Category: Autosport

Northern Irish racer Chris Smiley surprised the British Touring Car Championship elite by setting the fastest time in free practice at Brands Hatch. His team, Restart Racing, only received their new Hyundai i30 N Fastbacks shortly before the season began but showed strong performance in just their second weekend of competition. Smiley topped the times, closely followed by Adam Morgan in another Hyundai, with Hyundais dominating the top nine. The use of soft Goodyear tires added an element of strategy, with most teams trying out the soft compound in preparation…

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s rookie Formula 1 season has shown promise in terms of raw speed and potential, but Mercedes is looking for improvement in race pace. Despite outqualifying George Russell twice in Miami, Antonelli still finished behind his teammate for the sixth time in as many races. The virtual safety car in Miami led to Antonelli losing positions due to a slower pace on different tire compounds. Team boss Toto Wolff acknowledges Antonelli’s talent and potential, highlighting the need for more experience in managing race strategies. Antonelli himself recognizes the…

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Aprilia factory rider Marco Bezzecchi receives valuable advice from his mentor and former boss Valentino Rossi, who has access to privileged data in MotoGP. Bezzecchi confirmed that he still consults with Rossi, even after moving from VR46 Ducati team to Aprilia. Although Bezzecchi did not reveal whether Rossi has access to his data for analysis, he acknowledged the importance of Rossi’s advice. Aprilia states that only the team has access to rider data, emphasizing confidentiality. Valentino Rossi remains actively involved in mentoring young riders from his VR46 Riders Academy, offering…

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After sustaining life-changing injuries in 2018, Robert Wickens never wavered in his determination to get back behind the wheel of a racing car. Supported by those around him, his comeback is now in full swing with an IMSA SportsCar Championship campaign in a Chevrolet Corvette equipped with cutting-edge hand-controls developed with Bosch Motorsport. Wickens’ unwavering commitment to racing was evident to his friend and former teammate James Hinchcliffe from the beginning, who fully believed in Wickens’ return. Although it took nearly three years, Wickens made his racing comeback, prioritizing milestones…

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The UK racing season is two months old, prompting the restart of the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings with racing rookie Steve Gambrell leading the pack. Gambrell, despite it being his first season, has secured seven wins in various categories with his Porsche, including victories at Britcar Endurance Championship and Classic Sports Car Club. The rankings are determined solely by race wins, irrespective of the event – be it BTCC or a smaller division like Junior Saloons-spec Citroen Saxo. Ali Bray and Ian Bower follow Gambrell closely with six…

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Looking at the 2025 Formula 1 drivers’ standings, it may seem that Mercedes’ George Russell is in contention for the championship due to his consistent performance with podium finishes. However, Russell has not led a race lap this season, coming closest at the Bahrain Grand Prix. Mercedes’ team principal, Toto Wolff, acknowledged the team’s struggle to maintain pace over long runs despite their strong qualifying performances. Mercedes has been able to reduce the gap to pole position in recent races but still faces challenges with long-run pace, resulting in increasing…

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When evaluating Carlos Sainz’s appointment to the directorship of the Grand Prix Drivers’ Association, his opinion on the extensive modern Formula 1 calendar emerges as a pivotal starting point. Sainz’s view underscores his potential value in aiding fellow drivers in their ongoing negotiations with the FIA. The drivers frequently express discontent with the current 24-race schedule and the toll constant travel takes on their personal lives. Sainz, referring to his father’s dedication to motorsport, highlights the challenge of balancing a career with family concerns as drivers age. Amidst such discussions,…

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