Karishma Persad, Author at Motorsport | Pit Debrief

Doriane Pin Announced as Junior and 2025 F1 Academy Driver

“It depends on the final result” — Doriane Pin on future after 2025 F1 Academy Championship

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins mins

As the 2025 F1 Academy season reaches its decisive stages, French driver Doriane Pin finds herself at a significant crossroads in her career. With strong performances already behind her and the prospect of securing the championship still in sight, the 21-year-old is considering where her long-term path may lead. For many drivers, the dream of…

Chinese racing driver Yuanpu Cui will race in the 2026 Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Championship with mtec Motorsport, beginning in January.

Yuanpu Cui to race with mtec Motorsport in 2026 CTFROT

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 days ago02 mins mins

Chinese junior racing driver Yuanpu Cui will compete in the prestigious 2026 Castrol Toyota FR Oceania Trophy (CTFROT). He will race with mtec Motorsport in this highly competitive four-round series, which begins in January at Hampton Downs and concludes with the 70th New Zealand Grand Prix at Highlands Motorsport Park. Rising star in motorsport Many…

Théophile Naël, Van Amersfoort Racing, F3 2025

F3 2025 | Season Review | Théophile Naël

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago06 mins mins

Théophile Naël’s rookie season in the 2025 FIA F3 Championship with Van Amersfoort Racing (VAR) stands as a testament to resilience, adaptability, and raw pace. Entering one of the toughest junior categories in world motorsport, the 18-year-old Frenchman impressed from the outset, claiming three podiums and finishing eighth overall in the Drivers’ Championship. His journey…

Eurocup-3 2025 season finale at Barcelona sees wins for Sztuka and Cárdenas as Rinicella secures second and MP Motorsport dominate.

Eurocup-3 | 2025 Round 8 | Barcelona | Sztuka and Cárdenas sign off the season in style as Rinicella clinches Championship runner-up

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The 2025 Eurocup-3 season reached its conclusion at Barcelona with two dramatic races that reshuffled the final standings behind already crowned champion Mattia Colnaghi. Kacper Sztuka and Andrés Cárdenas shared the race victories, while Valerio Rinicella’s consistency across the weekend secured him second place in the Drivers’ Championship. MP Motorsport capped off a dominant year…

Théophile Naël takes victory in the 2025 FIA FR Macau GP Main Race after a dramatic late restart, with Boya and Deligny on the podium.

2025 Macau GP | FIA FR World Cup | Main Race | Naël win after chaotic race with Boya and Deligny on the podium

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The 2025 Macau GP saw intense action and thrilling drama throughout the FIA Formula Regional (FR) World Cup Main Race. Held on the iconic Guia Circuit, the 15-lap race unfolded under clear, warm conditions, delivering high-stakes battles, multiple Safety Car periods, and a dramatic series of twists. After a dominant performance in the Qualifying Race,…

Ugo Ugochukwu, McLaren Development Driver, Prema Racing, F3 2025,

McLaren junior Ugochukwu “pretty happy with the progression throughout the year” after “challenging” 2025 F3 rookie season

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Despite finishing 16th in the 2025 FIA Formula 3 Drivers’ Championship, Ugo Ugochukwu insists his confidence is only growing. The 18-year-old American, now with Campos Racing after racing with Prema for a third consecutive season, sees the campaign as a year of progress, reflection, and preparation for greater challenges ahead. Assessing the 2025 F3 Campaign…

2025 FIA FR World Cup - Macau GP- Qualifying Race podium

2025 Macau GP | FIA FR World Cup | Qualifying Race | Slater powers to victory, with Boya and Naël on the podium

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The 2025 FIA Formula Regional (FR) Qualification Race at the Macau GP began under the sunny skies of the Guia Circuit, setting the stage for a high-stakes 10-lap showdown. The warm and dry conditions created an ideal environment for what was anticipated to be a fiercely contested race. Drivers from across the globe, representing various…

Jack Taylor, 17, will race for Giles Motorsport in the 2026 FR Oceania Trophy, aiming for success in New Zealand after a strong season in GB4.

Jack Taylor set to compete in 2026 FR Oceania Trophy with Giles Motorsport

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 days ago02 mins mins

Australian racing talent Jack Taylor, 17, is set to kick off an exciting 2026 motorsport season by joining the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy in New Zealand. After a standout season in the 2025 GB4 Championship in the UK, Taylor is eager to race closer to home with Giles Motorsport, marking his debut in…

Zachary Boodram with father Franklyn and grandfather Frankie, Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobago’s Zachary Boodram on Caribbean motorsport talent and sponsorship challenges

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago010 mins mins

Trinidad and Tobago has long been known for Carnival, steelpan, and its legendary sporting heroes in cricket, football and athletics. Yet tucked into the nation’s cultural fabric is another story: one of engines, circuits, and a family dynasty that has defined racing in the Caribbean for decades. At the centre of that story today stands…

All 10 current F1 teams have reaffirmed their commitment to sponsor an F1 ACADEMY livery and driver in the all-female series.

F1 Academy and Formula 1 expand partnership with historic, multi-year deal

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins mins

In a major move that underscores the sport’s growing commitment to female drivers, F1 Academy and Formula 1 have confirmed a groundbreaking, multi-year partnership. Under this agreement, all 10 current Formula 1 teams will sponsor one driver each in the all-female racing series, further strengthening F1’s efforts to foster female talent in motorsport. A new…