Karishma Persad, Author at Motorsport | Pit Debrief

LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - NOVEMBER 28: Sprint Pole qualifier Oscar Piastri of Australia and McLaren celebrates in parc ferme during Sprint Qualifying ahead of the F1 GP of Qatar at Lusail International Circuit on November 28, 2025 in Lusail City, Qatar.

F1 | Sprint Qualifying | Qatar GP | Piastri claims pole for Sprint Race; Verstappen 6th

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Oscar Piastri claimed a stunning Sprint Race pole at the 2025 F1 Qatar GP, setting a new track record in Sprint Qualifying under the floodlights at Lusail. The McLaren driver edged out teammate George Russell and championship leader Lando Norris, showcasing the team’s impressive pace throughout qualifying. While Max Verstappen set early benchmarks and briefly…

Qatar GP: Leonardo Fornaroli tops Free Practice in Lusail, but downplays the importance of timing as he eyes Qualifying and the F2 title.

Fornaroli focused on Qualifying after topping F2 Free Practice at 2025 Qatar GP

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Leonardo Fornaroli showcased impressive form as F2 returned to action at the 2025 Qatar GP, topping the timesheets in the afternoon’s Free Practice session. The Invicta Racing driver remained a consistent fixture inside the top three throughout the 45-minute session, and with his final flying lap, completed a 1:38.656, extending his lead at the top…

Giusti reflects on 2025, embraces stability with MP Motorsport and Williams, and sets his sights on a determined 2026 F3 title campaign.

Experience, stability and ambition: MP Motorsport’s Giusti outlines his blueprint for F3 success in 2026 with support from Williams

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Although MP Motorsport and Williams Driver Academy driver, Alessandro Giusti ended the 2025 F3 season tenth in the standings, the Frenchman arrives into 2026 with a sharper mindset and a more defined sense of what is required to fight at the front. His rookie year often showed glimpses of speed and resilience, yet inconsistency in…

Yevan David set to compete in 2026 FR Oceania Trophy with Kiwi Motorsport ahead of F3 debut.

Yevan David joins Kiwi Motorsport for 2026 CTFROT

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Eighteen-year-old Yevan David is set to compete in the 2026 FR Oceania Trophy with Kiwi Motorsport. The Sri Lankan driver will be the first from his country to take part in New Zealand’s prestigious single-seater championship, which enters its 21st season in 2026. This opportunity comes as David continues to build his motorsport career, with…

F3 2025 | Season Review | Mari Boya

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins mins

Mari Boya’s 2025 FIA F3 season with Campos Racing was a study in resilience. The 21-year-old Spaniard’s campaign began amid frustration and poor results, yet ended with him celebrating his career-best finish — P2 in the Drivers’ Championship. Alongside helping Campos secure their maiden F3 Teams’ title, Boya established himself as one of the most…

GB3 teams and drivers intensify winter testing across Europe as preparations for the 2026 season advance with strong early pace and wide participation.

Teams push forward as GB3 completes major winter testing ahead of 2026 Championship

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Just over a month after the GB3 Championship concluded at Monza, teams and drivers have continued working at full speed. Preparations for the 2026 GB3 season have progressed rapidly, with more than 30 drivers testing the Tatuus MSV GB3-025 car across at least six circuits in the UK and Europe. Testing so far has highlighted…

Filippo Fiorentino will move up to Eurocup-3 with Drivex School in 2026, aiming for growth and results with the new Dallara 326–Toyota car.

Filippo Fiorentino to step up to full-time Eurocup-3 with Drivex School in 2026

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Drivex School has confirmed that Filippo Fiorentino will remain with the team for the 2026 Eurocup-3 season, making a significant leap in his racing career. This move sees Fiorentino transition from Formula 4 to a full-time role in the Eurocup-3 Championship. The series will introduce a new technical ruleset in 2026, featuring the Dallara 326…

Rafael Villagómez, Van Amersfoort Racing, F2 2025, P3 in Barcelona Sprint

Exclusive: “I knew we had the speed, but we started from the back” — Rafael Villagómez on his podium finish in the 2025 F2 Barcelona Sprint Race

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The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has long stood as one of Formula 2’s toughest proving grounds. Known for its high degradation, long corners, and demanding layout, it exposes every weakness in car setup and driver rhythm. For Rafael Villagómez, the 2025 Barcelona F2 round represented a weekend of contrasts — a slow beginning followed by an…

Leon Wilson graduates to GB3 with Arden Motorsport in 2026, confident after a successful GB4 season and early testing in the new car.

Leon Wilson eyes strong 2026 GB3 season with Arden Motorsport after stellar 2025 GB4 campaign

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Arden Motorsport graduate Leon Wilson is ready to take the next step in his racing career, moving up from GB4 to GB3 in 2026. The 17-year-old British driver has been part of the Banbury-based team since his car racing debut in 2024, rising through the Arden Young Racing Driver Academy and impressing with his pace…

Verstappen dominates 2025 F1 Las Vegas GP race to claim victory, with Norris and Russell limping across the finish line to complete podium.

F1 | Race | Las Vegas GP | Verstappen dominates a night of clashes and comebacks

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The 2025 F1 Las Vegas GP delivered a chaotic, strategy-heavy race in which Max Verstappen seized early control and never let go, despite multiple incidents and VSC interruptions that repeatedly reshuffled the field. Norris initially challenged but later faded with issues, while Russell battled steering problems yet held onto the podium. Behind them, Piastri recovered…