AIR RACE X 2026 Series Opening Race – Official Results ©AIR RACE X The official results of the opening race of the 2026 season of "AIR RACE X," the world's premier air racing championship, held on Sunday, June 28, 2026, are now available. The victory went to rising star Aaron Driu, who made a strong impression during his debut last season. With the rest of the field closely trailing behind, the championship has kicked off with fierce competition right from the first race. The emergence of new talent, seasoned pilots showing their strength, and challenges for the title reclaim—highlights of the 2026 season opener are available on the official AIR RACE X YouTube channel. In the extreme conditions of speeds up to 400 km/h and maximum G-forces of 12G, eight of the world's top pilots compete for thousandths of a second in the aerial motorsport known as "AIR RACE X." The second race will be held on Sunday, July 19. This season promises non-stop excitement, with every race crucial to the outcome. Key Highlights of This Release - The 2026 opening race was won by rising star Aaron Driu in his first career victory. - A tightly contested podium with Martin Sonka (Czech Republic) in second and Yoshihide Muroya (Japan) in third. - Muroya secured third place by narrowly defeating last year's champion, Patrick Davidson (South Africa), in a hard-fought battle. - Race 2 will be streamed live on Sunday, July 19 via the official AIR RACE X YouTube channel. The official fan engagement program "UNLOCK (Episode 1 and Episode 2)" is also currently available and receiving positive feedback. Official Results – Opening Race The three pilots who made the podium at the 2026 series opener ©AIR RACE X Winner | Aaron Driu (Australia) A rising star who debuted last season and immediately stood out. Carrying that momentum forward, he claimed a dominant top time in the season's opening race. 2nd Place | Martin Sonka (Czech Republic) A proven contender who frequently reached the podium during the Red