Aston Martin Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll will make his comeback at his home Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal following a successful treatment for a hand injury he sustained. Stroll had to withdraw from the Spanish Grand Prix due to worsening pain in his right hand that necessitated medical attention. The Canadian driver underwent a surgery on a wrist he had broken in a cycling accident two years ago and has been given the green light to race after testing an older F1 car at Paul Ricard track in France.…
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From Electric to Hypercar: Pascal Wehrlein’s Seamless Transition
Pascal Wehrlein, a high-profile rookie at this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours with Porsche Penske Motorsport, is feeling well-prepared for the challenging race. He achieved sixth place at the Daytona 24 Hours and ninth at the Spa-Francorchamps 6 Hours before entering Le Mans with new team-mates Felipe Nasr and Nick Tandy. Wehrlein, with experience in various racing categories, is confident in his ability to adapt quickly to the Porsche LMDh prototype, noting the stark differences from Formula E. His team-mates, experienced drivers Nasr and Tandy, provide valuable advice and support…
BővebbenSpeed and Superiority: Ferrari Outshines Toyota at Le Mans
Toyota drivers believe that Ferrari currently has the fastest car at the Le Mans 24 Hours test day, posing a potential challenge for them to overcome. Despite giving Toyota the quickest time on Sunday, Brendon Hartley acknowledged the superiority of the #51 Ferrari driven by James Calado. Sebastien Buemi admitted that the Ferrari, especially the #83 car, showed exceptional speed, indicating a significant advantage over Toyota. Hartley emphasized Ferrari’s strength in long runs, with Buemi noting the manufacturer’s progress from the previous year. While Toyota remains optimistic and works on…
BővebbenThe Evolution of F1 Race Calendars: A Glimpse into the Future Beyond 2026
The Formula 1 calendar for the upcoming season was announced early, signaling stability and unity among stakeholders, solidifying a safe investment environment. This proactive approach reminds long-time fans of the aggressive calendar expansions during Bernie Ecclestone’s reign, but with more certainty and fewer contingencies. The 2026 calendar features Madrid’s potential debut, pending circuit completion, continuing the trend of advance notice for track changes. Zandvoort is set to exit after next season, making room for emerging venues like Thailand, Rwanda, and Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya Speed Park. These new additions signify a…
BővebbenThe Future of Racing: Toyota’s Hydrogen-Powered Test Car Makes History at Le Mans 24 Hours
Toyota unveiled the GR LH2 Racing Concept, a hydrogen-powered prototype test car aimed at racing with alternative fuel at Le Mans 24 Hours. Built at Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe in Cologne around the chassis of the GR010 HYBRID Le Mans Hypercar, the GR LH2 aims to advance knowledge of running an internal combustion engine fueled by liquid hydrogen. Details of the engine and hybrid system developed at Toyota’s Higashi-Fuji Technical Centre in Japan were not disclosed. The objective is to test and learn about the combustion engine infrastructure and fuelling…
BővebbenUnveiling the Unforeseen: Gatting’s Account of the Astonishing Pitlane Mishap at Le Mans 24 Hours
Iron Dames driver Michelle Gatting was forced to step down from the Le Mans 24 Hours after a pitlane incident left her with a broken foot. Sarah Bovy replaced Gatting in the all-female Iron Dames Porsche 911 GT3 R line-up due to the unfortunate accident. During a congested pitlane, the car landed on Gatting’s foot while attempting a routine driver change. Gatting remains determined to return to action at the Imola round of the European Le Mans Series on July 6th. Despite missing out on Le Mans, she is focused…
BővebbenRespect Among Rivals: Wittmann Displays Sportsmanship in DTM Clash at Zandvoort
Schubert BMW driver Marco Wittmann addressed the penalty he received during DTM’s Zandvoort weekend, finishing second despite a post-race five-second penalty. He was penalized for allegedly pushing Jack Aitken’s Ferrari wide during an overtake at Turn 1. Wittmann strategically jumped to second place, acknowledging Aitken’s ability to brake later on the racing line. The penalty did not significantly impact Wittmann’s final classification, leaving him just 0.005s ahead of third place. Although challenging Rene Rast for the lead in the closing stages, the tight Zandvoort circuit made overtaking difficult. Despite the…
BővebbenF1’s Bold Move: Breaking Tradition with 2026 Season Launch Decision
Formula 1 has decided not to do a joint season launch for the 2026 campaign, according to Autosport. The successful 2025 season launch celebrated F1’s 75th anniversary with all teams revealing new liveries in London, drawing 1.1 million live viewers on YouTube and 7.5 million in total. The decision not to repeat the joint launch for 2026 comes after discussions with teams and stakeholders. Factors influencing the decision include the uniqueness of the 2025 event for F1’s anniversary and the upcoming regulation changes for 2026, necessitating extensive testing for new…
BővebbenTurkish Superbike Champion Set to Blaze onto the MotoGP Stage with Pramac Yamaha Debut in 2026
Double world Superbike champion Toprak Razgatlıoğlu will debut in MotoGP in 2026, riding for Pramac Yamaha. Yamaha Motor confirmed his move in a statement released early, departing from the initial expectation during the Italian Grand Prix weekend. After winning the Superbike World Championship twice in 2021 and 2024, Razgatlıoğlu will join Yamaha’s satellite squad following eight seasons in the Superbike World Championship. Yamaha’s statement expresses pleasure in welcoming Razgatlıoğlu back to Yamaha and highlights his successful stint in WorldSBK. Transitioning to MotoGP is seen as a strategic decision to showcase…
BővebbenThe Unprecedented Rivalry: F1’s Canadian GP vs. Indy 500 Set for 2026 Showdown
The clash between the Formula 1 2026 Canadian Grand Prix and the IndyCar’s Indianapolis 500 will happen only once every five years, according to Autosport. F1’s 24-race calendar for next year, announced on Tuesday, includes a new race in Madrid replacing Imola, and moves Monaco two weeks back with Canada taking its spot on 22-24 May. The confirmed clash between the Canadian GP and Indy 500 is disappointing news for motorsport fans, but it will be an exception, happening once every five years. F1’s decision to move Montreal closer to…
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