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Sebastien Ogier will compete in Rally Finland as part of his 2025 World Rally Championship campaign, choosing to skip Rally Estonia. This will be his sixth WRC start of the season, joining Toyota’s five-car lineup alongside Kalle Rovanpera, Elfyn Evans, Takamoto Katsuta, and Sami Pajari. Ogier hinted at his Finland participation after finishing second in the Acropolis Rally Greece, where he plans to return after his 2024 victory. Despite not finalizing his schedule post-Finland, Ogier mentioned a potential appearance in Chile in September, possibly making it his seventh WRC start…

Rumours are swirling about Toto Wolff’s discussions with Max Verstappen, sparking speculation that the four-time world champion could drive for Mercedes in 2026, raising questions about the team’s optimal strategy and potential garage mate for Verstappen. Although Verstappen is contracted with Red Bull until 2028, the possibility of him joining Mercedes is not entirely ruled out, with Wolff not denying ongoing talks and George Russell acknowledging Verstappen’s presence on Mercedes’ radar. Should Verstappen sign with Mercedes, a crucial decision for Wolff would be choosing the optimal teammate from the current…

Daniel Suarez, the top foreign-born driver in NASCAR, is seeking a new race team for the 2026 season following his departure from Trackhouse Racing Team. While his destination remains uncertain, Suarez has confirmed that he will not continue driving the No. 99 Chevrolet. Both Suarez and Trackhouse have amicably agreed to part ways at the end of the 2025 season after experiencing success together. Team owner Justin Marks praised Suarez for his significant contribution to Trackhouse and expressed gratitude for his dedication and performance. It is expected that rising star…

Steve Newmark has played a key role at RFK Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series since 2010, guiding the team through downsizing and later building back up with Brad Keselowski. The team currently fields three full-time cars with Keselowski (#6), Buescher (#17), and Preece (#60). However, Newmark recently announced his departure from RFK Racing this summer to join UNC’s athletic department. RFK Racing expressed gratitude for his leadership and contributions over the past 15 years and wished him success at UNC. Newmark shared his appreciation for his time at RFK…

Mercedes’ joy from winning the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix faded in Austria as George Russell finished fifth, over a minute behind the leading McLarens, missing the targeted podium position. The W16 faced its toughest weekend of the year in Austria, struggling with overheating issues that had plagued it in previous hot races like Jeddah and Imola. A forgettable race in Austria was compounded by Ferrari finishing ahead as the ‘best of the rest’, showcasing Mercedes’ difficulties. Russell finished with a narrow margin over midfield teams, highlighting the team’s tire…

The new F1 movie featuring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris has had a successful opening weekend at the box office. Rumors are circulating about a possible sequel to the 1990 film “Days of Thunder,” with Tom Cruise being mentioned to reprise his role as Cole Trickle. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer, who worked on both F1 and Days of Thunder, has hinted at the potential sequel, mentioning discussions with Cruise about it. Tom Cruise himself has shown interest in revisiting the Days of Thunder franchise, along with other projects like “Top Gun:…

Formula 1 and Motorsport Network have released the 2025 Global F1 Fan Survey, a comprehensive study capturing the evolving fan engagement trends across the series worldwide. The study, based on over 100,000 responses from highly engaged fans in 186 countries, reveals a shifting demographic towards a younger and more female audience, with growing interest in markets like the US. Fans are drawn to Formula 1 by its diverse range of stories and engagement opportunities, staying for the speed, strategy, and spectacle of the sport. Stefano Domenicali, Formula 1’s president and…