Category: motorsport

The FIA recently released its Formula 1 penalty system guidelines, outlining the various penalties and points assigned for each offense in a clear breakdown. These guidelines serve as a reference for FIA stewards in determining appropriate penalties for infractions during F1 races and practice sessions. The document covers a range of offenses, such as breaches of personnel curfew, improper use of tires, and leaving the track to gain an advantage. Penalties include grid place penalties, disqualifications, time penalties, and other sanctions depending on the severity of the offense and the…

The FIA has released the updated F1 racing guidelines for 2025 alongside the penalty system in response to calls for enhanced transparency within the sport. After significant discussions with drivers and in light of past incidents, major changes have been made to the guidelines to address on-track behavior. The latest guidelines emphasize the rules for overtaking, including the criteria for giving space when overtaking on the inside and outside of corners. While the guidelines provide a framework for steward judgments, each incident will still be evaluated on a case-by-case basis…

Brad Pitt recently revealed that the plot of F1: The Movie drew inspiration from infamous moments in Formula 1 history, specifically the ‘Crashgate’ scandal from the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix, where members of the Renault team were banned from the sport for their involvement. The movie, which is set to be released globally this week, includes multiple plot lines reminiscent of the scandal, with Brad Pitt playing the role of washed-up former driver Sonny Hayes. Despite the references to real-life events like the ‘Crashgate’ scandal, the film does not directly…

It was surprising to see Carlos Sainz Sr decide not to pursue a late push for the FIA presidency, especially after Mohammed Ben Sulayem received strong support from 36 clubs, mostly from the Americas. The letter endorsing Ben Sulayem highlighted his leadership qualities, appreciation for his service, commitment, and vision during a challenging time in the FIA, with public criticism and internal restructuring. Despite initial considerations by Sainz to challenge Ben Sulayem, he ultimately chose not to run, paving the way for Ben Sulayem to potentially extend his term unopposed…

The Austrian Grand Prix made its world championship debut in 1964, with a temporary track on Zeltweg airfield. The grand prix circus only returned in 1970 after the construction of the permanent track, the Osterreichring, near Zeltweg. The current Red Bull Ring is a popular fixture, with Max Verstappen now being a major draw for fans. Exciting moments from the event’s 63-year history include the 2024 battle between Lando Norris and Max Verstappen. In 2024, George Russell won the Austrian GP after Lando Norris and Max Verstappen collided, affecting their…

The annual NASCAR All-Star Race offers a $1 million prize without any impact on the champion, motivating drivers to give their best. NASCAR introduced a five-week in-season tournament with a $1 million prize. Fans can also win the prize by correctly predicting the tournament outcomes. The tournament includes a variety of races, such as street courses and road courses. The ultimate prediction leans towards a final matchup between two Hendrick champions in the Brickyard 400. Initial rounds feature challenging race predictions, with drivers like Chase Elliott and Kyle Larson expected…

Larry McClure, known to long-time NASCAR fans, co-owned Morgan-McClure Motorsports with Tim Morgan and brother Jerry McClure from 1983 to 2012. He passed away at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Abingdon, Virginia, confirmed by his family on Wednesday. Their race team, utilizing the iconic No. 4 car with a Kodak paint scheme, won 14 Cup races, including three Daytona 500s, making them one of the ten teams in history to achieve this feat. Their wins were not only at superspeedway tracks but also at other renowned venues like Bristol, Watkins Glen,…

The Trackhouse Racing teammates, Shane van Gisbergen and Connor Zilisch, will go head-to-head in the NASCAR Xfinity Series race at the Chicago Street Course in July. Both drivers will be representing JR Motorsports that weekend, carrying the same sponsors but showcasing inverse paint schemes. Although SVG and Zilisch are both Red Bull athletes, this marks the first appearance of Red Bull on a JRM car. Zilisch is a full-time NASCAR Xfinity Series competitor, while Van Gisbergen is in his rookie season as a NASCAR Cup driver, having recently clinched victory…