FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is reportedly pushing for changes to the motorsport governing body’s statutes to potentially limit competition in presidential elections. The BBC has disclosed that revised protocols are up for consideration at the upcoming FIA General Assembly. Proposed alterations include an earlier deadline for presidential candidates to declare their intentions, potentially affecting Carlos Sainz Sr’s bid for election. These adjustments aim to uphold candidates’ professional integrity and minimize conflicts of interest, potentially impacting Sainz Sr’s candidacy due to his son’s Formula 1 involvement. Williams boss James Vowles…
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Revving Up the Debate: The Unyielding Standoff Between Martin and Aprilia
According to Motorsport.com, Jorge Martin plans to terminate his Aprilia contract after the 2025 MotoGP season, causing a stir among his team and in the paddock. Aprilia has chosen to stay silent on the matter, leading to speculation about potential legal actions. The relationship between Martin and Aprilia, once promising, now appears headed for a bitter end. Martin’s desire to leave has damaged Aprilia’s reputation, while he may face criticism for his actions. Martin’s intention to trigger a contract clause allowing him to leave in 2025 instead of 2026 has…
BővebbenFIA Enforces Stricter Rules: No More Swearing for Drivers!
The FIA has revised the penalties in Appendix B of its International Sporting Code, reducing fines for drivers swearing and introducing mechanisms for suspended penalties and mitigating circumstances. In January, the FIA updated its sporting code to include steward guidelines on driver misconduct, covering offensive language, assaults on officials, and incitement to such actions. Controversies arose over the new rules, with backlash from World Rally Championship drivers supporting Adrien Fourmaux’s fine for swearing at Rally Sweden and complaints about unclear language breach criteria. Measures like the reduced base fine from…
BővebbenThe Dust settles: WRC embarks on thrilling gravel odyssey in Portugal
The World Rally Championship is entering a crucial phase of the title race, starting with Rally Portugal this weekend and a series of seven consecutive gravel rallies following. Toyota’s Elfyn Evans currently holds a 43-point lead over teammate Kalle Rovanpera, with Hyundai’s Thierry Neuville in third, 50 points behind, setting the stage for a competitive battle for the championship. The upcoming gravel events will play a significant role in determining the outcome of this year’s title fight. Kalle Rovanpera’s recent impressive performance in the Rally Islas Canarias, showcasing his asphalt…
BővebbenResilient Hamilton ready to shine at Imola amidst challenges
Despite closing the gap to Charles Leclerc, Lewis Hamilton remains unsatisfied at Ferrari, his goal being victory rather than just outperforming his teammate. Hamilton’s performance in Miami showed promise, yet challenges persist in achieving success due to the team’s overall performance. While facing disappointment within Ferrari and from the public, support for Hamilton remains strong among the tifosi. The excitement surrounding Hamilton’s arrival at Ferrari has somewhat waned, with the focus shifting to the team’s performance rather than Hamilton’s individual results. Even in Italy, there is understanding that Hamilton needs…
BővebbenWilliams F1 Team Vows to Eliminate Order Confusion for Good
During the Miami Grand Prix, Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz had a disagreement over team orders, but Williams team principal James Vowles quickly resolved the issue in two minutes, attributing it to team miscommunication. Sainz believed Albon had disobeyed instructions to stay behind him but Albon was actually dealing with a water pressure issue. Vowles brought both drivers into a debrief room after the race to clarify the situation and ensure such misunderstandings do not happen again. The team has adjusted its processes to provide more concise instructions to drivers…
BővebbenUnprecedented Gathering: F1, F2, F3, and F4 Converge at Historic Grand Prix Event
British F4 will make its debut at the British Grand Prix alongside Formula 1, 2, 3, and 4, featuring non-championship races within the event. Motorsport UK, the championship promoter, has long aspired to have the British F4 on the British GP undercard. Two races are scheduled for the 4-6 July event, each lasting 25 minutes plus one lap, slightly longer than the usual 20-minute contests. Only teams registered for British F4 this year can participate, but some have extra cars available. Championship manager Eve Lake-Grange expressed excitement, highlighting the significance…
BővebbenReviving Glory: Reflecting on the Epic Imola F1 Showdown Between Alonso and Schumacher 20 Years Later
The upcoming Emilia Romagna Grand Prix this weekend could mark the end of Imola as a venue for now, as its contract is running out with no space on the 2026 calendar for renewal. The 4.909km historic circuit near Bologna has a rich history, highlighted by past races like the 1994 San Marino Grand Prix, marked by tragedy. Despite its limitations for overtaking due to its layout, Imola’s departure from F1 evokes mixed feelings as another classic race track disappears from the schedule. One of the most unforgettable races at…
BővebbenAdrian Newey: “Scary” F1 2026 rules actually have room for innovation
Aston Martin Racing’s managing technical partner, Adrian Newey, has expressed pleasantly surprised by the scope for innovation in F1’s new-for-2026 ruleset, focusing on the new chassis ruleset and revised engine formula that will be introduced at the same time. Newey highlighted that the 2026 regulations offer parallels with the last major rule change in 2022, emphasizing the flexibility for innovation and different approaches. He anticipates teams coming up with distinct solutions, believing that the variety in design philosophies adds excitement to the competition of F1. With sweeping rule changes across…
BővebbenRacing in the Rain: Will Power Dominates Indy 500 Practice at Blistering Speeds
Following a lengthy rain delay, the Indy 500 field hit the track around 2:30pm EST, providing teams with approximately three hours of practice before a lightning strike abruptly ended the session prematurely. Tony Kanaan’s veteran refresher test is scheduled for 10am EST on Wednesday. During the delay, Pato O’Ward faced a comical situation as his Indy 500 helmets were held up by UPS over custom fees, but the issue was eventually resolved after a 40-minute hold. Team Penske Chevrolets dominated the on-track action, with Will Power setting the fastest lap…
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