Dunne confident race pace gains will unlock elusive Formula 2 victory
Sitting fourth in the standings with five podiums, Alexander Dunne believes resolving his race pace will soon yield a maiden win.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-08-19 09:01:37.802
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Heritage and Homage: Colton Herta on the History Behind His 2026 F2 Helmet Design
Hitech driver Colton Herta has opened up on carrying his father Bryan's 1990s styling and a tribute to Dan Wheldon into his Formula 2 campaign.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-08-18 00:00:00.000
Mari Boya Details F2 Adaptations and Aggressive Driving Philosophy
PREMA Racing's Mari Boya offers insight into his aggressive braking technique, preferred car setup, and the key differences in transitioning from Formula 3 to his rookie Formula 2 season.
Michael de Vries - 2026-08-17 09:28:52.111
Stenshorne Targets Strong Finish After Mid-Season Challenges and Spa Podium
Rodin Motorsport's Martinius Stenshorne discusses his turbulent rookie Formula 2 year, celebrating an early victory and recent Spa podium after a string of non-scoring races.
Michael de Vries - 2026-08-14 10:06:38.677
Oliver Bearman Reflects on Defining F2 Seasons and Key Wins
Now an F1 driver, Oliver Bearman looks back at his two seasons in Formula 2, highlighting the pivotal moments, favourite victories, and how the championship shaped his progression to the pinnacle of motorsport.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-08-13 12:24:12.114
Gabriele Minì Builds F2 Title Bid, Eyes Alpine Opportunity
Gabriele Minì's strong start to the 2026 Formula 2 season, placing him second in the standings, has led to increased simulator work and potential testing opportunities with Alpine.
Michael de Vries - 2026-08-12 12:50:55.900
Beganovic Balances F2 Frustrations with F1 Learning Curve
Ferrari Driver Academy member Dino Beganovic reflects on a challenging Formula 2 campaign, explaining how valuable F1 sessions and insights from Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are helping to rebuild his confidence for a second-half push.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-08-11 11:42:03.355
Schumacher Secures Dramatic F2 Crown in Thrilling 2020 Finale
Mick Schumacher overcame a challenging start and a tense season-closer in Sakhir to secure the 2020 Formula 2 championship, narrowly defeating Callum Ilott.
Michael de Vries - 2026-08-10 13:37:59.965
Varied Journeys Define Formula 2 Drivers' Paths to the Grid
Current Formula 2 competitors Jak Crawford, Nikola Tsolov, and Luke Browning reveal the distinctly varied early experiences that shaped their journeys into top-tier junior motorsport.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-08-07T10:41:24.000Z
Nikola Tsolov Reflects on Championship Lead and Evolving Mindset
As the Formula 2 season pauses, leader Nikola Tsolov discusses the pivotal mentality shift that propelled him to the top and his continuous pursuit of improvement.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-08-07 09:11:28.377
Victor Martins Outlines Realistic Scope of Williams Simulator Role
Formula 2 driver Victor Martins has detailed his involvement in Williams' development work, explaining how simulator testing fits into the broader engineering team.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-08-06T14:44:52.000Z
Rafael Câmara keeps focus on F2 title fight as 2027 F1 rumours build
Unconfirmed paddock rumours link Rafael Câmara to a 2027 Formula 1 seat, but the Invicta driver insists his sole priority remains managing his Formula 2 title campaign.
Michael de Vries - 2026-08-03 00:00:00.000
Budapest Puts Campos on the Brink of F2 History as Title Race Reshapes
León's Feature Race win moves Campos to nine victories this season, one short of PREMA's all-time record, while the championship picture shifts dramatically heading into the summer break.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-30 09:05:54.023
Tsolov Retains F2 Advantage into Summer Break as Camara Closes Gap
Nikola Tsolov holds a 20-point championship lead as Formula 2 enters its summer pause, but Rafael Camara’s July surge has trimmed the gap to second-placed Gabriele Minì to just two points.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-26T11:09:36.000Z
Leon Takes Hungary Feature Race Victory After Timely Virtual Safety Car Pit Stop
Campos Racing driver Noel Leon secured his third Formula 2 win of the season at the Hungaroring, capitalizing on Virtual Safety Car timing to leapfrog Kush Maini and Rafael Camara.
Patrick Koster - 2026-07-26T10:49:16.000Z
Minì claims Hungary Sprint victory as Tsolov and Montoya crash out
Gabriele Minì took his second Formula 2 win of the season at the Hungaroring after championship leader Nikola Tsolov collided with Sebastian Montoya in a late battle for second position.
Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-07-25T13:28:23.000Z
First for MP Motorsport talent Taponen in Hungarian F2/F3 weekend
The F2 and F3 championships prepare for another round in Hungary, where MP Motorsport driver Taponen reaches a major career milestone with his debut.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-24T13:57:59.000Z
Camara Wins Interrupted Spa Feature Race as Minì Salvages Fifth
Rafael Camara controlled a chaotic, red-flagged Formula 2 Feature Race at Spa-Francorchamps to claim victory ahead of Tasanapol Inthraphuvasak and Nikola Tsolov.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-19T09:43:51.000Z
Tsolov wins Silverstone Feature Race to extend Formula 2 championship lead
Nikola Tsolov completed a Silverstone weekend sweep with a Feature Race victory over Rafael Villagómez, opening a 17-point championship lead over title rival Gabriele Minì.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-05T11:34:33.000Z
Tsolov Claims Silverstone F2 Sprint Victory After Last-Lap Pass on Minì
Nikola Tsolov drew level with Gabriele Minì at the top of the Formula 2 standings by pulling off a final-lap overtake to win the Silverstone Sprint Race.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-04T13:59:55.000Z
Camara beats Dunne to Silverstone F2 pole as Mini takes Sprint reversal
Rafael Camara secured his third Formula 2 pole position of the season at Silverstone, beating Alex Dunne while championship leader Gabriele Mini ended qualifying in tenth.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-03T14:45:43.000Z
Tsolov Wins in Austria to Cut Minì's Formula 2 Championship Lead to Two Points
Nikola Tsolov claimed his fourth win of the season at the Red Bull Ring, closing within two points of new standings leader Gabriele Minì as Formula 2 heads into Silverstone.
Michael de Vries - 2026-06-28T09:43:17.000Z
Tsolov Outlasts Dunne and Minì to Claim Fourth F2 Victory in Austria
Nikola Tsolov recovered from front-wing damage to take his fourth Feature Race win of the season at the Red Bull Ring, closing to within two points of championship leader Gabriele Minì.
Michael de Vries - 2026-06-28T09:28:17.000Z
Câmara Penalised for Red Bull Ring Sprint Crash as Tsolov Inherits Point
A post-race five-second penalty for Rafael Câmara has demoted the Invicta driver to ninth in the Austria Sprint Race, promoting Nikola Tsolov into the final points position.
Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-06-27T17:48:32.000Z
Bennett Snatches Austria F2 Sprint Victory With Last-Lap Pass on Montoya
Trident driver John Bennett pounced on a fading Sebastian Montoya in the closing corners at the Red Bull Ring to claim Sprint Race victory after an opening-lap multi-car melee.
Michael de Vries - 2026-06-27T13:18:31.000Z
Leon Beats Dunne to Claim Maiden Formula 2 Pole in Austria
Noel Leon set an unbeatable mid-session benchmark at the Red Bull Ring to take his first Formula 2 pole position, leading Alex Dunne and Campos Racing team-mate Nikola Tsolov in Austria.
Michael de Vries - 2026-06-26T14:51:40.000Z
Kush Maini Controls Barcelona Sprint as Gabriele Minì Claims Second in Late Battle
ART Grand Prix driver Kush Maini led every lap from the front row to secure his third Formula 2 victory, while championship leader Gabriele Minì passed Nikola Tsolov late on in Barcelona.
Michael de Vries - 2026-06-13T13:22:21.000Z
Mini's F2 Path Began with Childhood Fear of Engine Noise
Current Formula 2 competitor Gabriele Mini shared details of his earliest motorsport experiences, revealing his initial entry into karting was marked by a surprising reluctance stemming from engine sound.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-06-09T10:45:02.000Z
Formula 2 Unveils Revamped Logo Ahead of Monaco
The Formula 2 championship has introduced a redesigned visual identity, effective immediately, as teams prepare for the iconic Monaco Grand Prix weekend.
Michael de Vries - 2026-06-01T11:33:17.000Z
Herta Rules Out Indianapolis 500 Double Header Amid F2 Season Focus
Colton Herta has confirmed he will not attempt to combine an Indianapolis 500 entry with his maiden Formula 2 campaign this year, acknowledging the personal cost of the decision.
Michael de Vries - 2026-04-17T18:50:24.000Z
Formula 2 Confirms North American Double-Header for May Calendar
Formula 2 will join the Formula 1 schedule for races in Miami and Canada this May, a decision that follows the cancellation of earlier rounds in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.
Michael de Vries - 2026-04-09T12:49:52.000Z
Story Rejected: Andretti Indianapolis 500 Plans Fall Outside Formula 2 Scope
APEX RACEWIRE has declined coverage of Andretti Global's prospective fourth Indianapolis 500 entry because the underlying report details IndyCar operations rather than Formula 2 development.
Michael de Vries - 2026-03-15T16:56:10.000Z
Herta's F2 Practice Debut in Melbourne Cut Short by Red Flag Crash
Colton Herta's inaugural Formula 2 session for Hitech in Melbourne was prematurely concluded for him after a significant crash necessitated a red flag.
Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-03-05T23:45:49.000Z
Colton Herta Targets F2 Top 10 with Hitech GP on Cadillac's Behalf
Cadillac F1 team CEO Dan Towriss has confirmed IndyCar frontrunner Colton Herta will compete in Formula 2 with Hitech GP in 2026, with a top-10 championship finish deemed an acceptable performance.
Michael de Vries - 2026-02-21T13:29:51.000Z
Roman Stanek joins expanded Kondo Racing lineup for 2026 Super Formula season
Formula 2 race winner Roman Stanek will switch to Super Formula in 2026 after completing extended negotiations to drive a third Dallara-Toyota entry for Kondo Racing.
Michael de Vries - 2026-02-21T08:37:53.000Z
Founding Rosin Family Exits Prema After Over Four Decades
The departure of Angelo Rosin's family members, including René Rosin, marks a seismic shift for the Formula 2 outfit, concluding an era that began with its 1983 establishment.
Michael de Vries - 2026-01-14T02:16:57.000Z
Pourchaire Expresses Disappointment After F2 Title, Eyes WEC Future
Newly crowned Formula 2 champion Théo Pourchaire has voiced his belief that he merited a better outcome following his 2023 title win, as he embarks on a full season in the World Endurance Championship.
Lesley Bakker - 2025-12-19T16:46:38.000Z
Fornaroli Wraps Up 2025 Formula 2 Title with Qatar Podium
Leonardo Fornaroli secures the 2025 Formula 2 championship at the penultimate round in Qatar after finishing second behind Victor Martins.
Michael de Vries - 2025-12-19T08:25:31.000Z
Luke Browning Rules Out F2 Return Following Super Formula Test at Suzuka
Williams junior Luke Browning has ruled out a second season in Formula 2 after finishing fourth in his rookie campaign, turning his focus toward a 2026 Super Formula seat following a test with Kondo Racing.
Michael de Vries - 2025-12-15T13:34:58.000Z
F2 Champion Leonardo Fornaroli Joins McLaren Driver Development Programme
Formula 2 champion Leonardo Fornaroli has been signed to McLaren's driver development programme as a test and development driver following his back-to-back junior title wins.
Michael de Vries - 2025-12-02T07:59:18.000Z
Dunne Free Agent After McLaren Exit as Red Bull Rumours Swirl
Formula 2 frontrunner Alex Dunne has unexpectedly parted ways with McLaren's junior programme, but paddock talk linking the Irishman to an imminent Red Bull deal remains unconfirmed.
Michael de Vries - 2025-10-02T12:17:29.000Z
Rosberg Claimed First GP2 Title After Bahrain Showdown
The inaugural GP2 Series, now known as Formula 2, culminated in a tense championship decider in Bahrain in late September 2005, where Nico Rosberg ultimately triumphed over Heikki Kovalainen.
Michael de Vries - 2025-09-30T12:28:21.000Z
€1 Million F3 Prize Pool Set to Boost F2 Ascensions
Formula 3 has unveiled a new €1 million prize fund, effective from the recently concluded 2025 season, designed to provide crucial financial backing for its top drivers as they aim for a seat in Formula 2.
Michael de Vries - 2025-09-24T15:37:50.000Z
Benavides Campaign Illustrates Stiff Challenges Facing American Drivers on Formula 2 Ladder
An analysis of American drivers in GP2 and Formula 2 shows how premature promotion can stall progress, with Brad Benavides' scoreless 2023 campaign underscoring the championship's steep learning curve.
Lesley Bakker - 2025-09-14T14:39:47.000Z
Colton Herta risks career with 2026 F2 move to target 2027 Cadillac seat
Proven professional racer Colton Herta will step back to Formula 2 in 2026 as a Cadillac F1 test driver in what he calls his final attempt to reach Formula 1.
Lesley Bakker - 2025-09-05T07:00:02.000Z
Colton Herta set for 2026 Formula 2 move following Cadillac appointment
IndyCar race winner Colton Herta will make a surprise move to Formula 2 in 2026 alongside his newly confirmed role as test and development driver for Cadillac's upcoming Formula 1 entry.
Michael de Vries - 2025-09-04T11:07:51.000Z
F2 Title Contender Leonardo Fornaroli Favours Consistency Over Race Victories
Leonardo Fornaroli admits he did not initially enjoy motorsport, but a mindset built on consistency has established him as a leading Formula 2 title contender.
Lesley Bakker - 2025-08-17T09:00:02.000Z
Real Madrid Star Courtois Eyes Future F2 Team Ownership
Football icon Thibaut Courtois has publicly shared his ambition to enter Formula 2 as a team owner, alongside plans to compete in GT3 racing.
Michael de Vries - 2025-07-27T10:47:10.000Z
British GP Hosts Historic Four-Tier Single-Seater Weekend
Formula 1, Formula 2, Formula 3, and British Formula 4 are set to appear on the same race weekend bill for the first time at Silverstone.
Michael de Vries - 2025-05-14T10:10:10.000Z
Victor Martins Joins Williams Driver Academy After Alpine Exit
French racer Victor Martins has signed with the Williams Racing Driver Academy following his departure from Alpine's junior setup.
Michael de Vries - 2025-03-31T13:49:00.000Z