Category: Autosport

Toto Wolff has taken responsibility for Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s crash during his first Formula 1 outing at the Italian Grand Prix last year, acknowledging that it may not have been the best decision to put him in the car at his home race. Antonelli’s debut was cut short by a major crash at Parabolica, raising doubts about his suitability to replace Lewis Hamilton in 2025, but Mercedes stood by him and have seen promising performances from him this season, despite rookie errors. Antonelli’s highlight was securing sprint pole in Miami…

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Lance Stroll has addressed the suggestions that he should be replaced at Aston Martin following a point drought since the Miami Formula 1 sprint race. Despite a decent start to the season with points in Australia and China, Stroll has struggled to score in subsequent races, with fifth in Miami sprint his best performance in this period. An injury caused him to miss the Spanish Grand Prix, and Timo Glock suggested Aston Martin should drop him during the Canadian GP weekend. Stroll acknowledged the criticisms, commenting in Austria that Formula…

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Pirelli Motorsport is currently hiring a Trackside Engineer to analyze and interpret race data for continuous improvement of the brand in collaboration with motorsport teams. Audi Formula Racing is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead and motivate the department in developing tailored procurement strategies for motorsport/Formula 1 environments. Cadillac F1 Team is looking for an Events & Hospitality Manager to oversee hospitality operations at Formula 1 races worldwide and deliver top-tier guest experiences. Jaguar TCS Racing has an opening for a Control Systems Engineer to support the development and…

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On June 26, 2005, a puncture caused Charlie Kimball to spin out of second place during the final British Formula 3 International Series race at Castle Combe, leading to red flags being incited and his Carlin team-mate Alvaro Parente being declared the winner. A month later, the Wiltshire circuit failed to overturn a noise abatement order, marking the end of a popular five-year stretch for British F3 and British GT meetings at Castle Combe. Trevor Carlin, whose team achieved six wins at Combe between 2001 and 2005, reminisces fondly about…

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Carlos Sainz Sr’s decision to withdraw from the FIA presidential race was not surprising, although his son, Carlos Sainz Jr, expressed disappointment at the outcome. While many in the motorsport community may have hoped to see Sainz Sr take on the challenge, his decision was understood after considering the extensive commitments required for the role. Sainz Sr cited the need to focus on his responsibilities towards the Dakar rally and his team as reasons for his withdrawal. Despite leaving the possibility open for the future, Sainz Jr acknowledged that currently,…

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Ducati factory riders Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia have expressed satisfaction with the evolution of MotoGP stewarding under Simon Crafar in 2025, following a positive discussion at race direction post their contact during the Italian Grand Prix. Both riders agreed that the meetings aimed at understanding situations rather than immediate sanctions were a step in the right direction for the sport. Francesco Bagnaia highlighted the improved relationship and collaborative decision-making process with Simon Crafar, emphasizing the shift towards discussions before penalties are issued. Similarly, Marc Marquez echoed Bagnaia’s sentiments, praising…

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Motorsport Network announced the U.S. debut of the Autosport Business Exchange series in New York City on October 15th at Classic Car Club Manhattan with Toto Wolff, CEO of Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team as the keynote speaker. The event will focus on the Rise of Racing in America, showcasing technology, innovation, modern fandom, and investment entering the sport. Attendees will include top investors, brand executives, and industry leaders by invitation only for an impactful exchange of ideas. The agenda for ABX: NYC will feature exclusive conversations, networking, and insights into…

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Alexander Albon believes that Formula 1’s racing guidelines require further refinement following recent incidents in Spain and Canada. He was forced off track by Liam Lawson at the Spanish Grand Prix and had a similar battle with Franco Colapinto at the Canadian Grand Prix. Albon expressed concerns about the current racing standards in F1, stating that drivers are being forced into risky situations on the track. He highlighted instances where he had to avoid crashes by yielding space, only to be penalized for doing so. Albon mentioned ongoing discussions among…

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Lando Norris, George Russell, Lewis Hamilton, and Ollie Bearman are preparing for their home grand prix at Silverstone with different mindsets. Russell is in top form after his win in Montreal, while Norris is looking to recover from recent mistakes. Hamilton is adjusting to his first season with Ferrari, and Bearman is excited for his debut at the British Grand Prix. The preview also includes coverage of the F1 75 exhibition at the Silverstone Museum and interviews with young British talents competing in F2. The issue features Martin Brundle’s best…

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