Record Driver Entries for 2026 Asia-Pacific Motorsport Championship in Thailand
The 2026 Asia-Pacific Motorsport Championship gets underway this week with a record entry list of drivers participating at the Bira Circuit in Thailand. The third edition of the highly successful event offers a global platform for the future motor sport stars from across the Asia-Pacific in a celebration of accessible motor sport.
Over 280 drivers from 19 countries have entered the championship this year, a 40% increase on 2025, reflecting the continued growth and accessibility of motor sport in the region. This year six unique disciplines will be contested during the championship with three forms of karting, Auto Gymkhana, Autocross and Esports all on offer.
Hosted by the Royal Automobile Association of Thailand, the championship will build upon the success and legacy of the 2024 edition in Malaysia and 2025 edition in Sri Lanka, which showcased the region’s emerging talent and reinforced the championship’s role as a key stepping stone for young drivers pursuing careers at the highest levels of motor sport.
With record participation and an expanded programme of disciplines, the 2026 event marks another...