Category: Autosport

At the recent Dutch Grand Prix, Marc Marquez achieved his 68th premier class win, tying Giacomo Agostini’s record, and reaching a total of 94 victories across all categories. His inner circle highlighted the significance of his triumphs, reflecting on his remarkable journey. After overcoming a three-year personal struggle, starting with a severe arm injury in 2020, Marquez has now transitioned to the factory Ducati team and is on the path to his seventh premier class title and ninth overall championship. Having entered the world championships in 2008 at just 15…

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Christian Horner has been removed as CEO of the Red Bull Formula 1 team with immediate effect, after leading the squad since its inception 20 years ago. Horner’s departure comes amid Red Bull’s decline in performance, currently standing in fourth place in the constructors’ championship halfway through the 2025 season. Max Verstappen continues to shine with two victories this season, but overall, the team has struggled following McLaren’s resurgence last year. Amidst these changes, Red Bull has also lost key personnel to other teams, with uncertainty surrounding Verstappen’s future despite…

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After a disappointing qualifying run at Formula 1’s British Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc hinted at a mysterious problem with his Ferrari that has been affecting him in high-speed corners, now revealed to be related to power steering. Leclerc launched an expletive-laden tirade via team radio after a mistake in qualifying, dropping him to sixth place on the grid. Leclerc expressed frustration over a gremlin in the SF-25, particularly in high-speed corners like those at Silverstone, causing difficulties driving at the limit. The issue seems to be specific to qualifying sessions…

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Gresini Ducati rider Alex Marquez is determined to compete in the upcoming German Grand Prix despite suffering a hand injury in a recent MotoGP race in the Netherlands. Having undergone surgery post-crash, Marquez’s team confirmed his intentions to participate at the Sachsenring, pending a fitness check on Thursday. Currently second to his brother Marc in the MotoGP championship standings by 68 points, Marquez’s goal in Germany is to maintain his position against Francesco Bagnaia. Another injured rider, Luca Marini, is set to return after missing three races following a testing…

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The memorial service for Eddie Jordan in Westminster was filled with laughter, music, and warmth, reflecting his colorful life and spirit. Family, friends, and F1 acquaintances gathered to celebrate the achievements of the late Formula 1 team owner who passed away at the age of 76 in March. The event was hosted by his former BBC colleagues Jake Humphrey and David Coulthard, with performances by a variety of musicians and singers to honor Jordan’s love for music. Former F1 drivers, including Damon Hill and Jean Alesi, were in attendance to…

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Fernando Alonso expressed frustration over not receiving the same strategy as teammate Lance Stroll in the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, where Alonso finished ninth while Stroll climbed to seventh. Stroll benefited from a well-timed pit stop strategy, jumping into podium contention at one point, while Alonso fell back due to different timing on pit stops. Alonso mentioned that Stroll’s side of the garage tends to be more accurate in decision-making during races, leading to his frustration with their differing strategies. Despite Alonso’s vast experience, he emphasized the importance of…

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FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem expressed his support for Formula 1 transitioning to more affordable V8 engines by the 2029 season, while also mentioning the possibility of a 12th team entering the grid. Ben Sulayem disclosed his optimism and backing for the V8 engine shift during discussions with journalists at the British Grand Prix, emphasizing the need for cost-effectiveness and sustainability. He emphasized the complexity and high costs of the current power units and highlighted the necessity for a swifter transition to the V8 format. Ben Sulayem had previously advocated…

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Juha Kankkunen, four-time World Rally Championship champion and Toyota deputy team principal, will be driving the latest hydrogen-powered rally car from Toyota at Rally Finland. The GR Yaris Rally2 H2 Concept will debut during the event’s Harju stage on the first two days of the competition, taking place from July 31 to August 3. Developed in Jyvaskyla, Finland, the car is based on the current GR Yaris Rally2 model but with an internal combustion engine fueled by compressed hydrogen. Toyota has invested significantly in hydrogen-powered race cars as part of…

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Thomas Preining stayed in his cockpit after his third Norisring DTM victory and limped to his father due to an ankle injury sustained three weeks prior while running in the woods at home, in addition to enduring two 24-hour races and driving without air conditioning during the race. The lack of air conditioning was crucial as he battled Jack Aitken’s Ferrari for victory, stating that it gets extremely hot in the cars. Preining’s decision to forego a soda bottle offered to him by a mechanic upon exiting the cockpit was…

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