Category: Autosport

Formula 1 is urging social media platforms to take stronger actions against online abuse following toxic comments directed at Yuki Tsunoda and Jack Doohan. Franco Colapinto’s return to F1 with Alpine has sparked enthusiastic support from Argentina, but some fans have crossed the line with harassment towards Doohan. The situation escalated at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix due to a fake post alleging mockery of Colapinto by Doohan’s father, resulting in further abuse. Tsunoda also faced criticism from Argentine accounts for a minor incident with Colapinto, prompting calls for respect from…

MotoGP rookie Fermin Aldeguer aims for a factory Ducati ride in 2027, surprised by his recent maiden podium achievement at Le Mans in only his sixth MotoGP race. Prior to his podium, he had impressed with a fifth place in Qatar, indicating a steady improvement and comfort with the Ducati bike. Aldeguer’s consistent progress has placed him 8th in the overall standings, making him the standout rookie of the season ahead of seasoned riders like Ai Ogura and Somkiat Chantra. His long-planned move to MotoGP materialized in 2023 with a…

Sky Sports pundit Bernie Collins and Aston Martin Formula 1 team sporting director Andy Stevenson have been appointed trustees of the Grand Prix Trust, founded by Jackie Stewart in 1987 to support F1 personnel facing hardships. Martin Brundle leads the organization, with trustees including Patrick Head, Ross Brawn, and Jonathan Wheatley. Collins, a former Aston Martin head of strategy, and Stevenson, a long-serving team member since their debut in 1991, were warmly welcomed by Brundle for their expertise and dedication to the sport. Collins expressed feeling privileged to join the…

The 2025 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen emerged victorious at Imola, was the focus of the latest Autosport podcast review. Red Bull’s updates, paired with Verstappen’s impressive overtake on Oscar Piastri at Turn 2, were highlighted as game-changers during the race. Other topics covered included the performance of the new Pirelli C6 tyre and Franco Colapinto’s return to F1 with Alpine. Additionally, the upcoming Monaco race was previewed, with discussions on teams adapting to the now two-stop minimum strategy and predictions for the event. Tovább a cikkhez

Cadillac has revealed the livery for Wayne Taylor Racing’s debut at the Le Mans 24 Hours next month, sponsored by Mobil 1. The Mobil 1 partnership with Cadillac WTR Hypercar follows the extension of the sponsorship with the British Jota team in the World Endurance Championship. The new livery replaces DEX Imaging on WTR’s entry, and the car was tested at Putnam Park before heading to Europe. WTR’s #101 Cadillac will be driven by Wayne Taylor’s sons and Filipe Albuquerque, one of two entries from Cadillac at Le Mans this…