Josef Newgarden set the pace in final practice for a shot at a third consecutive Indy 500 victory, clocking a blistering lap of 225.687mph. Takuma Sato followed in second with 225.415mph, while Scott Dixon, Devlin DeFrancesco, and Will Power rounded out the top five. Notably, four of the top five drivers are former Indy 500 champions. Felix Rosenqvist, Helio Castroneves, Pato O’Ward, David Malukas, and Conor Daly completed the top ten positions in the practice session. Will Power, starting from the 33rd position due to a Penske-related controversy, bravely experimented…
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High-Stakes Showdown: Leclerc Triumphs Over Piastri in Thrilling Monaco Grand Prix Practice Session
Charles Leclerc topped the leaderboard in the second Friday practice session for the F1 Monaco GP, narrowly beating out Oscar Piastri. Lewis Hamilton also made it to the top three, ensuring both Ferraris had a strong showing. The session saw two red flag interruptions, first for Isack Hadjar and then for Piastri, who hit the wall at Turn 1. Leclerc set the pace with impressive lap times, with Piastri and Hamilton close behind in the rankings. The action-packed session set the stage for what promises to be an exciting Monaco…
BővebbenRevving Up: Honda Eyes Jorge Martin as Potential Rider in Latest MotoGP Moves
Honda MotoGP team is interested in signing Jorge Martin if he becomes available at the end of the year, as confirmed by team boss Alberto Puig. Martin is looking to leave Aprilia in 2025 by invoking a clause in his contract due to being unhappy with the RS-GP’s performance this season. Despite interest from multiple teams, Honda is a strong contender as Luca Marini’s contract expires this season. Puig stated that every team would be interested in a rider like Martin but underlined that they don’t sign riders with current…
BővebbenDriving Towards Greatness: William Byron Commits to Hendrick Motorsports for the Long Haul
William Byron has signed a contract extension with Hendrick Motorsports, keeping him with the team through 2029. Byron, a two-time Daytona 500 winner, is currently second in the championship standings. He has 14 Cup Series victories and has driven for Hendrick since his debut in 2018, winning Rookie of the Year. Byron has made six consecutive NASCAR Cup playoffs appearances and finished in the top 4 in 2023 and 2024. Team owner Rick Hendrick praised Byron’s talent, work ethic, and character, expressing pride in having him on the team alongside…
BővebbenToto Wolff’s Shocking Revelation: Kimi Antonelli’s Dramatic Struggle in Intense Imola F1 Weekend
Toto Wolff emphasized that Mercedes will avoid repeating the oversight of overexposing Andrea Kimi Antonelli to distractions away from the track at Imola, acknowledging that it affected his performance negatively before the Formula 1 race had even begun. Antonelli, who had a tough week in front of his home crowd, qualified 13th and retired during the race due to a throttle issue. He admitted to struggling managing the energy amid the attention from family, friends, and well-wishers, impacting his on-track performance. This was not the first time Antonelli disappointed a…
BővebbenThe Costly Collision: Lance Stroll Penalized in F1 Monaco GP
Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll received a one-place grid drop at Formula 1’s Monaco Grand Prix for colliding with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc during Friday’s practice session. The incident occurred when Stroll crossed towards the racing line as Leclerc was approaching on a hot lap, leading to unavoidable contact. Stroll’s session ended due to rear suspension damage and a required gearbox change, while Leclerc had to replace his front wing. The FIA stewards determined that Stroll was at fault for cutting across Leclerc’s path, resulting in a grid position penalty and…
BővebbenLeclerc Shines in Monaco GP Practice, Outpaces Verstappen amidst Traffic Chaos
In the first free practice at the Monaco Grand Prix, Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc set the pace with a time of 1m11.964s, holding off a challenge from Max Verstappen. Despite a red flag due to a collision between Leclerc and Lance Stroll, the session continued with McLaren’s Lando Norris and Williams also showing good form. Stroll’s Aston Martin sustained rear suspension damage, ending his session, while both drivers were summoned to explain the incident to the stewards. Leclerc, facing balance issues, still managed to lead the timesheet ahead of Norris and…
BővebbenReviving Ducati: Francesco Bagnaia’s Call for a Fresh Start
Francesco Bagnaia acknowledges the need for Ducati to reset following Johann Zarco’s triumph in Le Mans. He has faced challenges this season, outshone by teammate Marc Marquez who has secured three victories, contrasting with Bagnaia’s single win and current third-place standing in the championship. Despite Honda’s triumph at Le Mans, Bagnaia is determined to regain his confidence and peak performance on the bike. Recognizing the importance of starting anew and striving for improvement, he aims to rediscover his competitive edge. Ducati is actively addressing Bagnaia’s struggles with his motorcycle, focusing…
BővebbenRevving Up the Competition: Honda Sets Sights on Jorge Martin to Boost Racing Roster
Honda MotoGP boss Alberto Puig confirmed the team’s interest in signing Jorge Martin if he becomes available at the end of the year. Martin is seeking to leave Aprilia at the conclusion of the 2025 season, citing dissatisfaction with the RS-GP’s performance. Honda, with Luca Marini’s contract expiring, is a likely destination for Martin. Puig expressed interest in Martin, noting that every team in the paddock would be keen on a rider of his caliber. However, Puig emphasized that Honda does not engage in signing riders with existing contracts. The…
BővebbenUnraveling the Debate: Stella Challenges McLaren’s Alleged Decline in Form
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella dismissed claims of underperformance in Imola, likening the comparison to the dominant Miami weekend as “apples and pears.” Although Oscar Piastri clinched pole ahead of Max Verstappen in Imola, Red Bull showed stronger race pace with improved tyre management, hinting at McLaren’s potential underperformance. Stella pointed out the differences in circuit layouts between Imola and Miami, emphasizing the higher-speed nature of tracks like Imola, Saudi Arabia, and Japan where Red Bull had stronger showings. He suggested that Red Bull may have exaggerated McLaren’s advantage to…
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