Chris Porritt won the Jochen Rindt Trophy feature at the British Automobile Racing Club Thruxton Retro event in a thrilling race against Rory Smith. Porritt’s victory in his 1977 Formula 2 Chevron-BDG B40 was secured by a stunning pass on Saturday, extending his lead to nearly 10 seconds. Despite Smith’s comeback on Sunday, Porritt ultimately finished just over 7 seconds ahead. Mark Harrison finished third on both days in his March 772, while veteran racer Mike Wilds impressed in a Lyncar 005. The event also featured a GT & Sports…
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Dunne’s Remarkable Return: Lighting up McLaren’s FP1 at Austrian GP
Formula 2 championship leader Alex Dunne will debut in Formula 1 free practice with McLaren at the Austrian Grand Prix, replacing Lando Norris in Friday’s FP1 session. Dunne, an Irishman, is in his first F2 season with Rodin after a successful F4 championship win in 2022 and a GB3 runner-up finish in 2023. He is currently leading the F2 series, narrowly ahead of Richard Verschoor, despite a setback at Monaco. Dunne’s progression includes being part of McLaren’s young driver scheme since 2024 and driving in their Formula E project. His…
BővebbenBreaking Barriers: Lindblad Makes F1 Test Debut with Emphatic Run at Imola
Arvid Lindblad, a Red Bull prospect, drove Racing Bull’s 2023 AT04 for his first official F1 test at Imola. Lindblad shared TPC testing duties with fellow Red Bull junior Ayumu Iwasa at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix venue, each handling the car during different parts of the day. As Lindblad gears up for an F1 career with the Red Bull family, he secured an F1 superlicence from the FIA, although he is still 17 and requested special permission from Red Bull to proceed. Despite having previously driven at Imola in February…
BővebbenNorris Triumphs: Austria Marks a Key Moment in Another Epic F1 Journey
McLaren will address Lando Norris’ clash with Oscar Piastri at the Canadian Grand Prix, but the incident will likely remain a topic of conversation at the upcoming Red Bull Ring race in Austria. Norris took responsibility immediately following the incident, which was appreciated by McLaren’s team principal Andrea Stella for aligning with the team’s values, although actions will be taken to avoid such collisions in the future. Discussions on guidance and prevention strategies for Norris will occur internally after everyone has rested and calmed down post-incident. The upcoming race in…
BővebbenVintage Racing Spectacle: Caldwell’s Rare Car Shines at Donington Park HSCC Event
Warburton’s Caldwell Formula Ford is a rare and historic car that made its mark in the racing world back in 1969, winning the SCCA National Formula Ford Championship at Daytona with Skip Barber at the wheel. Andy Warburton’s D9B, one of these rare cars, became his first race car after he bought it in California and brought it to the UK, where it turned into a project for him and his son. Warburton and his son Max now share the car in well-supported championships, with Max proving to be quicker…
BővebbenIndyCar Road America: Palou returns to the top in frantic, fuel-saving race
Alex Palou secured a victory at Road America, showcasing his dominance with a flawless race and strategic excellence in the 2025 IndyCar season. Despite facing challenges and setbacks, Palou expertly managed his fuel and utilized a smart race strategy to claim his sixth win, regaining his position as a championship contender after unexpected results in previous races. Acknowledging the intense competition, Palou commended his team for their exceptional strategy and credited Honda for providing the necessary fuel mileage for success. Making bold moves and overcoming early setbacks, Palou steadily advanced…
BővebbenOsborne’s crazy Oulton Mini weekend as Bearman takes first British F4 win
Jamie Osborne was dominant in the Mini Challenge season’s opening weekends, but faced problems at Oulton Park, giving others a chance to shine. Despite a 64-point lead, fuel system issues during qualifying put his advantage at risk. Osborne started from the back due to a red-flagged session and had a tough race one, finishing 16th. Max Edmundson emerged as the star, winning his maiden Mini race after an eventful battle with front-runners. On Sunday, Osborne made an impressive comeback, gaining nine places from the back to finish second in challenging…
BővebbenShedden Shines: Triumph at Oulton Park Marks Historic BTCC Victory
Gordon Shedden, the three-time British Touring Car Championship title winner, emerged victorious in a thrilling final race at Oulton Park, showcasing his skills in the Speedworks Motorsport Toyota Corolla GR Sport from pole position. Despite unfavorable weather conditions and a disrupted grid, Shedden managed to maintain his lead and fend off fierce competition. Reigning champion Jake Hill put up a strong fight in the West Surrey Racing BMW 330i M Sport, but ultimately fell short due to a series of incidents. The race saw intense battles among the top contenders,…
BővebbenBagnaia Surges Towards MotoGP Title Contention With Remarkable Victory at Italian GP
Francesco Bagnaia expressed his doubts about winning the championship after finishing fourth in the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello, where he struggled towards the end of the race. Despite a strong start battling Marquez brothers, Bagnaia lost the final podium spot to Di Giannantonio, with Marc Marquez winning and Alex coming second. Bagnaia currently sits 110 points behind in the MotoGP riders’ championship, acknowledging the need for changes to his bike setup to stay competitive. Struggling with front-end issues on his Ducati all season, Bagnaia stressed the necessity of finding…
BővebbenHigh-Stakes Showdown: Marquez and Bagnaia Confront MotoGP Race Direction over Italian GP Clash
Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia were called to the MotoGP race direction after a slight touch during the Italian Grand Prix start. The intense battle at Mugello, where Marquez and Bagnaia made contact, resulted in a summons to discuss the incident. Both riders remained mounted on their bikes, with Alex Marquez briefly taking the lead. The race direction meeting aimed to clarify the incident without pursuing penalties. Marquez and Bagnaia shared their perspectives, with Marquez emphasizing the need to establish his pace, while Bagnaia saw the contact as typical of…
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