Breakout Formula GT Series Hold GALA In Beverly Hills

AM970 The Answer host interviews Formula GT CEO Arthur "AJ" Chipman, renowned for his work with the Olympic Games and Formula 1, on the prospects for a 2026 Formula GT series season set to visit major international cities. “Formula GT is a fusion of speed, innovation and the lifestyle of tomorrow,” said Formula GT CEO Arthur Chipman. “From the roar of hypercar engines to dazzling live entertainment and immersive digital engagement, this league will redefine what live sports look like in the 21st century.” Image Credit: Image Credit: Katie Marble Photography (2025)

Breakout Formula GT Series Hold GALA In Beverly Hills
Reflections By Lou Leto - Motorsports Journal

It’s not every day that a Koenigsegg is relegated to a quiet dark corner at an automotive event. Justifiably so, as Aston Martin was prominently displayed as a supporter of the newly formed Formula GT in a launch event at a private club in the heart of Beverly Hills. 

 

Motorsport Journal's Lou Leto feted on the "red carpet."

 

The target audience of young influencers, hard-core race fans, or the curious, came in full black-tie, or couture-type gown, or glitz and glam attire, came out in droves to hear CEO Arthur AJ Chipman’s description for his vision of a hypercar international race series. 

 

Koenigsegg ... relegated to a quiet dark corner.

Chipman, with past experience with international events including the Olympics and Formula 1, roused the crowd with his raw emotional description of merging speed, entertainment, culture and style that exceeded the decibel level of the opening musical entertainment.   

 

Aston Martin will be one of the prestige hypercar marks featured in Formula GT.

 

Mexico City, Miami, Los Angeles, London, Cannes, and Dubai are venues identified for the inaugural series in 2026.

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Great crowd engaged in this Black Tie Formula GT GALA. Image Credit: Manny Llanura (2025) 

 

Stage introductions. Image Credit: Katie Marble Photography (2025)

 

Stage introductions. Image Credit: Manny Llanura (2025) 

Formula GT Aims To Set a New Standard for Motorsport:

• The world’s most powerful hypercars engineered by leading global manufacturers.
• Legendary race drivers competing head-to-head on custom-built and street circuits.
• Celebrity, athlete and influencer integrations during live events and broadcasts.
• Immersive fan experiences, including augmented reality viewing and VIP hospitality.
• Advanced broadcasting technology offering global streaming, social interaction and high-definition drama.

Formula GT - each race weekend will deliver a festival-style atmosphere that blends the excitement of motorsport with fashion, music, tech showcases and cultural exhibitions tailored to each host city.

 

... notes from The EDJE

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