Category: Autosport

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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At this weekend’s World Endurance Championship round at Interlagos, Ferrari’s 499P Le Mans Hypercar will run at the Hypercar minimum power for the first time, set at 480kW (644bhp) under the Balance of Performance for the Brazilian event on Sunday. Compared to previous races, the Ferrari has lost power, with 35kW (47bhp) less since the Le Mans 24 Hours round last month, and 9kW (12bhp) less compared to the Spa 6 Hours in May. It has also gained weight, now 27kg heavier than at Le Mans and 12kg heavier than…

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The British Hillclimb Championship’s recent visit to Harewood showcased unpredictable weather, challenging tyre decisions, and an outstanding performance by young racer Alex Coles. Despite the tough conditions, points leader Matthew Ryder secured two crucial wins. Coles impressed with a brilliant display of skill in his turbo Force, qualifying as the fastest in his class under testing circumstances. The changing track conditions led to a dilemma in tyre choice for the first run-off, with options split between wets, slicks, or a combination of both. Ryder emerged victorious with a remarkable time,…

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McLaren CEO Zak Brown believes Lando Norris’ clash with Oscar Piastri during the Canadian Grand Prix has actually boosted Norris’ confidence as they both vie for the Formula 1 world title. The incident in Montreal, where Norris ran into Piastri in their battle for fourth place, marked a turning point in their season-long competition for the championship. Despite struggling with Piastri in qualifying earlier in the season, Norris managed to bounce back with wins in the Austrian Grand Prix and the British Grand Prix. The Canadian clash helped defuse tension…

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McLaren’s Formula E team will be closing at the end of the current season due to unsuccessful attempts to find a buyer for the outfit, as per Autosport. After deciding to compete in the World Endurance Championship from 2027, McLaren chose to exit Formula E after a three-season stint to focus on its sportscar project. Despite efforts by team principal Ian James to secure a buyer and retain its position in the championship, no deal was finalized. The team is expected to cease operations in September after the conclusion of…

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Nico Hulkenberg finally broke his streak of not having a podium finish in Formula 1 by claiming third place at the 2025 British Grand Prix, his 239th grand prix start. Hulkenberg’s victory was a result of well-timed pitstops amidst tricky weather conditions at Silverstone, marking a significant achievement in his 15-year F1 career. Adrian Sutil currently holds the record for the most F1 starts without a podium, with 128 starts and a best finish of 4th at the 2009 Italian Grand Prix. Despite Sutil’s consistent midfield performance, he never managed…

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