Felipe Drugovich will debut in Formula E at Berlin for Mahindra, substituting for world champion Nyck de Vries. The Formula 2 champion will compete in both races at Tempelhof Airport on 12-13 July. Drugovich impressed during the 2023 Berlin Rookie Test and has already tested with Mahindra. He will partner with Edoardo Mortara, filling in de Vries’s absence. Both Mortara and de Vries have been successful this season, with the team currently fifth in the standings. Drugovich expressed excitement for the opportunity to race in Formula E with Mahindra. Drugovich…
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Rising Star Oliver Solberg Secures WRC Rally1 Debut with Toyota in Estonia
Oliver Solberg will make a return to the World Rally Championship top tier at Rally Estonia this month after being handed a drive by Toyota, replacing Sebastien Ogier. The 23-year-old Solberg was the current WRC2 points leader and had initially planned to compete in the WRC2 class driving the Toyota GR Yaris Rally2, but will now be driving Toyota’s Rally1 car alongside full-time team drivers. Solberg expressed his excitement for the opportunity to compete in the Rally1 car, thanking the team for their trust and support as he returns to…
BővebbenCharting the Course: Exploring Daniel Suarez’s Potential NASCAR Trajectory in 2026
Daniel Suarez’s NASCAR Cup career has been filled with highs and lows, starting with his historic Xfinity Series championship win in 2016 as the first non-American driver to achieve this feat. His journey took a turn when he joined Joe Gibbs Racing for two lackluster years before moving to Stewart-Haas Racing for a single season. Following a brief stint with Gaunt Brothers Racing, Suarez became the inaugural driver for the newly established Trackhouse Racing Team. However, after five years, this partnership is coming to an end, leaving his Cup options…
BővebbenDaniel Suarez Embraces New Beginnings: Trackhouse Split Brings Optimism, Not Sadness
Trackhouse Racing revealed on Tuesday that Daniel Suarez will not continue as the driver of the No. 99 Chevrolet in 2026. Suarez expressed his positive attitude towards the change, emphasizing that it’s a new chapter and not a sad moment. The decision was not abrupt for Suarez, as he had been aware of it for a while. He expressed relief that the news is finally official and is looking forward to future plans and opportunities. Throughout his time with Trackhouse, Suarez shared his gratitude for the organization and the relationships…
BővebbenAlex Dunne’s McLaren Experience: A Lesson for Red Bull on Driver Stability
Yuki Tsunoda has competed in nine grands prix with Red Bull after replacing Liam Lawson’s Formula 1 seat for the Japanese Grand Prix. However, his performance has been underwhelming, with only seven points compared to Max Verstappen’s 119. Tsunoda’s qualifying results have not been promising either, starting from low grid positions in recent races. Despite the pressure, Red Bull attributes the issues to structural problems within the team rather than the drivers. Team advisor Helmut Marko insists Tsunoda will finish the season with Red Bull. The focus now seems to…
BővebbenInside the Global F1 Fan Survey: Insights from the JA on F1 Podcast
This week, the 2025 Global F1 Fan Survey was launched before the British Grand Prix to gather fan opinions on Formula 1. Over 100,000 respondents from 186 countries participated, revealing insights into attracting new audiences while retaining long-standing supporters. The survey underscores the importance of the sporting product for both groups. The box office numbers for the opening weekend of F1 The Movie are analyzed to gauge their impact on the championship. Graeme Lowdon, the newest team principal at Cadillac, discusses the team’s dual operation in the US and UK…
BővebbenRevving Up the Fan Base: F1’s Next Generation On Track for Long-Term Fandom
Formula 1 has been successful in attracting new audiences, particularly in the United States and through the Drive to Survive series on Netflix. Retaining these new fans for the long term is crucial, and Formula 1 seems to be excelling in this aspect according to the 2025 Global F1 Fan Survey. The survey revealed that a high percentage (94%) of respondents plan to continue following F1 five years from now, with even higher rates among Gen Z fans, US respondents, and ‘new’ fans. Stefano Domenicali, F1’s CEO, expressed excitement for…
BővebbenDriving Towards Diplomacy: F1 Community Crosses Finish Line at 10 Downing Street with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer welcomed 150 figures from the world of Formula 1 to an event at 10 Downing Street to celebrate the championship’s 75 year anniversary. The era of Formula 1 grand prix racing started in 1950 at Silverstone, with this year’s championship heading to the Northamptonshire venue next. F1 president Stefano Domenicali will speak at Downing Street to emphasize the significant employment sector within F1, with most teams having bases in the UK, contributing around £12bn to the UK economy annually. Starmer also met with key…
BővebbenHow Sauber’s new F1 leader is overseeing its resurgence
Sauber’s double-points finish in Austria, their first since the 2023 Qatar round, was a clear validation of the team’s extensive development work throughout this season. Despite the upcoming new regulations in 2026, Sauber has been proactive in implementing updates on the current C45, under the guidance of Mattia Binotto. The team has been focused on both improving on-track performance and refining design tools at Hinwil. This strategic approach has begun to pay off, with Nico Hulkenberg scoring points in the past three races and rookie Gabriel Bortoleto making his mark.…
BővebbenPursuing Perfection: Ferrari’s Race Against Time in the F1 Austrian GP
Ferrari had high hopes for their Formula 1 season in 2025, aiming to build on the successes of the previous year and compete for the constructors’ championship. However, it seems that McLaren has surged ahead, leaving Ferrari feeling like their decision to change their car’s approach has set them back. Introducing a floor update in Austria was seen as a positive step for Ferrari, despite still lagging behind the dominant McLarens. Drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc noted improvements from the updates, with more enhancements in the pipeline to close…
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