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Ott Tanak extended his lead in the Acropolis Rally Greece after an impressive drive through the morning stages, while his Hyundai teammate Adrien Fourmaux fell behind due to a time loss from clipping a bank. Tanak increased his lead by winning stage eight and clocking the fastest time in stage nine, despite minor damage to his rear wing in the latter. Fourmaux lost significant time after hitting a rock off line, dropping him to third place behind Sebastien Ogier. Championship leader Elfyn Evans remained in fourth, with Takamoto Katsuta moving…

Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are not anticipating a significant improvement in their competitiveness with the new Ferrari car floor at the Austrian Grand Prix after a subdued Friday. Ferrari introduced a completely redesigned floor at the Red Bull Ring, aiming to enhance aerodynamic load and overall performance through cornering speeds. Although the team expects the new design to enhance performance in various conditions, the immediate impact seems marginal based on Leclerc’s performance on the track. Hamilton and Leclerc faced challenges during Friday’s practice sessions, with Leclerc missing FP1 and…

Friday night’s NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Atlanta showcased a mix of drama and excitement. A caution-filled race was interrupted by a lengthy delay due to lightning near the track. Despite a spin early in the race, Nick Sanchez persevered to claim his first career Xfinity win in his 25th start. Sanchez faced tough competition, falling to third on the final restart before regaining the lead with a strong performance. Carson Kvapil secured second place, while Sam Mayer finished third. The top five was completed by Connor Zilisch and Taylor…

Lando Norris has been struggling to adjust to the 2025 McLaren, especially during qualifying where he faces tough competition from teammate Oscar Piastri. The car’s decreased feedback has made it challenging for Norris to push the limits in corners, leading to issues with cueing. Both drivers have experienced front axle numbness, impacting their ability to replicate their best laps. Piastri has adapted better, securing more pole positions than Norris. McLaren worked on subtle solutions, including revised front suspension geometry, to help Norris feel more connected to the car. Technical director…

After nearly 90 minutes of waiting due to lightning delays, the NASCAR Xfinity race finally began with just five laps remaining in the first stage. Unfortunately, the race restart ended in chaos as Jesse Love’s aggressive move caused a massive crash, involving at least ten cars, including notable drivers such as Ryan Sieg, Sheldon Creed, and Justin Allgaier. Despite the havoc, all drivers involved in the wreck were checked and released from the infield care center, with six unable to continue. Jesse Love, who triggered the crash, surprisingly remained competitive…

Ford drivers took the top eight qualifying positions at Atlanta’s NASCAR Cup race, with Joey Logano securing pole position for Team Penske. Logano narrowly edged out Josh Berry in the Wood Brothers Ford for the top spot on the grid. The first two rows were completely dominated by Penske-affiliated cars, showcasing their strong performance. Despite tying for pole position, Logano claimed the spot based on owner’s points. The top five qualifiers included Logano, Berry, Ryan Blaney, Austin Cindric, and Ryan Preece. The qualifying session had a brief delay due to…

The Acropolis Rally Greece showcased the exceptional skill and endurance of World Rally Championships crews and teams, facing one of the toughest days in motorsport. The event in June featured punishing conditions with rough stages and intense heat, highlighting the elite capabilities of the drivers and teams. The extreme challenges of the WRC, including high temperatures and demanding stages, push the competitors to their limits and showcase their adaptability. With temperatures soaring to 70 degrees Celsius inside the cars, drivers coped with the scorching conditions and physical demands of almost…