Category: motorsport

LCR Honda team manager Lucio Cecchinello expressed his view that Johann Zarco’s move to the factory Honda team for 2026 wouldn’t bring any benefits to the French rider. Zarco, 34, has openly expressed his desire to join the works squad next season once Luca Marini’s contract expires. Cecchinello emphasized the strong bond between Zarco, the team, and the engineers at LCR, stating it would be a pity to disrupt that by changing teams. While understanding Zarco’s perspective and the appeal of racing for a factory team, Cecchinello highlighted that LCR…

Fermin Aldeguer scored his first top-three MotoGP result in France, following solid performances earlier in the season. His speed began to show at the Americas Grand Prix, progressing steadily despite a few crashes. The rookie’s rise to prominence has been impressive, matching his experienced teammate’s pace. As he gains more experience, Aldeguer’s confidence grows, reflecting on his steep learning curve. While he aims to improve, he acknowledges the need to maintain respect for his teammate and the top riders. Despite coming close to Alex, he understands he still has room…

Walking around the IMSA paddock with a sports car legend like Patrick Long is an exercise in fascinating patience, as he interacts with fans, former teammates, and colleagues effortlessly. Long’s presence evokes the golden era of sports car racing and showcases how the sport has evolved since his retirement. Despite the advancements in technology and the rise of younger drivers, Long believes that wisdom versus knowledge still remains crucial for a driver’s career. As we explored the differences between driving modern GTD and GTP cars, Long provided insights into the…

When Formula 1 introduced turbocharged hybrid power units in 2014, Mercedes had devoted more time and resources to the project than any other manufacturer, leading to nearly five seasons of dominance. The prospect of history repeating itself with the shift to new power units keeps team principals awake at night. This apprehension has been evident in F1 for months, with instances like the temporary V10 nostalgia and Alpine switching from Renault to Mercedes power units. More recently, amidst changes at Audi, engine chief Adam Baker was replaced. Audi’s F1 engine…

Kansas Speedway has been a staple on the NASCAR schedule since 2001, but it wasn’t known as the ‘action track’ until the introduction of the Next Gen car. This new car has made racing at intermediate tracks like Kansas more exciting, producing six different winners in the last six races. In 2022, an intense battle between Kyle Larson and Kurt Busch showcased the thrilling competition at Kansas Speedway. Tire issues and constant battles characterized the fall race at Kansas in 2022, won by Bubba Wallace. The spring race in 2023…

Last week, William Oakes, the brother of former Alpine team boss Oliver Oakes and a director at Hitech Grand Prix, was arrested and charged with transferring criminal property. He was arrested in the Silverstone Park area of Northamptonshire in the UK with a large amount of cash in his possession, according to the Metropolitan Police. Following his arrest, he appeared before Northampton Magistrates’ Court on Saturday and was remanded in custody. His brother, Oliver Oakes, resigned as team principal of the Alpine Formula 1 team less than a week later.…

Satellite Honda rider Johann Zarco expressed his strong interest in taking Luca Marini’s factory seat in 2026. Zarco hinted at positive negotiations with Honda and highlighted the importance of being honest with his current boss, Lucio Cecchinello, about his career aspirations. Despite leading Honda’s resurgence with an independent RC213V, Zarco remains focused on moving up to the factory team. With 43 points, Zarco currently ranks 7th in the championship, ahead of Marini and Mir. He emphasized his desire to become a top rider for Honda, citing previous successes and ongoing…

In 2024, Red Bull faced a strong challenge from McLaren, but McLaren fell short due to cracks in their performance, managing to secure only the constructors’ crown. This year, McLaren’s dominant car and top-performing drivers have put them in a strong position but facing competition from rivals like Mercedes and Red Bull. McLaren’s contrasting performances in the first six races of the 2024 and 2025 seasons reflect their progress, from fighting for top positions to consistent wins. However, F1 success is determined by the most recent race, and McLaren must…

Team Penske’s Austin Cindric and Joey Logano seek to maintain their winning streak at Kansas this weekend while Ryan Blaney aims to secure a spot in the playoffs alongside them. William Byron is leading the regular season standings, followed closely by Kyle Larson, the defending Kansas race winner with the closest NASCAR Cup Series finish in history beating Chris Buescher. Ross Chastain, the most recent Kansas winner, finished second to Logano at Texas. Recent NASCAR news includes the confirmation of Homestead-Miami Speedway hosting the 2026 championship finale and the announcement…