Mazda names nominees for 2026 MX-5 Cup and SMX Shootout
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 1:13 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Mazda Motorsports has announced the nominees for the 2026 Mazda Shootout, designated for the Spec MX-5 (SMX) and MX-5 Cup categories. The competition aims to award scholarships totaling over $300,000 to support aspiring drivers in their racing careers. The Shootout represents an annual opportunity for these drivers to enhance their prospects in motorsports. Details on the nominees and the final outcomes will emerge as the competition progresses.
- •Mazda Motorsports selects nominees for the 2026 Mazda Shootout.
- •Scholarships exceeding $300,000 will be awarded to participants.
- •The competition includes Spec MX-5 and MX-5 Cup categories.
- •Results and further details will be revealed as the event unfolds.
- 1:13 PMRacer — Mazda selects nominees for MX-5 Cup and SMX Shootout
"Mazda Motorsports has determined the list of nominees eligible for the 2026 Mazda Shootout, an annual competition that awards multiple scholarships in two categories: Spec MX-5 (SMX) and MX-5 Cup. At the end, Mazda will give away more than $300,000 to help promising drivers achieve their racing dreams.
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