A Formula 4 World Cup is set to debut in Macau in 2025 as part of the Macau Grand Prix and this week’s Racecraft & Race Cars Roundup has the details. I also have racecraft advice from Filipe Albuquerque, advice on staying in top form while on the road, the future of LMP2 and much more!
Racecraft Tips & Techniques
On-Track
Safe Is Fast has 24 Hours of Le Mans and three-time Rolex 24 at Daytona race winner Filipe Albuquerque answering questions submitted on their social media channels. Filipe answers questions about driving techniques, adapting to different machinery and calming nerves before races. You can watch him answering questions in the video above.
Grassroots Motorsports explains how one way to improve lap times is to improve driver comfort. “It’s no secret that comfortable drivers are fast drivers, and minor quibbles in a sprint race can become arduous slogs in an endurance race–a fact we’ve learned all too well campaigning our V6-swapped NA Miata.”
Terrence Dove explores going beyond fast into the realm of the sublime. “Pretty good isn’t enough — we’re after something sublime.” Read more here.
Alex Kalinauckas in The Athletic explains how Max Verstappen’s racecraft is saving F1 2025 from one-team domination dullness. “ut its domination has already been raked by the torpedoes from another threat. Verstappen once again showed his class. His Japanese Grand Prix victory is the main blemish on McLaren’s season so far and Verstappen might’ve won again in Saudi Arabia, but for a rare Red Bull poor start and Piastri (legally) outfoxing him in their first corner skirmish.”
Off-Track
Bianca Bustamante explains how she stays in top form on the road as she travels in between races. “My biggest travel hack is never unpacking. I’ve got a suitcase with all my essentials like chargers, skincare, clothes, everything that’s a must-have…if ever I‘ve got a last-minute flight or test, I’m ready.”
Race Car & Series Developments
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has announced that the 2025 Macau Grand Prix is set to feature more FIA World Cup racing action than ever before. The World Motor Sport Council has given its approval by e-vote for the creation of the Formula 4 World Cup, together with the return of the FR World Cup and GT World Cup.
The FIA F4 World Cup in Macau will offer the top drivers an incredible opportunity to race in a global field of F4 talent. There will be a rigorous driver selection process, with only the most talented young drivers given the opportunity to compete. Mintimes, the organiser of the F4 Chinese Championship, will be the Single Operator, together with FFSA, responsible for providing the technical support for the FIA F4 World Cup.
PRI speaks to newly appointed: Trans Am President Andy Lally about the series and its future.
Formula 1 is an extremely selective world. What fate awaits those who never make it through its doors? While the transition may not always be smooth, many of them now find happiness in endurance racing. The Race explains.
Jaguar Land Rover has begun testing its Defender Dakar D7X-R prototype ahead of entering the 2026 World Rally-Raid Championship, including the Dakar Rally. Autocar has the details.
To encourage the advancement of women’s motorsport in Japan, Inter Proto Motor Sports organized the first-ever Kyojo Cup in 2017. Eight years later, the all-female Kyojo Cup will embark on a new path by switching to a hybrid F4-spec chassis. Feeder Series tells you all you need to know about the 2025 Kyojo Cup season. Feeder Series explains what to expect in 2025.
Entries are open for the seventh edition of the FIA GT World Cup, which will again be held as part of the 71st running of the Macau Grand Prix on Nov. 14-17. The single-driver GT3 sprint event on the famed Guia Circuit will again feature 12 and 16-lap races, which was won last year by Raffaele Marciello and Mercedes-AMG. Sportscar365 has the details.
Yorkshire-based sportscar manufacturer Ginetta is set to become a surprise addition to SRO’s GT2 platform. Mike Simpson, Ginetta’s CEO of motorsport, has revealed to DSC that the company is currently developing a car for the ruleset that is scheduled to debut in this year’s SRO GT2 Series Powered By Pirelli. It is an evolution of the GTX model, which debuted last year, winning the 2024 24 Hours of Dubai and the Middle East Cup.
Ford’s upcoming factory LMDh program will be exclusive to the FIA World Endurance Championship in 2027 according to Ford Performance global director Mark Rushbrook, who hasn’t ruled out a parallel IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship effort that could begin as early as 2028.
From the Sim Racing Roundup
Team Redline is celebrating 25 years of existence and in last week’s edition of the Sim Racing Roundup you will learn how they got there and what kind of influence Max Verstappen has had on the team. I also have sim racing advice from Daniel Morad, the latest tech reviews and more!
Track Days
In April, Dragon Racing hosted its second “Ready to Race” course of the season at Yas Marina Circuit. Participants completed an intensive two-day program and successfully earned their international race licenses. The course combined classroom-based learning, which covered racing rules, safety procedures, and competitive driving techniques, with practical on-track sessions.
With expert coaching, drivers participated in 10 on-track races, gradually building their skills and confidence to handle real race weekends. The program concluded with a podium ceremony, marking their official entry into the world of competitive motorsport.
With additional Ferrari racing set to take place in the Middle East, Dragon Racing will offer additional “Ready to Race” programs next season for those looking to secure their licenses and prepare for competitive racing. These courses provide an essential gateway to getting on the grid. Check out their website https://dragonracing88.com/ for more information.
Getting behind the wheel of a single-seater is on the bucket list of many car enthusiasts—maybe even you! But beyond fulfilling a lifelong fantasy, this racing experience is also a unique opportunity to learn advanced driving techniques that can be incredibly useful in your everyday life. There are 6 reasons to give it a go according to the Winfield School. You can read them here.
Speaking of dreaming about stepping into the world of single-seater racing, the F4 Training Camp by Winfield is an intensive 3-day program and your gateway to the thrilling world of Formula 4. Designed for sim and karting young racers, this experience covers everything you need to know about becoming a racing driver, both on and off the track. This program offers unmatched preparation for F4 Championships worldwide, providing 360-degree training that enhances your driving skills while fostering personal growth.
There are two camps you can choose from:
Hyundai Motor Company announced on the 8th that it will kick off the ‘Hyundai N Festival’ 2025 season with the first round of races to be held at Yongin Everland Speedway on the 17th and 18th of May.
The new Formula Regional-based AU3 series has been forced to postpone its opening round due to the late arrival of 12 cars from New Zealand due to shipping issues.
Next-gen LMP2 is back in the spotlight, as the tender process for the chassis and powertrain comes to a close for the new-look regulations, which are set to be in place between 2028 and 2032 reports RACER.
Racing & Testing Opportunities
Dragon Racing returns to Europe for the first time since 2018, expanding its racing and testing programs across key championships.
This summer, the team will compete in the Ferrari Challenge, GT Open, and 24H Series and conduct multiple test sessions at iconic circuits.
The campaign marks an important step in maintaining international competitiveness and providing drivers with opportunities to race on Europe’s most renowned tracks.
Customers interested in testing or racing with Dragon in Europe are encouraged to contact us to discuss opportunities. jake@dragonracing88.com
Upcoming Events:
- June 26–29 / Ferrari Challenge / Valencia (CH)
- July 3–5 / 24H Series Racing / Paul Ricard (GT3)
- July 17–20 / Ferrari Challenge / Barcelona (CH)
- July 18–20 / GT Open Racing / Paul Ricard (GT3)
- August 5–6 / Testing / Monza (TBC)
- August 13 / Testing / Spa (CH or GT3)
- August 28–29 / Testing / Red Bull Ring (CH or GT3)
- September 5–6 / GT Open Racing / Red Bull Ring (GT3)
- September 10–11 / Testing / Barcelona (CH or GT3)
- September 18–21 / Ferrari Challenge / Spa (CH)
- September 18–21 / GT Open Racing / Barcelona (GT3)
- September 24–25 / Testing / Barcelona (CH)
- September 24–28 / 24H Series Racing / Barcelona (GT3)
- October 21–26 / Ferrari Mondiali / Mugello (CH)
*CH – Ferrari Challenge
*GT3 – Ferrari 296 GT3
Author: Mark Boudreau
Mark is the publisher of Motorsport Prospects. As a lawyer, he applies his legal background and research skills to assist race drivers by showcasing the resources they need to make their motorsport careers happen.
