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F3 drivers praise the Madring's character and challenge after two days of testing ahead of the championship's 2026 Madrid finale.
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“One of the most difficult tracks I’ve ever driven”: 2026 F3 drivers give Madring verdict after challenging two days of testing

Karishma Persad08 mins

The 2026 F3 drivers have given the new Madring an overwhelmingly positive first verdict after completing two days of in-season testing at the circuit ahead of its competitive debut. Across the test, the 5.4km Madrid venue provided a demanding combination of high-speed commitment, close barriers, elevation changes and technical sections. With nobody holding previous racing…

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Ugo Ugochukwu sets the fastest time of F3’s Madring test on Day 2, while championship rival Freddie Slater tops the afternoon.
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2026 F3 In-Season Testing | Madrid | Ugochukwu tops final day at the Madring

Karishma Persad06 mins

Ugo Ugochukwu ended the two-day 2026 F3 in-season test at the Madring in Madrid with the fastest time overall, leading the second morning session for Campos Racing with a 1:49.034. The American finished 0.193s ahead of Van Amersfoort Racing’s Hiyu Yamakoshi in the faster qualifying-focused morning running, while Enzo Deligny completed the top three. Championship…

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Freddie Slater praises the Madring after topping Day 1 of F3 testing, as TRIDENT builds knowledge ahead of the season finale.
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Slater praises “incredible” Madring after topping opening day of F3 testing

Karishma Persad05 mins

Freddie Slater praised the new Madring circuit after topping the opening day of F3 in-season testing for TRIDENT in Madrid. The championship leader set a 1:50.343 during Monday afternoon’s running to finish fastest overall, having already shown competitive pace throughout the opening day. The test also gave Slater and TRIDENT their first opportunity to collect…

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F3 heads to Madring for a two-day in-season test as all 30 drivers prepare for the new circuit and the final two rounds of 2026.
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2026 F3 In-Season Testing | Madrid | Preview | F3 heads to new Madring circuit for crucial two-day in-season test

Karishma Persad05 mins

FIA Formula 3 returns to action following its summer break with a two-day in-season F3 test at the brand-new Madring circuit in Madrid on 24–25 August. All 30 drivers will receive their first opportunity to experience the 5.416-kilometre venue, which will host the final round of the 2026 F3 season in September. The test gives…

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Brad Benavides leaves AIX Racing after two F3 seasons as he continues his recovery from the injury sustained in Monaco earlier in 2026.
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Benavides departs AIX Racing as recovery from Monaco F3 Round injury continues

Karishma Persad03 mins

AIX Racing has confirmed Brad Benavides’ departure from the team as the American continues his recovery from the injury he sustained during the 2026 F3 weekend in Monaco. The announcement brings an end to a two-season partnership between Benavides and AIX, during which he became an established part of the team’s F3 programme. His recovery…

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Brando Badoer reflects on his improved 2026 F3 campaign, Monaco victory and Rodin’s progress as he targets a strong final two rounds.
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Badoer keeps title-fighter mentality as improved 2026 F3 campaign reaches final rounds

Karishma Persad07 mins

Brando Badoer believes hard work and a stronger foundation with Rodin Motorsport have driven his significant step forward during the 2026 F3 season. With two rounds remaining, the Italian sits fifth in the Drivers’ Championship after claiming four podiums, including his breakthrough Feature Race victory in Monte Carlo. The campaign has marked a clear improvement…

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