Cadillac showcased its strong performance at the 2025 Le Mans 24 Hours by securing the front row of the grid with Alex Lynn and Earl Bamber making late improvements during the Hyperpole session. Porsche initially seemed poised for another pole position, but Lynn and Bamber’s impressive laps in their V-Series.R LMDh cars pushed them to the forefront. Lynn claimed pole position with a time of 3m23.166s, while Bamber followed closely behind in second place with a 3m23.333s lap. The Porsche Penske Motorsport team’s best LMDh car took third place, with…
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Vasseur’s Vision: Ferrari’s Resolute Pursuit of Formula 1 Glory
Lewis Hamilton has expressed his support for Ferrari Formula 1 boss Fred Vasseur amid rumors of Vasseur’s potential dismissal from the team. Despite Ferrari’s current position of being 197 points behind McLaren in the constructors’ championship, Hamilton believes Vasseur is the right person to lead Ferrari to success. Hamilton emphasized his strong working relationship with Vasseur and his commitment to the team’s ongoing efforts. He dismissed rumors about Vasseur’s replacement and reaffirmed his long-term dedication to Ferrari, stating that he is focused on achieving success with the team in the…
BővebbenNavigating the Road to F1 Glory: Hadjar Reflects on Future Challenges
Racing Bulls driver Isack Hadjar recently expressed that he doesn’t feel prepared to drive for Red Bull’s primary Formula 1 team yet and would rather stay on his current path. Despite being a standout driver this season and potentially in line for a Red Bull promotion, Hadjar believes he needs more time to develop at the junior level. With speculation of a potential early debut for Red Bull due to Verstappen’s penalty points, Hadjar remains focused on gaining experience. He acknowledges the challenges faced by his Racing Bulls predecessors in…
BővebbenTom Ingram Takes On Historic Challenge: Racing the Iconic Ford Sierra RS500 at Brands Hatch
British Touring Car Championship champion Tom Ingram will participate in the Super Touring Power event at Brands Hatch for the first time. Instead of competing in the Super Touring races, he will race a Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500 in the Group A events. Ingram has been given the opportunity to drive the Sierra with the iconic Benson & Hedges livery, which is usually associated with the Australian Touring Car Championship. This weekend off from battling his BTCC rival Ash Sutton will see Ingram behind the wheel of a car typically…
BővebbenLittlewood Surges to Second Place with Stellar Performance in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport Rankings
“Marcus Littlewood has surged to second place in the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings, while Ali Bray has strengthened his lead at the top. Ali Bray remains undefeated in the British Racing & Sports Car Club’s Mazda MX-5 Championship, securing narrow victories at Donington Park and extending his lead to 12 wins in the 2025 season. Following his Radical Cup UK wins at Snetterton, Marcus Littlewood now stands as Bray’s closest competitor, climbing 20 spots on the leaderboard. George Line, a Monoposto specialist, moved to third place after claiming…
BővebbenThe Need for Speed: Porsche Dominates Le Mans 24 Hours Practice
Mathieu Jaminet put Porsche Penske Motorsport on top in Free Practice 3 for the Le Mans 24 Hours, clocking a 3m24.717s. Jaminet drove the #5 entry from the German-American partnership. The Jota-run Cadillacs with Bamber and Stevens followed closely behind. The #51 Ferrari led most of the session, but ended up in fourth place. In LMP2, Mathias Beche led the class in TDS Racing’s #29 ORECA-Gibson. Numerous incidents occurred during the three-hour practice, including a red flag caused by AF Corse’s ORECA crashing. In LMGT3, Zacharie Robichon’s #27 Aston Martin…
BővebbenBen Sulayem Leads FIA to Historic Passage of Controversial Reforms in Landmark Political Triumph
The FIA General Assembly recently approved changes to the governing body’s statutes and ethics code, seen as a victory for President Mohamed Ben Sulayem yet criticized for lowering governance standards. The amendments include an earlier candidate declaration deadline, increased presidential influence on FIA Senate, and aligning committee terms with the president’s tenure. Potential candidates can be disqualified based on integrity concerns. The FIA members supported the statute changes with an 83.35% vote, and ethics code amendments with an 88.83% majority. These amendments aim to enhance governance processes and confidentiality, offering…
BővebbenRevving Up Security: 1Password and Red Bull Collaboration Takes Center Stage at Canadian Grand Prix F1 Academy
Partnerships between Formula 1 teams and their brands are on the rise, with sponsorship in the series surpassing $2 billion. The collaboration between Red Bull and 1Password is a prime example, as 1Password unveiled a special F1 Academy race livery for Alisha Palmowski in Canada. Palmowski races for Campos, sporting the Red Bull livery, and a unique paint job was revealed before the Canadian race weekend. The bespoke design by Canadian artist Kirsten McCrea was showcased in Toronto before the Montreal event. Red Bull aims to showcase female talent with…
BővebbenNavigating the New Terrain: Lotterer’s Journey in Adapting to LMP2 Racing
Three-time Le Mans 24 Hours winner Andre Lotterer faced challenges getting up to speed with LMP2 machinery in his class debut for IDEC Sport. Lotterer drove the #18 ORECA-Gibson 07 as part of the team’s partnership with Genesis Magma Racing, set to enter Hypercar ranks next year. Teamed with rookies Jamie Chadwick and Mathys Jaubert after Logan Sargeant’s sudden departure. Despite struggling in qualifying, Lotterer praised the LMP2 car’s agility and speed compared to Hypercars. Lotterer acknowledged overdriving in qualifying due to unfamiliarity with the Goodyear tyres, focusing on improving…
BővebbenIron Lynx’s Resilience Shines as Team Adapts to Unexpected Setback at Le Mans
The Iron Lynx team had to switch the chassis on its #63 Mercedes-AMG LMGT3 following a significant crash during the opening practice at Le Mans 24 Hours by Stephen Grove. Mercedes’ return to Le Mans since 1999 got off to a rough start as Grove crashed heavily during his initial push lap around the Dunlop Chicane, causing the car to miss Wednesday’s qualifying sessions. The front-end damage required the chassis to be replaced with the one used in the European Le Mans Series. Despite most parts being undamaged, the critical…
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