Alex Marquez underwent a successful surgery to treat the left hand fracture sustained in the Dutch Grand Prix accident at Assen. It is yet to be decided whether Marquez will participate in the upcoming MotoGP round in Germany on 11-13 July, with an update expected this week. Meanwhile, Luca Marini will return to action at a private test in Brno, just one month after his serious injury at Suzuka. Marini’s recovery has progressed well, allowing him to join the private Honda and Yamaha test, while his team-mate Joan Mir’s participation…
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McLaren’s Astonishing Austria Domination: A Glimpse into F1’s Future or an Early End to the Excitement?
“Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri dominated the 2025 F1 championship with a strong performance in Austria, but McLaren’s true dominance may still face challenges in upcoming races. Red Bull was disappointed by their lackluster performance at their home race, with Kimi Antonelli’s collision with Max Verstappen on lap 1 adding insult to injury. Verstappen was quick to move on from the incident and celebrate his GT3 team’s win at Spa 24 Hours, while Red Bull’s Christian Horner expressed a mix of admiration and envy towards McLaren’s performance. Horner praised Piastri’s…
BővebbenThe Ultimate Guide to the F1 British Grand Prix: Start Time, Live Coverage, TV Channel, and Standings
The 2025 British Grand Prix at Silverstone is expected to draw almost 500,000 fans, creating a vibrant atmosphere over the race weekend. Lando Norris aims to secure back-to-back wins after his recent victory in Austria, reducing Oscar Piastri’s championship lead to 15 points. He eyes his first-ever home race win in 2025. Lewis Hamilton, the nine-time Silverstone winner, seeks to replicate his emotional victory in 2024 with Ferrari, representing his new team. The race also holds significance for homegrown drivers George Russell and Ollie Bearman. Max Verstappen, the 2024 world…
BővebbenRevving Up: The Evolution of Jorge Martin’s Battle with Aprilia
The Dutch Grand Prix at Assen will be remembered for several reasons, with significant moments unfolding both on and off the track. Marc Marquez showcased his dominance with a dazzling performance, affirming his status as the MotoGP frontrunner. Diogo Moreira secured Brazil’s first Moto2 victory, while Jose Antonio Rueda continued his path towards a Moto3 title. However, the event’s main drama centered around the escalating conflict between Jorge Martin and Aprilia, highlighting tensions between the reigning world champion and the manufacturer. Paddock discussions and legal battles behind the scenes further…
BővebbenRacing Redemption: Jorge Martin Rebounds with Declared Fitness for MotoGP Test
Injured MotoGP world champion Jorge Martin has been cleared to test his Aprilia bike, but will miss the German Grand Prix in two weeks. Martin, in a contractual dispute with the team, can test this week, pending a further medical check next week. MotoGP medical director authorized the test but ruled out a return at the German GP. Martin may be cleared to resume racing at the Czech Grand Prix following previous injuries. His recovery dates back to Qatar in April, after a crash involving Fabio di Giannantonio. Medical reports…
BővebbenRising Talent: Paul Aron’s Spectacular F1 Debut with Sauber at British and Hungarian Grands Prix
Alpine and Sauber have reached an agreement to loan out reserve driver Paul Aron to Sauber, allowing the Estonian to participate in FP1 sessions for the team in Silverstone and Budapest. Sauber lacked designated reserve drivers for this season, requiring a rookie driver for two FP1 sessions, leading to the deal with Alpine’s former F2 frontrunner, Aron. Aron, currently on Alpine’s reserve roster, will drive Sauber’s C45 in FP1 at Silverstone and Budapest, standing in for Nico Hulkenberg before returning to Alpine duties. Sauber’s rookies slots are also filled by…
BővebbenBreaking Boundaries: The Red Bull Dilemma Threatening Max Verstappen’s F1 Championship Dreams
Helmut Marko expressed disappointment after the Austrian Grand Prix, stating that Red Bull’s performance made it difficult to compete for the championship. Although Marko’s comment referred to McLaren’s dominance, it also applied to Red Bull’s own underwhelming showing at their home track in Spielberg. Max Verstappen acknowledged the team’s shortcomings and emphasized the need for improvement in various areas. Red Bull’s challenges include a lack of outright pace, a narrow operating window for the RB21, and difficulties with tyre management compared to McLaren. Despite upcoming updates, solving these issues quickly…
BővebbenDrama Unfolds: The Triumphs and Tribulations of MotoGP’s Dutch Grand Prix
“Marc Marquez emerged as the winner of the weekend with a total of 37 points, significantly extending his lead in the standings over his nearest rival. Despite facing challenges, including two crashes and a less-than-ideal qualifying, Marquez showcased his dominance with strategic racing and defensive skills, securing victory twice over. On the other hand, Alex Marquez had a tougher weekend, losing positions early in the race and ultimately crashing due to a close encounter with another rider. His injuries and subsequent surgery raise doubts about his ability to maintain his…
BővebbenBehind the Scenes: A Night of Restlessness for Christian Horner
Max Verstappen’s Orange Army is eagerly heading to Spielberg with high expectations, given his successful performances in recent years at the Austrian Grand Prix, including victories, a second-place finish, and sprint race wins. However, setbacks like an electrical failure in the 2020 season-opener and a disappointing one-lap race in 2025 have created a significant points deficit that puts Verstappen far behind the championship leader, Oscar Piastri. Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has expressed doubts about the team’s chances of defending the championship, especially considering McLaren’s strong performance and the departure…
BővebbenWho slept best last night: Jonathan Wheatley
A year ago, at the Austrian Grand Prix, I vividly remember walking through the paddock and encountering Oliver Hoffmann in the Sauber hospitality area, seemingly more interested in footballer Maximilian Arnold than racing. I questioned the team’s focus on entertaining celebrities rather than improving performance. Red Bull also engages in this practice, as seen during their home race weekend in Spielberg where even Jurgen Klopp made an appearance. Oliver Hoffmann, similar to Jurgen Klopp in appearance, was the face of the Audi-Sauber project which struggled to find success in Formula…
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