Trackhouse Aprilia rider Ai Ogura is uncertain for the remainder of the British Grand Prix weekend due to a crash on the first day of action at Silverstone. The Japanese rookie hurt his right knee in a FP1 crash on Friday morning, leading to his absence from afternoon practice as his race to be fit for Saturday began. Ogura expressed his hope to recover overnight and be ready for the next day, despite the incident being his sixth fall of the season. While he started the season impressively, recent races…
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Setback for Morbidelli: Second Grid Penalty Casts Shadow over MotoGP 2025 British GP
VR46 Ducati versenyzője, Franco Morbidelli, három helyes rajtpozíciót csökkentő büntetést kapott a MotoGP Brit Nagydíjára a Silverstone-on vasárnap. Azt találták, hogy az olasz versenyző zavarta a honfitársát, Marco Bezzecchit (Aprilia) a péntek délutáni gyakorló edzésen. A bíróságok állítása szerint Morbidellit lassan motorozva látták az úton, zavarva ezzel egy másik versenyzőt a 12-13. kanyaroknál. Ez a helyszín az ismert Becketts-Chapel szakaszhoz tartozik a pálya harmadik szektorában. A bíróságok megjegyezték, hogy a büntetés azért született, mivel ez Morbidelli második vétsége a szezonban. Az első eset a 2025-ös szezonnyitó thaiföldi Nagydíj gyakorló edzésén…
BővebbenStunning setback for Bearman as 10-place grid penalty announced for F1 Monaco GP
Haas Formula 1 rookie Oliver Bearman received a 10-place grid penalty for overtaking Carlos Sainz under red flag conditions at Monaco Grand Prix second practice. The session was halted due to Oscar Piastri’s crash, but Bearman overtook Sainz at La Rascasse despite warnings to slow down. Video evidence and dashboard alerts indicated the red flag, emphasizing immediate speed reduction under such situations. Bearman defended his actions, stating abrupt slowing could be riskier, but the FIA disagreed, citing safety concerns at Monaco. The penalty saw Bearman drop 10 grid places for…
BővebbenPiastri’s Resolve Shines Through: Onwards to Victory at F1 Monaco GP
Formula 1 championship leader Oscar Piastri believes McLaren has the pace to compete for pole position at the Monaco Grand Prix, despite a “very messy” Friday. Piastri had a near-miss hitting the tyre wall, but managed to recover and set the second-fastest time in free practice. Although Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc topped both sessions on Friday, Piastri is confident McLaren can regain their competitiveness throughout the weekend. Piastri acknowledged the challenges faced on Friday but is positive about McLaren’s potential moving forward, anticipating an interesting day ahead. Lando Norris, second in…
BővebbenMonaco Grand Prix: Leclerc Shines in Eventful FP2 Session
Charles Leclerc topped Friday’s F1 Monaco Grand Prix practice sessions, narrowly beating championship leader Oscar Piastri by 0.038s. Lewis Hamilton ensured both Ferraris were in the top three. The session was interrupted twice by red flags, first for Isack Hadjar hitting the barriers and then for Piastri crashing at Turn 1. Leclerc set the fastest lap time with Piastri close behind, followed by Hamilton. Norris, Lawson, and Alonso also showed strong performances. The weekend continues with third practice and qualifying on Saturday. Tovább a cikkhez
BővebbenBehind the Scenes Drama: Wolff Exposes Antonelli’s High-Stakes F1 Crisis
Toto Wolff emphasized that Mercedes will avoid repeating the mistake of overwhelming Andrea Kimi Antonelli with off-track distractions at Imola, learning from the previous race’s setbacks. Antonelli, facing challenges at his home Grand Prix, admitted to struggling with managing his energy amidst the attention from family, friends, and fans, impacting his performance on track. Wolff, acknowledging the situation, emphasized the learning process for Antonelli and the need for balance in navigating off-track engagements and on-track focus. Reflecting on Antonelli’s performance, which included a retirement due to a throttle issue, Wolff…
BővebbenStroll Penalized for Collision with Leclerc in F1 Monaco GP: A New Twist in the Race
Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll received a one-place grid drop at the Monaco Grand Prix due to a collision with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc during practice. The incident occurred when Stroll moved towards the racing line, causing Leclerc to crash into him at the hairpin. Following the collision, Stroll’s session was ended due to rear suspension damage and a necessary gearbox change. Stewards deemed Stroll at fault for the incident and issued him a grid penalty and a penalty point on his super license. Leclerc was able to return to the…
BővebbenUnleashing New Energy: Red Bull and Visa Forge Strong Partnership
Visa has expanded its partnership with Red Bull Racing, introducing its ‘Infinite’ branding on the cars of Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda at the Monaco Grand Prix. The collaboration includes displaying the ‘Infinite’ product on driver polos and car halos, as well as featuring Visa logos on the front wings of the cars. Red Bull Racing’s team principal, Christian Horner, expressed satisfaction with the enhanced partnership from Monaco onwards. The addition of Visa Infinite to the Red Bull Racing family joins other recent partnerships, showcasing top-tier experiences for consumers worldwide.…
BővebbenF1 Monaco GP: Leclerc fastest in FP1 despite clash with Stroll
Charles Leclerc set the pace in the first free practice at the F1 Monaco Grand Prix, leading despite a challenge from Max Verstappen after a clash with Lance Stroll. The session was red-flagged due to the collision between Leclerc and Stroll. Stroll’s session ended due to damage, and both drivers were summoned to the stewards. The McLarens and Leclerc traded the top spots before Leclerc set the fastest time. Verstappen improved to second place behind Leclerc, while Norris finished third. Hamilton faced traffic issues towards the end of the session…
BővebbenHonda Racing targets MotoGP domination with coveted signing of champion Jorge Martin
Honda MotoGP boss Alberto Puig confirmed interest in signing Jorge Martin if he becomes available. Martin desires to leave Aprilia by invoking a clause in his contract at the end of 2025 due to dissatisfaction with the team’s performance. Puig acknowledges Martin as a desirable rider but emphasizes Honda’s policy of not signing riders with existing contracts. Despite interest, Honda also considers Johann Zarco, who aims for a factory team seat after strong performances in 2025. Puig hints at the potential of expanding Honda’s presence on the grid to six…
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