After a stunning Sunday of Indianapolis 500 qualifying action, Robert Shwartzman and Prema Racing gave us one of the storylines that will go down in the event’s long history, and he’s here to tell us about it on The Race IndyCar Podcast
BővebbenMonth: May 2025
Unraveling the Mystery: McLaren’s Pace Disadvantage Against Red Bull at F1 Imola GP
At the Miami Grand Prix, Max Verstappen denied Lando Norris pole position but finished fourth in the race, nearly 40 seconds behind winner Oscar Piastri. Two weeks later, Verstappen comfortably defeated both McLaren drivers in Emilia Romagna. The turnaround raised the question of Red Bull overperforming or McLaren missing the mark. Both teams brought modest upgrades to Imola, with McLaren adding downforce and Red Bull optimizing its rear corner aero and sidepods. The changes helped keep Red Bull’s tyre temperatures under control, a limiting factor in previous races. Red Bull’s…
BővebbenFranco Colapinto’s Dramatic F1 Return Shakes Up Imola GP Winners and Losers
Who has made the list of Winners and Losers from the 2025 F1 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix from Imola?
BővebbenItalian media call for ‘DRASTIC measures’ despite Hamilton Ferrari comeback
Italian media call for ‘DRASTIC measures’ despite Hamilton Ferrari comeback
BővebbenUnraveling the Mystery: McLaren’s Lost Edge Against Red Bull at F1 Imola GP
At the Miami Grand Prix, Max Verstappen secured pole position, but finished fourth in the race, nearly 40 seconds behind the winner, Oscar Piastri in the McLaren. Two weeks later, Verstappen not only beat the McLaren drivers comfortably at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, but also displayed better tyre wear and strategic skills throughout the race. The turnaround at Imola was attributed to Red Bull’s performance improvements, including optimized aero and better tyre temperature management, as well as McLaren potentially missing the mark with their upgrades. Red Bull’s upgrades for the…
BővebbenPenske Penalized: Newgarden and Power to Embark on Thrilling Indy 500 Chase from the Back of the Pack
Team Penske’s Josef Newgarden and Will Power have been placed at the back row for the Indianapolis 500 due to an illegal car modification issue detected during qualifying. Newgarden and Power were removed from the Fast 12 session on Sunday after a problem with Newgarden’s rear attenuator was discovered, which was also found in Power’s car. Despite attempts to rectify the issue, the modifications were not permitted, leading to their disqualification from pole contention, claimed by Robert Shwartzman. IndyCar officials decided to move Newgarden to 32nd and Power to 33rd,…
BővebbenLegends on the Race Track: Ranking the Top 10 Formula 1 Drivers of All Time
When discussing the best F1 driver in history, it’s a topic that continually sparks debates, with fans and experts alike weighing in. One way to approach this is through statistical analysis of the top drivers. Currently, Lewis Hamilton stands out with 105 wins and 7 World Championships, making him a dominant force in Formula 1. His career achievements, including numerous pole positions and career points, place him at the top of the list for many enthusiasts. Michael Schumacher, with 91 wins and 7 titles, is another legendary figure in F1…
BővebbenIndy 500 Grid Shakeup: Penske Team Sent to Back for Major Violation
Penske drivers Josef Newgarden and Will Power have been sent to the back of the Indianapolis 500 grid for 2025 – in addition to a raft of other penalties – following their removal from the final day of qualifying on Sunday
BővebbenTeam Penske Faces Consequences: IndyCar Imposes Penalties and Suspensions for Violating Rules
Following Sunday’s revelation that Team Penske had illegally modified the attenuator on two of its cars leading up to qualifying, IndyCar has levied heavy penalties on the team. The most consequential sporting penalty is that Josef Newgarden and Will Power will be moved to the back row of the grid for the Indy 500. Both […]
BővebbenThe Uphill Battle: Power and Newgarden’s Journey from Last to Victory in the Indy 500
At Indianapolis Motor Speedway last Sunday, IndyCar officials discovered unauthorized modifications on the rear attenuator of Josef Newgarden’s No. 2 Penske Chevrolet, sparking controversy. While Will Power passed pre-qualifying tech despite modifications, Newgarden did not, leading to their cars being removed from the grid. Originally set to start 11th and 12th, both drivers were penalized after competitors raised concerns about fairness. Newgarden & Power will now start 32nd and 33rd, respectively, at the rear of the field for the Indy 500. IndyCar took strong action, including suspensions, fines, and the…
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