2026 Freddie March Memorial Trophy preview | Goodwood Revival
The Freddie March Memorial Trophy presented by Cazenove Capital is named in honour of Freddie March, the ninth Duke of Richmond, who established the Goodwood Motor Circuit in 1948 and was a keen racer himself. It’s inspired by the legendary Goodwood Nine Hour races, and at the Goodwood Revival presented by Dunlop it’s held as a two-driver, hour-long affair.
When is the 2026 Freddie March Memorial Trophy?
While the Goodwood Nine Hours fixtures raced long into night in period, its reimagining at the Revival is a far shorter fixture. Official Practice for the Freddie March Memorial Trophy is set for 15:15 on Friday, with the race scheduled for Sunday at 10:30. Make sure to be trackside to watch these ‘50s sportscars sprint around the circuit, and hear the engines roar.
Who’s competing in the 2026 Freddie March Memorial Trophy?
Year after year, the Freddie March Memorial Trophy delivers an elite grid of racing royalty, and this year promises to be a thriller. Defending champions Jenson Button and Alex Buncombe are back to defend their crown after securing a stunning maiden win as team-mates last year. Four-time victor Gary Pearson is also hunting for a historic fifth win, while veteran experts Bill Shephard and Christopher Mann throw their hats into the ring.
Which cars are competing in the 2026 Freddie March Memorial Trophy?
A race this historic always brings the event's finest cars to the track, offering spectators an intimate look at rare beauties ready to compete. This year sees the return of legendary previous winners including the Jaguar C-type, HWM-Jaguar and the iconic Aston Martin DB3S. They’ll share the grid with rarities including the Ford Thunderbird ‘Battlebird’, Jaguar XK 140 “Gomm Special”, the Frazer Nash Targa Florio Mk II and the Frazer Nash Mille Miglia. While British and American marques dominate the field, the lone Italian contender — the striking Alfa Romeo 6C 3000 PR 'Disco Volante’ — is sure to make its formidable presence known.
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