Talk Motorsport

Each year, Race Retro welcomes a stellar line-up of motorsport legends,from rally champions and Formula One drivers, to the brilliant minds behind engineering and car design, onto the Talk Motorsport stage.

Join us over the weekend for engaging interviews, lively conversations, and autograph opportunities with our guests.

 

Confirmed for 2026...

Stig Blomqvist – World Rally Champion

Few names in rallying command the respect and admiration of Stig Blomqvist. The 1984 World Rally Champion claimed his title at the very peak of rallying’s most legendary era — the fierce Audi vs Lancia battle that defined Group B and changed the sport forever.

Hearing Stig talk about that extraordinary period, and his time driving for one of the most iconic rally teams ever assembled, is a rare opportunity for any motorsport fan. 

And just when you think it can’t get any better… you can watch Stig in action on our live rally stage.

Stig Blomqvist
Liam Doran

Liam Doran

X Games gold medallist and FIA World Rallycross competitor, Liam Doran has built a career on doing things his own way. From top-level rallycross to creating 2025’s standout twin-engine Mini pickup, he’s always pushing the limits.

Catch Liam on the Talk Motorsport Stage, where he’ll share his stories and showcase his cars — and there’s more to come on the surprises he has in store at Race Retro!

Hollie McRae  

Hollie McRae is one of the freshest voices in motorsport media, working across the BRC and Junior WRC. With rallying in her DNA as the daughter of Colin McRae, she’s forging her own path, bringing modern rally stories to life from the service park and beyond.

We’re thrilled to welcome Hollie to the Talk Motorsport Stage at Race Retro!

Hollie McRea
Alex Brundell

Alex Brundell – Endurance Champion

With nine Le Mans 24 Hours to his name, plus Daytona, Sebring and Nürburgring under his belt, he’s raced at the very highest level — collecting championships, hard-fought podiums and unforgettable stories along the way.

From restoring classics in the UK’s Motorsport Valley to analysing Formula One for F1TV, Alex bridges generations of racing with rare authority. On the Talk Motorsport stage, expect sharp insight, brilliant stories, and a genuine racer’s perspective on the sport we all love.

See who appeared in the 2025 speaker line-up

Photograph of Ari Vatanen © Pete Austin
Photograph of  Rauno Aaltonen © Rene Rossmann

Photographs of Jason Plato, Louise Aitken-Walker, David (Dai) Llewellin and Tom Llewellin © Indira Flack