carry the latest retro design during the sixth round of the 2026…

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Ferrari extends Nicklas Nielsen’s contract on a multi-year deal, keeping the Le Mans winner at the heart of its endurance programme.
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Ferrari extends Nicklas Nielsen contract with new multi-year deal

Ferrari has confirmed a new multi-year contract extension for Nicklas Nielsen, securing the Danish driver’s future as an official Prancing Horse endurance racer. The 29-year-old has formed part of Ferrari’s factory Hypercar line-up since the 499P made its FIA World Endurance Championship debut in 2023, sharing the #50 with Antonio Fuoco and Miguel Molina. Nielsen…

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Le Mans winner Yifei Ye signs a new multi-year Ferrari deal, extending his role in the marque's successful WEC Hypercar programme.
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Ferrari extends Yifei Ye contract with new multi-year deal

Ferrari has confirmed a new multi-year contract extension for Yifei Ye, securing the Chinese driver’s future with the Maranello manufacturer across its endurance racing programmes. Ye joined the Ferrari family in 2024 and has since become a key member of AF Corse’s #83 Ferrari 499P line-up in the FIA World Endurance Championship. During his first…

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