Rafaël Pérard on the Eurocup-3 grid in 2026

Gradually, the promotion of F4 France in 2025 could find its path. After the announcements concerning, for example, Lisa Billard in F1 Following his time in the F1 Academy, and with Jules Roussel competing in FRMET this winter, Rafaël Pérard has secured his program for the 2026 season. Seventh in the French championship, he has signed a one-year contract with Palou Motorsport in Eurocup-3. In collaboration with Prema, the Spanish team announced last week the signing of Bianca Bustamante, a former F1 Academy driver.

Seventh in the French F4 Championship in 2024, Rafaël Pérard quickly made his mark, securing second place in the very first race of the season at Nogaro during the Easter Cup. He achieved a total of three podium finishes, having also crossed the finish line in second place in the first race at Magny-Cours. He then finished third in Race 1 at Le Mans.

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Prior to signing with Palou Motorsport, Rafaël Pérard had notably carried out a series of tests aboard a car Having competed in Eurocup-3 at Spa-Francorchamps last November, the Frenchman, who impressed, is embarking on this new adventure, joining several other French drivers who have already shone in the series. Esteban Masson, champion of the inaugural season of this championship, racked up eight victories in 2023. In 2025, Jules Caranta raced for Campos, achieving several podium finishes and securing multiple pole positions despite not winning a race.