Lando Norris won the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix by outpacing Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri in a strategic race. The one-off rule of using three sets of tires led to a thrilling competition requiring two pitstops. Despite close calls during neutralisations, Norris maintained his lead from pole position to secure his second win of the season. Leclerc and Piastri completed the podium, with Verstappen settling for fourth place after a failed gamble on a red flag. The intense start saw Norris locking up his tires to retain the lead, while…
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Rowbottom Seizes Victory in Action-Packed BTCC Snetterton Showdown
“Dan Rowbottom secured his first win of the season in a competitive British Touring Car Championship race, narrowly beating Adam Morgan to the finish line by 0.355 seconds. Rowbottom’s strategic defense and battle with Dan Lloyd played a crucial role in his victory, as he regained the lead from Lloyd during the middle stages of the race. Driving the NAPA Ford Focus ST, Rowbottom was the highest-placed car on soft Goodyear tyres, while others in the top positions were on hard rubber, adding to the challenge. Despite a strong start…
BővebbenMotoGP British GP: Bezzecchi takes shock win for Aprilia
Marco Bezzecchi won the MotoGP British Grand Prix by effectively managing his tires and taking a gamble with a soft-tire strategy. Fabio Quartararo, leading the race, faced mechanical issues that dashed his hopes of victory. Bezzecchi’s victory was secured with a four-second lead over Johann Zarco and Marc Marquez, who increased his championship lead. Aprilia, in need of a win, found success with Bezzecchi’s outstanding performance. Quartararo’s misfortune allowed Bezzecchi to claim the victory in an eventful British GP race. Tovább a cikkhez
BővebbenThe Challenge Ahead: Why O’Ward is Bracing for a Tougher Indy 500 Battle
Pato O’Ward’s performances at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway have been impressive, but he has yet to secure a win, finishing second twice, fourth once, and sixth once in his five races. Despite not holding the Borg-Warner Trophy, he has become a fan favorite. In the upcoming 109th Indianapolis 500, O’Ward will start on the front row alongside rookie pole-sitter Robert Shwartzman and two-time champion Takuma Sato. O’Ward expressed his excitement and focus on starting on the front row, providing a better view into turn one and a strategic advantage for…
BővebbenIntense Racing Action: Cammish Dominates BTCC Opener at Snetterton
Dan Cammish led from start to finish in the first race of the British Touring Car Championship round at Snetterton, but is currently being investigated for a potential start infringement. Despite a perfect tactical race, where he strategically utilized his TOCA Turbo Boost advantage over his competitors, Cammish’s slight movement before the lights went out has raised concerns. Ash Sutton, starting from sixth place, quickly advanced to challenge Tom Ingram and managed to gain ground steadily throughout the race. Ingram, closely trailing Cammish, pushed hard but ultimately couldn’t catch up,…
BővebbenNorris on Top: Stella shines as key to F1 Monaco GP pole victory
McLaren team boss Andrea Stella believes Lando Norris made a significant stride in connecting with his car after securing pole for the Monaco Grand Prix in Formula 1. Norris outpaced Charles Leclerc by a tenth of a second on the challenging street circuit, with his teammate Oscar Piastri trailing by 0.175s. This marked Norris’ second pole of the 2025 season and his first since the Australian Grand Prix opener. Struggling previously to maximize the McLaren MCL39’s potential in qualifying, Norris acknowledged the difficulties he faced in understanding the car’s responses,…
BővebbenDeciphering the Formula: Pirelli Applauds Strategic Genius Behind Monaco’s Two-Stop Rule
Pirelli motorsport chief Mario Isola is concerned about potential pit lane issues during the Monaco Grand Prix due to long safety car periods, as using at least three tyre sets is now mandatory, requiring a “genius” approach from strategists to navigate the race. F1 will see a new challenge with each car mandated to stop twice for the first time in an effort to enhance the entertainment value of the iconic Monaco race. Some teams, especially those with drivers starting farther back, may opt for unconventional strategies, adding to the…
BővebbenQuartararo Faces Uphill Battle at British GP After Disappointing Performance in Sprint Race
British Grand Prix poleman Fabio Quartararo expressed his lack of optimism for Sunday’s race after being overtaken by top Ducati riders during the Saturday sprint, dropping to seventh place. Despite claiming pole position earlier in the day without assistance, Quartararo struggled with the lower straightline speed of his Yamaha compared to the Ducatis. He also faced challenges with his bike overreacting to changes in grip between qualifying and the race, affecting his performance. The reigning world champion acknowledged the power disadvantage of his Yamaha and the difficulty in managing it…
BővebbenRespected F1 Designer Adrian Newey Praises Underrated Talent of Lance Stroll
Adrian Newey defended Lance Stroll, stating that the Canadian driver has a “bad rap” outside of the Aston Martin team. Stroll has had notable mistakes since joining Formula 1 in 2017, including an incident at the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend, where he damaged his car in FP1 and received a grid penalty. Team principal Andy Cowell took responsibility for the unclear radio call that led to Stroll’s issues at Monaco, resulting in a broken wishbone and a gearbox change. Stroll’s missed laps due to the incident were deemed a…
BővebbenStrategic Pitstop Precision: Decoding F1’s Mandatory Pitstop Rule at the Prestigious Monaco Grand Prix
Max Verstappen concluded, “This has nothing to do with racing,” after the Monaco Grand Prix last year, highlighting the lack of action on Sundays in Monaco due to the difficulty of overtaking with today’s F1 cars. The 2024 race further saw limited excitement after an early red flag allowed all drivers a free tyre change, eliminating the traditional pitstop strategy that can shake up the race. In response, a new Monaco rule was introduced, requiring drivers to use three different sets of tyres, though not mandating two pitstops. This rule…
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