Karishma Persad

McLaren’s MCL-HY Hypercar begins testing, blending hybrid innovation and racing heritage ahead of its 2027 WEC debut.
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McLaren MCL-HY Hypercar hits the track ahead of 2027 WEC debut

McLaren has taken a major step in its return to top-tier endurance racing with the reveal and first on-track test of its forthcoming MCL-HY Hypercar. Set to make its competitive debut in the 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), the car represents a bold new chapter for the British marque as it prepares to rejoin…

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Toyota juniors Igarashi and Muto lead Japanese F4 after Fuji, while Toriba dominates the Independent Class opener.
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2026 | Japanese F4 | Fuji (Round 1) | Toyota Juniors take charge as season opens

The 2026 Japanese F4 Championship opened with drama, penalties and breakthrough wins at Fuji Speedway. After two eventful Champion Class races, Toyota junior Buntaro Igarashi emerged as the early standings leader with 40 points, while team-mate Masana Muto followed closely on 33. Igarashi made an immediate statement on debut. He claimed victory in Race 1…

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Five DTM drivers stand out after Red Bull Ring, with Engel leading as Auer, Wittmann, Preining and van der Linde chase.
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Five drivers to watch after the 2026 DTM opener at the Red Bull Ring

The 2026 DTM season opened at the Red Bull Ring with a weekend that offered early direction without delivering firm conclusions. Across Free Practice, Qualifying and Races 1 and 2, the 2026 DTM drivers produced a mixed competitive picture shaped by pace, strategy, Balance of Performance changes, tyre management, and execution under pressure. Mercedes-AMG emerged…

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JP Drake steps up to GT3 with Team BRM at The Bend, partnering mentor Garnet Patterson in 2026 GTWC Australia debut.
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JP Drake to make 2026 GTWC Australia debut at The Bend alonside mentor Garnet Patterson

JP Drake will take a major step in his racing career when he debuts in 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Australia powered by AWS at the upcoming LIQUI MOLY GT Festival The Bend. After impressing in Monochrome GT4 Australia last year, the South Australian now transitions into GT3 machinery for the first time. Drake will…

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2026 | GTWC Australia | Tailem Bend | Preview | The Bend awaits as momentum builds

The 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Australia powered by AWS season continues this weekend at Tailem Bend, where a 16-car grid will headline the LIQUI MOLY GT Festival The Bend. Hosted at Shell V-Power Motorsport Park, the event forms part of the Shannons SpeedSeries’ second round and promises another action-packed chapter in an already gripping…

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Ben Porter replaces Lee Stibbs at Volante Rosso for The Bend GT Festival, reuniting with Alex Gardner for 2026 GTWC Australia Round 2 action.
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Volante Rosso drafts in Ben Porter for Round 2 of the 2026 GTWC Australia at The Bend

Volante Rosso has confirmed a late alteration to its 2026 GTWC Australia driver line-up ahead of this weekend’s LIQUI MOLY GT Festival at The Bend. Ben Porter will step in to replace Lee Stibbs in the team’s Aston Martin Vantage GT3 EVO, bringing significant experience to the squad at a crucial stage of the season….

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Huang and Ghiretti lead GTWC Asia after Round 2 at Mandalika, while Phantom’s wins tighten the 2026 title fight.
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2026 GTWC Asia | Standings after Mandalika (Round 2)

The 2026 GTWC Asia season tightened significantly at Mandalika, as Phantom surged into the spotlight while Huang Ruohan and Alessandro Ghiretti retained control of the Drivers’ Championship. Across two races in Indonesia, strategy, Safety Car timing and decisive overtaking reshaped several title battles. Cheng Congfu and Yu Kuai claimed Race 1 victory for FAW Audi…

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Phantom starred at Mandalika as Cheng, Yu, Liu and Hartog claimed 2026 GTWC Asia wins while Gelael thrilled home fans.
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2026 GTWC Asia | Mandalika | Phanton dominates as Galael shines on home soil

The 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Asia powered by AWS season continued at Mandalika with a weekend shaped by debut brilliance, sharp strategy and Phantom’s commanding pace. Jesse Krohn opened proceedings by topping Free Practice for Team KRC, while Jaxon Evans placed Audi Sport Asia Team Phantom fastest in Pre-Qualifying. However, qualifying turned the spotlight…

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Del Grosso discusses managing pressure, sacrifice, and focus, offering insight into the realities of life in modern junior motorsport.
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Racing up the ladder | “People don’t understand how much effort goes into a racing career” — Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso on sacrifice, social media, and staying focused in motorsport

In an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Emmilio Valentino Del Grosso offered an in-depth perspective on the realities of building a career in motorsport beyond the track, including the sacrifice and focus required. While performance remains the most visible aspect of a driver’s journey, the demands behind the scenes—from managing external pressures to maintaining personal…

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Tom Sargent dominates SRO GT Academy at GTWC America COTA with a perfect score, extending ahead of Sebring’s crucial round.
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Sargent stays perfect as SRO GT Academy battle intensifies at 2026 GTWC America COTA round

of The Americas marked another crucial step in the SRO GT Academy North America campaign. As the initiative progresses, nine young drivers continue their pursuit of a fully funded Silver Cup seat at the prestigious 24 Hours of Spa in 2027. Importantly, the programme focuses on performance data rather than circumstance. By analysing qualifying pace,…

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