Franco Colapinto, the new driver at Alpine, is facing pressure and high expectations as he replaces Jack Doohan in the team. There is a public countdown until his performance will be reassessed after five races, a challenge he openly acknowledges. Colapinto expresses positivity and determination, emphasizing the need for more than five races to reach his full potential in Formula 1. Despite his relatively limited F1 experience, he remains focused on enjoying the opportunity and contributing his best to the team. His mature and realistic approach to the situation contrasts…
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Champion Support: Sebastien Ogier Endorses Carlos Sainz Sr for FIA Presidency
Sebastien Ogier expressed support for Carlos Sainz Sr potentially running for FIA president in the World Rally Championship. Sainz Sr is assessing his level of support from FIA’s member clubs before making a final decision on the presidency bid. This development follows Malcolm Wilson’s nomination by Mohammed Ben Sulayem for the FIA’s deputy president for sport role. Ogier, along with other WRC drivers, indicated support for Sainz Sr’s candidacy. The WRC service park in Portugal reacted positively to the FIA’s revised penalties for swearing incidents. Hyundai team principal Cyril Abiteboul…
BővebbenWheatley’s Red Bull secrets “powerful and valuable” to Sauber F1’s transformation
Sauber’s new team principal Jonathan Wheatley has brought some of his Red Bull secrets to the team, making an immediate impact on its drivers. Both Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg see progress under Wheatley’s leadership. Wheatley, along with COO and CTO Mattia Binotto, is preparing Sauber for the transition to Audi’s works F1 outfit in 2026. The team, currently at the bottom of the championship, is already showing improvements, notably in faster pit stops. While acknowledging the progress, Bortoleto emphasizes that success will take time, as in all aspects of…
BővebbenLine draws up to sixth in Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings
“George Line climbed up in the Ryan Motorsport Insurance Autosport National Rankings this week after winning three races at Anglesey in his Dallara F308, bringing his total wins for 2025 to five and placing him joint sixth in the winners’ table. Line, who finished fourth in last year’s rankings, is now back in contention for the top spots. Two new drivers making waves this week are Jonathan Moore and Toby Trice, both driving Porsche Caymans. Moore’s five class victories propelled him from outside the top 50 to ninth place, one…
BővebbenThe Bearman Critique: Alpine F1 Faces Backlash Over Doohan Handling
“Alpine benched rookie Jack Doohan for Franco Colapinto during the 2025 Formula 1 season, a move anticipated since Colapinto joined the team as a test and reserve driver. Colapinto, previously part of the Williams academy, displayed impressive speed last season despite occasional mistakes. Doohan’s contract reportedly allowed Alpine to replace him after a set number of races. Other F1 rookies, facing the challenge of the current ground-effect cars, empathized with Doohan’s situation and criticized the decision. Haas rookie Oliver Bearman expressed sympathy for Doohan, highlighting the pressure rookies face at…
BővebbenCarlos Sainz Jr. Embraces Transparency Ahead of Father’s Potential FIA Presidential Bid
Carlos Sainz Jr has revealed that the idea of his father, Carlos Sainz Sr, running for FIA president was initially suggested to him by people in the paddock, and over time he started considering it seriously. Sainz Jr believes his father has the necessary credentials and experience for the role, given his extensive background in motorsport, including karting, single-seaters, Formula 1, rallying, and road safety campaigns. He emphasized that despite being biased as his son, he sees his father’s potential candidacy as a way of giving back to the sport…
BővebbenRacing Bulls introduces deceptively large Imola F1 upgrades
The Racing Bulls Formula 1 team is introducing a significant upgrade package at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, set to bring a new floor and bodywork, albeit with potentially smaller gains than expected. This marks the team’s first major upgrade for the 2025 season, with a special focus on aerodynamics, especially the crucial floor. Team principal Laurent Mekies expressed caution in making drastic changes after the lessons learned from last year’s Barcelona upgrade that backfired. In the highly competitive midfield, even small improvements could make a difference between qualifying rounds,…
BővebbenUnpacking McLaren’s Victorious Formula 1 Triumph in Miami: Beyond Tire Management
Red Bull driver advisor Helmut Marko noted McLaren’s pure speed, being between seven tenths and a second faster during the Miami Grand Prix, revealing their superiority. The race showcased McLaren’s potential fully for the first time in Formula 1 2025 after overcoming previous concealed speed due to race circumstances. Lando Norris impressively closed the gap to Max Verstappen in just 13 laps after slipping to sixth position in Florida, demonstrating McLaren’s competitive edge. McLaren’s advantage in speed on hotter circuits, such as Miami, was evident as Norris swiftly regained his…
BővebbenRevving Up Your Career: Discover the Top Five Motorsport Jobs of the Week
Team 18, competing in the Repco Supercars Championship, is recruiting a Data Engineer to develop and optimize data pipelines for telemetry and sensor data. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related fields. Arrow McLaren is hiring a Manager of Events and Experiences to oversee event delivery at IndyCar races and other premium events. Candidates require at least five years of event planning experience in sports, luxury or automotive industries. Toyota Gazoo Racing offers a Quality Assurance Internship focusing on inspection plans and tasks. Applicants should have a…
BővebbenHow can Colapinto cement his Alpine F1 seat and become Gasly’s permanent team-mate?
Argentina’s Franco Colapinto has joined the Formula 1 grid for the second time in two seasons, this time replacing Logan Sargeant at Williams. Colapinto’s swift return to F1 with Alpine comes after being named as the team’s reserve driver and Jack Doohan underperforming in the first six rounds. Alpine’s executive advisor Flavio Briatore has given Colapinto five races to prove himself, with a mid-season evaluation scheduled before deciding on the rest of the 2025 season. Colapinto needs to deliver results for Alpine, as the team is looking to climb up…
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