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FIA Vice‑President Daniel Coen Attends Media Launch for Nations Cup Caribbean Karting Championship in Trinidad and Tobago

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  • Nations Cup Caribbean junior karting championship will run Aug 13‑16 2026 at Frankie Boodram International Raceway.
  • FIA Vice‑President for Sport – North America Daniel Coen attended the pre‑event media launch alongside competing drivers.
  • The launch highlighted the championship’s role in developing young motorsport talent across the Caribbean.

Trinidad and Tobago will host the Nations Cup Caribbean junior karting championship from August 13 to 16, 2026 at the Frankie Boodram International Raceway in Wallerfield. The four‑day international competition brings together young drivers from across the Caribbean region to compete on a professional circuit.

Ahead of the races, the Trinidad and Tobago Karting Association held a media launch on Thursday, the day before the opening session, where several of the participating drivers were present. FIA Vice‑President for Sport – North America, Daniel Coen, attended the launch, underscoring the federation’s support for grassroots motorsport development in the region. During the event, organizers highlighted how the championship serves as a platform for nurturing talent and encouraging youth participation in karting throughout the islands.

TTT News covered the launch, noting the partnership between the local karting association and the FIA’s North American division. The event also reinforces Trinidad and Tobago’s growing reputation as a venue for international karting competitions, positioning the island as a hub for regional motorsport activity.

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This article draws on reporting by TTT News.