Pit Debrief

Kean Nakamura-Berta claims the 2026 FRME title in a thrilling season, with standout performances from Al Dhaheri, Wheldon, and Mumbai Falcons.

A review of the 2026 FRME Trophy: Nakamura-Berta beats Al Dhaheri to title after close competition across four rounds

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago014 mins

The 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy season was an intense and thrilling campaign, full of unexpected twists, exceptional performances, and dramatic showdowns. Over the course of four rounds, the championship unfolded in a highly competitive field, where raw speed, strategic decisions, and nerves of steel proved to be decisive. Kean Nakamura-Berta emerged as…

The 2026 Eurocup-3 Spanish Winter Championship offers intense racing, new tech, and a competitive grid across iconic European circuits.

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Eurocup-3 Spanish Winter Championship

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago014 mins

The Eurocup-3 Spanish Winter Championship returns for its second edition in 2026, offering a highly competitive environment for young drivers looking to hone their skills during the winter months. While a separate series from the main Eurocup-3 championship, the Spanish Winter Championship serves as a vital pre-season training ground, where aspiring drivers race alongside their…

Kean Nakamura-Berta clinches 2026 FRME title at Round 4 in Lusail as standings shift in Drivers’, Rookie and Teams’ battles.

FRME 2026: Standings after Round 4 | Nakamura-Berta completes comback in Lusail triller

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

The 2026 FRME season reached its dramatic conclusion under the lights at the Lusail International Circuit, where Kean Nakamura-Berta overturned a deficit to secure the Drivers’ Championship in Round 4. After a disrupted start to the weekend and two fiercely contested races, the standings now reflect a decisive shift at the very top. Moreover, the…

Salim Hanna converts a reverse-grid start into a Race 2 victory during a disrupted 2026 FRME Trophy race at Dubai Autodrome.

FRME | 2026 | Round 3 | Dubai | Race 2 | Hanna claims maiden FRME win as Safety Cars plague Race 2

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago05 mins

Race 2 of the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy at Dubai Autodrome delivered repeated interruptions, but Salim Hanna controlled proceedings from the front to secure a commanding victory. A reverse-grid format reshuffled the order following Race 1, while multiple Safety Car periods and retirements reshaped the battle behind. Despite the chaos, Hanna capitalised…

2026 FRME Round 3 qualifying delivers split poles at Dubai Autodrome as Kato leads Q1 and Powell shines after a red-flag-hit Q2.

FRME | 2026 | Round 3 | Dubai | Qualifying | Kato and Powell split poles after frenetic twin qualifying sessions

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Qualifying for Round 3 of the 2026 Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) Trophy at the Dubai Autodrome delivered two intense and contrasting sessions, as clear skies and warm conditions replaced the damp challenges seen earlier in the season. Across Qualifying 1 and Qualifying 2, constant lap time evolution, frequent track limits violations, and a red…

Rashid Al Dhaheri wins a chaotic Race 1 at Yas Marina in FRME 2026 Round 2, holding off Nakamura-Berta as penalties and incidents unfold.

FRME | 2026 | Round 2 | Yas Marina | Race 1 | Al Dhaheri controls Race 1 drama to extend championship lead

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

Race 1 of Round 2 of the 2026 FRME Trophy delivered drama, penalties and a late red flag under the Yas Marina lights. Rashid Al Dhaheri seized the lead at the start and never relinquished it, controlling the race despite pressure, track-limit scrutiny and a disrupted final phase. The R-ace GP driver claimed a commanding…

Alex Powell will race for GriffinCore Campos Racing in the 2026 Eurocup-3 season after standout success in F4 and karting.

Alex Powell joins GriffinCore Campos Racing for 2026 Eurocup-3 season

Karishma Persad2 months ago2 months ago04 mins

GriffinCore Campos Racing has confirmed the signing of Alex Powell for the 2026 Eurocup-3 season. The Miami-born driver will race one of the team’s Dallara 326-Toyota cars, strengthening the Alzira-based squad’s line-up ahead of an exciting new campaign. As a result, Powell becomes the third driver announced by GriffinCore Campos Racing, joining Thomas Strauven and…

Rashid Al Dhaheri dominates Race 3 at Yas Marina, mastering restarts and Safety Cars to secure victory in the 2026 FRME Trophy Round 1 finale.

FRME | 2026 | Round 1 | Yas Marina | Race 3 | Composed Al Dhaheri claims victory amid chaos

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Race 3 brought the opening round of the 2026 FRME Trophy to a dramatic conclusion at Yas Marina. Following the chaos of Race 2, drivers faced another stop-start contest shaped by Safety Cars, a red flag and a disrupted start. Despite the interruptions, R-ace GP’s Rashid Al Dhaheri delivered a composed and authoritative drive from…

Christian Ho wins a dramatic 2026 FRME Trophy Race 2 at Yas Marina after Safety Cars, penalties and late-race battles.

FRME | 2026 | Round 1 | Yas Marina | Race 2 | Drama-filled race sees Ho claim Yas Marina win

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Race 2 of the opening round of the 2026 FRME Trophy delivered a dramatic and heavily interrupted contest at Yas Marina. Multiple Safety Car periods, several collisions and a decisive penalty shaped the outcome, while tyre management and restart execution proved crucial. Despite the chaos, MP Motorsport’s Christian Ho emerged victorious after seizing the lead…

Pinnacle Motorsport confirms Alex Powell for FRME 2026

Karishma Persad3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

Pinnacle Motorsport has strengthened its Formula Regional Middle East (FRME) programme by confirming Alex Powell for the 2026 Trophy. The American-Jamaican driver steps up to Formula Regional after an impressive Formula 4 campaign, marking a key milestone in his career progression. Importantly, Powell will line up alongside 16-year-old Emirati-Swedish racer August Raber, forming a youthful…