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Petrobelli, Gounon and Schiller top sessions at Paul Ricard as GT field prepares for qualifying and six-hour 2026 GTWC Europe showdown.

2026 | GTWC Europe | Endurance | Circuit Paul Ricard | Bronze Test & Free Practice | Mercedes-AMG leads the way after busy opening day

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago07 mins

The opening day of 2026 GTWC Europe track action at Circuit Paul Ricard delivered three distinct but closely connected sessions, each offering valuable insight into the competitive order ahead of race day. Firstly, Giacomo Petrobelli led the Bronze Test with a narrow margin, setting the tone for a tightly packed field. Subsequently, Jules Gounon placed…

AF Corse fields five Ferrari 296 GT3 cars for GT Open 2026, with strong line-ups across Pro, Pro-Am and Am classes.

AF Corse targets 2026 International GT Open success with five Ferrari 296 GT3 entries

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 weeks ago03 mins

Few teams command as much influence in the International GT Open as AF Corse. Year after year, the Italian outfit shapes the competitive landscape, and for 2026, it arrives once again with a formidable presence. In 2026, AF Corse commits to a five-car, full-season International GT Open programme, all built around the latest Ferrari 296…

Genesis Magma Racing prepares for its 2026 FIA WEC debut at Imola, focusing on reliability, learning and steady progress in Hypercar class.

Genesis Magma Racing targets learning curve in 2026 WEC Hypercar campaign

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago07 mins

The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season represents a defining milestone for Genesis Magma Racing, as the marque officially steps into top-level endurance racing for the very first time. This ambitious Hypercar programme signals not only a technical challenge, but also a clear statement of intent from Hyundai’s premium division to compete against the…

Andrea Stella calls for changes as F1 qualifying no longer rewards driver bravery, with regulation flaws exposed at Japanese GP 2026

Stella on how qualifying risks losing its appeal as 2026 Japanese GP exposes F1 regulation flaws

Magdalena Put2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Speaking during the Japanese GP weekend McLaren team principal Andrea Stella urged F1 decision-makers to implement changes to improve the safety and quality of racing under 2026 regulations. During a Saturday media session, Stella reiterated the need for FIA to prioritise safety after the first three races of the season exposed flaws in the new…

In the first part of an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Polish rookie Tymek Kucharczyk opened up on his move to Indy NXT with HMD.

Exclusive | Tymek Kucharczyk: Sending an email opened the door to join HMD Motorsports and Indy NXT

James O'Connor2 months ago2 months ago08 mins

In the first part of an exclusive interview with Pit Debrief, Polish rookie Tymek Kucharczyk opened up on his move to Indy NXT with HMD Motorsports and the good working relationship with his teammates. The 20-year-old was at a crossroads looking ahead to 2026. Having not had significant financial backing throughout his career despite competing…

Carlos Sainz discusses Williams’ struggles in 2026 F1 season

“Not all roads to success are linear”: Sainz discusses Williams’ struggles in 2026 F1 season

Chiara Perin2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Carlos Sainz managed to collect two points so far in the 2026 F1 season, as Williams sits near the back of the constructors’ standings, just ahead of Cadillac and Aston Martin. Although he is ahead of his teammate Alex Albon, both are also battling the FW48 and facing multiple issues. Sainz finished P15 in Australia…

The 2026 FRAC season begins at NOLA Motorsports Park with new talent, returning drivers and a wide-open title fight.

2026 | FRAC | Round 1 NOLA | Preview | Racing America at NOLA opens new era for formula ladder

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

The 2026 Formula Regional Americas Championship (FRAC) season roars into life this weekend at NOLA Motorsports Park, as part of the fifth annual Racing America at NOLA event. Alongside Formula 4 United States Championship and the Ligier Junior Formula Championship, the top tier of Racing America’s Formula Ladder launches a new campaign filled with opportunity….

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Formula Regional Americas Championship (FRAC)

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago08 mins

The Formula Regional Americas Championship (FRAC) enters its ninth season with a fresh narrative and a significantly reshaped grid for 2026. Following a tightly contested 2025 campaign, the series now embraces a new era defined by driver turnover, organisational change and emerging talent. Notably, reigning champion Titus Sherlock has stepped away from single-seaters, while many…

Baron Motorsport enters GT Open 2026 with Andrzej and Adrian Lewandowski in a Ferrari 296 GT3, targeting success in Am class.

Baron Motorsport confirms Lewandowski duo for 2026 International GT Open

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 weeks ago02 mins

Baron Motorsport has confirmed its participation in the 2026 edition of the International GT Open. As a long-standing presence in international GT racing, the Austrian outfit continues its tradition of competing with Ferrari machinery. Led by Philipp Baron, the team will once again field a Ferrari 296 GT3, reinforcing its commitment to the series and…

Daniel Morad returns to GT World Challenge (GTWC) America with TR3 Racing, joining Brayton Williams in a Mercedes-AMG GT3 Evo in 2026.

Daniel Morad returns to GTWC America with TR3 Racing for 2026 campaign

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

Daniel Morad will make a full-time return to GT World Challenge (GTWC) America powered by AWS, after securing a seat with TR3 Racing for the remainder of the 2026 season. The 35-year-old Canadian steps into the Pro-Am class line-up with immediate effect, replacing Will Bamber following his departure from the Florida-based squad. Consequently, Morad will…