The 23rd season of Porsche Carrera Cup Asia is set to ignite with a historic 30-car grid representing 12 countries and regions, marking one of the most competitive line-ups in the championship’s history. The action begins with the Official Test Days at Zhuhai International Circuit on 28 February – 1 March, where teams and drivers will clock 12 hours of track time to prepare for an electrifying season ahead.

Racing kicks off in style as the championship supports the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai International Circuit from 13–15 March. The season then returns to Zhuhai for its first race rounds there since 2021.

In May, Fuji Speedway makes a long-awaited comeback to the calendar after a seven-year absence. July brings the drivers to Thailand’s famous street circuit at Bangsaen Street Circuit, alongside the ever-popular Bangsaen Grand Prix.

August promises high drama with a triple-header at Sepang International Circuit, before the championship once again starts and concludes under the bright lights of Marina Bay Street Circuit from 9–11 October.

Notably, 2026 will also see the series become the first One-Make championship to race the new Porsche 911 Cup (992.2) in Shanghai, ushering in a new era of competition.

The Pro category is stacked with elite talent. Porsche Junior Marcus Amand returns full-time after a sensational guest appearance in 2025, where he claimed two wins and two pole positions. Now driving the #3 entry for Team Shanghai Yonda BWT, the Franco-Finn replaces 2025 champion Dylan Pereira and aims to mount a title challenge alongside his campaigns in international Porsche competitions.

French ace Marvin Klein debuts in the Asian series with Absolute Racing in the #88 Porsche 911 Cup (992.2). A former Porsche Carrera Cup France champion and front-runner in Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup, Klein adds serious pedigree to the field.

Ling Kang reunites with Origine Motorsport in the #87 car, hoping to replicate the success he enjoyed at Shanghai during his maiden appearance in 2021.

The Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Talent Pool Presented by Michelin further strengthens the Pro field. Rodrigo Dias Almeida and Marco Giltrap return, joined by six promising newcomers including two-time F1 Academy race winner Amna Al Qubaisi for Team Jebsen and Malaysian sim-racing graduate Naquib Azlan for Team Porsche Malaysia. The Talent Pool also features young Formula 4 standouts Alex Sawer, Seth Gilmore and 17-year-old Josh Berry, the youngest member of the programme.

Reigning Pro-Am champion Bao Jinlong returns with Origine Motorsport, targeting a remarkable seventh class title. He faces stiff opposition from 2022 champion Lu Wei, who has since impressed in GT World Challenge Asia.

Francis Tjia, last year’s runner-up, is back with OpenRoad Racing seeking redemption, while Wang Zhongwei adds further depth to Origine Motorsport’s challenge.

Absolute Racing’s Anderson Tanoto commits to a full campaign, though he will miss the Official Test Days, with Montego Maassen and Dylan Estre stepping in temporarily.

The Am category sees defending champion Henry Kwong return alongside his brother Eric Kwong for Bergwerk. Their 2025 title battle went down to the wire in Singapore, with Henry prevailing by just four points.

Yan Chuang returns aiming to climb higher in the standings, while several former guest drivers now embark on full-season campaigns. Cao Qikuan, Roy Tang, Wu Jiaxin and Simon Chan all demonstrated podium pace in 2025 and will look to convert that experience into championship contention.

Dominic Tjia rejoins with OpenRoad Racing, and two debutants—Ning Li and Liu Chao—add fresh energy to the grid.

The Masters class returns for its second season following a thrilling inaugural year. Adrian D’Silva clinched the maiden title after a fierce season-long battle and now aims to defend his crown.

John Shen and Jacky Wu, both race winners last season, are back to challenge once more. Han Songting will also participate during the Zhuhai test weekend alongside Wu.

The 2026 season continues its strong backing from Michelin, Mobil 1, CTVS, DSV and Sacred, with Conspit joining as a new partner to enhance the hospitality experience with advanced simulators.

Six dealer-supported entries will contest the Porsche Dealer Trophy. Defending champions Team Shanghai Yonda BWT return, joined by Team Porsche New Zealand, Team Jebsen and Porsche Own Retail 69 Team. Porsche Centre Adelaide and Team Porsche Malaysia enter the competition aiming to disrupt the established order.

The Official Test Days at Zhuhai provide four sessions across two days, offering drivers 12 hours of valuable track time and seven sets of tyres to familiarise themselves with the new Porsche 911 Cup (992.2).

With a record grid, a refreshed calendar featuring iconic circuits, and an exciting blend of seasoned champions and emerging stars, the 2026 Porsche Carrera Cup Asia season promises high-speed drama from the very first green flag.