Category: motorsport

Gamers who grew up in the 1990s may remember the tactical shoot ’em up game Cannon Fodder, where they navigated a limited squad of soldiers through perilous missions. In Formula 1, the swift replacements of Liam Lawson and Jack Doohan by Red Bull and Alpine respectively this season draw some similarities to the game’s expendable soldier mechanic. Financial backing often dictates an F1 driver’s longevity, with teams favoring speed and performance. Historical instances, like Stephen South’s brief stint with McLaren in 1980, highlight the struggle of talented drivers in a…

Despite being in only his third season in Formula 1, Australian driver Oscar Piastri has surprised many with his remarkable performance. McLaren’s team principal, Andrea Stella, believes that Piastri’s success is not solely due to McLaren’s strong new car. Piastri’s journey to F1 was clouded by controversy, as he stepped in for fan-favorite Daniel Ricciardo at McLaren amid legal disputes over his talent. Despite initial doubts, Piastri now leads the championship standings, outperforming his teammate Lando Norris. McLaren’s significant progress this season has been evident, with the team being a…

TNT will return as an official NASCAR broadcaster after a ten-year absence to cover several races in the summer season. The broadcasting stint begins on June 28 with the Atlanta Motor Speedway race and includes other races such as the Chicago Street Course, Sonoma, Dover Motor Speedway, and the prestigious Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 27. The broadcast team will feature Dale Earnhardt Jr., crew chief Steve Letarte, and commentator Adam Alexander in the booth, with pit reporters Marty Snider, Danielle Trotta, and Alan Cavanna on the…

Bike legend Valentino Rossi and ex-Formula 1 driver Kevin Magnussen are set to team up in a BMW GT car at the upcoming Spa 24 Hours event next month. They will be joined by fellow BMW factory driver Rene Rast, forming a strong trio to tackle the Belgian endurance classic on 28/29 June. Rossi, Magnussen, and Rast have been recruited to bolster BMW’s lineup for the GT World Challenge Europe. Rossi, a former GTWCE competitor with WRT, will make a one-off return to the series for the Spa event. Magnussen,…

The FIM made significant changes to the 2025 MotoGP World Championship regulations this week, introducing a test day for injured riders and clarifying startline procedures. Additionally, an agreement was reached on testing prototype bikes for the 2027 season, which will feature technical upgrades like 850cc engines and simplified ride-height devices. Manufacturers have begun work on 2027 prototypes, but testing is not permitted until after the conclusion of the 2025 season. A pact among manufacturers stipulates that testing of these new machines can only begin on November 17, 2025, following the…

Aston Martin’s Valkyrie Le Mans Hypercar received a double Balance of Performance break before the World Endurance Championship at Spa this weekend, being 16kg lighter and having a bump in power of 15kW. For the Spa 6 Hours, the British Valkyrie will weigh 1035kg and have the maximum power of 520kW, in line with the Hypercar category regulations. This BoP adjustment aims to level the playing field in Hypercar, considering the Valkyrie’s initial races where it lagged behind. The Aston Martin team can benefit from the improved BoP at Spa…

Homestead-Miami Speedway was once the host of NASCAR’s championship finale until it moved to Phoenix Raceway in 2020; however, it will return to Homestead for the NASCAR Cup, Xfinity, and Truck Series title-decider in 2026. NASCAR has decided to rotate the championship weekend among various tracks each year to showcase the event in different markets and venues. Team Penske has dominated the title-decider at Phoenix during the Next Gen era, winning the championship consecutively for three seasons. Phoenix will retain two Cup dates on the 2026 schedule, although it’s uncertain…

Jochen Mass defied the belief that nice guys always come last, being a well-liked and successful racer in Formula 1 and sportscar competitions. Despite his charm and victories, including one at the Le Mans 24 Hours, some believed his kind personality hindered his ultimate success in F1. Alastair Caldwell, McLaren team manager during Mass’s time there, thought Mass was too nice for the cutthroat world of Formula 1, focusing on other interests like sailing and yachting. Mass’s stint at McLaren began after Mike Hailwood’s injury in 1974, and despite some…