NASCAR's Alex Tagliani to Compete in Radical Cup Canada at the Grand Prix de Trois-Rivieres

For the first time, Tagliani will enter the Emzone Radical Cup Canada, joining the NASCAR Canada Series and the Super Production Challenge for a three‑series triple‑duty weekend.

Tagliani, celebrated for his success in Formula Atlantic, NASCAR, IndyCar, touring cars, and sports cars, is crossing a new frontier: driving a Radical SR3 prototype. He describes Radical cars as “ultra‑light, high‑downforce and fast,” praising how agile and exhilarating they are to drive. His friend, Radical racer Cédric Ohayon, convinced him of the experience’s thrill, and Tagliani seized the opportunity to finally add a Radical to his racing résumé.

Nestled in the heart of Quebec, the Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières (GP3R) is North America's longest-running street race and a must-see fixture on the Canadian motorsport calendar. Since 1967, this iconic event has transformed the streets of Trois-Rivières into a high-octane battleground, hosting everything from touring cars and NASCAR Canada to open-wheel and rallycross action. The tight, unforgiving circuit rewards precision and bravery, while the festival atmosphere complete with fan zones, live music, and a deeply passionate local crowd, adds a uniquely Quebecois flair.

During a promotional preview at GP3R, Tagliani was invited for a spin in a Radical during a media demonstration, likening it to a return to his Formula Atlantic roots. He was visibly impressed by the car’s aerodynamics, braking performance, and sheer speed, “I’ll order one tomorrow!” he said.

Beyond his Radical Cup debut, Tagliani will also compete in his usual NASCAR Canada Series ride and will tackle a Super Production Challenge entry in a BMW - sharpening his versatility across open‑wheel, stock‑car, and touring car disciplines. This marks a particularly striking birthday milestone, his 25th year as a professional driver, celebrated by tackling three distinct categories during one action‑packed weekend

GP3R organisers expect a strong field in the Radical class, with about twenty cars potentially lining up for the series.

From August 8–10, the streets of Trois‑Rivières will come alive as Alex Tagliani pursues a potentially record‑tying fourth GP3R win, this time racing in three different series. Fans will be watching closely as he navigates Radical prototypes, NASCAR stockers, and production‑based touring cars, all in the same weekend.

Radical Canada is the national distributor for Radical Motorsport, offering lightweight, high-downforce SR3 racecars and a true prototype-style experience. With full-service car rentals, arrive-and-drive programs, and white-glove support for customer cars, they make it easy for drivers to compete at a high level in regional and national championships. www.radicalcanada.ca