Charles Leclerc has admitted he underestimated McLaren’s potent straight-line speed with its “controversial” rear wing design in the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Leclerc appeared on course to convert pole position into the race win in Baku last weekend when he stormed into a commanding six-second lead in the opening stint. However, Leclerc’s chances unravelled […]
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Winward Racing’s Ellis Strategizes for IMSA GTD Domination with Safer Approach
Philip Ellis of the #57 Winward Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 credited a “safer approach” on his and co-driver Russell Ward’s impressive domination in the IMSA SportsCar GTD championship standings. Speaking to selected media ahead of this weekend’s round in Indianapolis, he said: “I would say it’s been a dream to be honest that we’ve taken a […]
BővebbenCarlos Sainz reveals ‘awkward’ Sergio Perez F1 encounter after F1 Azerbaijan GP
Carlos Sainz has revealed he and Sergio Perez endured an “awkward” meeting after their penultimate lap collision in last weekend’s Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Perez was in a position to challenge Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari for second place when he was compromised at Turn 1 and Sainz managed to sneak through on the exit. But […]
BővebbenRevving Up for Victory: Jack Miller Joins Pramac Racing on One-Year Deal
Pramac Racing has announced the acquisition of Jack Miller to complete its 2025 rider line-up, with the four-time MotoGP race winner signing a one-year deal. Miller will accompany Miguel Oliveira in a complete shakeup to Pramac’s 2025 rider line-up following the departures of the incumbent riders Jorge Martin and Franco Morbidelli. Earlier in the 2024 […]
BővebbenRacial Element in F1: Controversy around FIA President’s Swearing Clampdown
Lewis Hamilton has condemned FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem over “racial elements” in his words concerning a clampdown on Formula 1 drivers swearing. Ben Sulayem has revealed that the FIA has lodged a request to Formula One Management (FOM) to limit how much bad language is being broadcast to the audience. But while the FIA has […]
BővebbenBalaton Park: Revving up for a Spectacular 2025 MotoGP and WorldSBK Showcase
Dorna Sports has agreed to a deal with Balaton Park’s circuit organisers to host MotoGP and WorldSBK race weekends from 2025. Balaton Park will feature for the first time in both racing series, but it will mark the first MotoGP race weekend in Hungary since the 1992 season. MotoGP previously held two Hungarian Grand Prix […]
BővebbenDriving on the Edge: Lando Norris and McLaren’s bold pursuit of Formula 1 success through innovative strategies
Lando Norris has claimed that McLaren has started replicating its leading Formula 1 rivals by “pushing the limits” amid the team’s controversial rear wing design trick. McLaren’s rear wing has been placed under the microscope since coverage emerged in Baku that appeared to show flexing to reduce drag, granting a top-speed edge. Oscar Piastri managed […]
BővebbenLando Norris: McLaren replicating F1 rivals by ‘pushing the limits’
Lando Norris has claimed that McLaren has started replicating its leading Formula 1 rivals by “pushing the limits” amid the team’s controversial rear wing design trick. McLaren’s rear wing has been placed under the spotlight since coverage emerged in Baku that appeared to show flexing to reduce drag and provide a top-speed edge. Oscar Piastri […]
BővebbenAlpine’s Epic WEC Battle at Fuji: A Quest Towards Glory
Alpine’s team principal Philippe Sinault recalled a continuous challenge at the FIA World Endurance Championship’s 6 Hours of Fuji whereby the Hypercar team scored their first podium. For the seventh and penultimate round of their first Hypercar season, Alpine fought hard to earn their first podium finish with the A424 LMDh. Robert Kubica of the […]
BővebbenOscar Piastri denies McLaren F1 rear wing trick the ‘magic bullet’
Oscar Piastri has denied that McLaren’s intriguing rear wing design has been the “magic bullet” behind its progression to becoming the benchmark team in Formula 1. Piastri produced an exceptional drive under immense pressure in Azerbaijan to deliver a win which helped McLaren claim the lead in the Constructors’ Championship. But the Australian managing to […]
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