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At racing speeds, one of Pirelli’s blue-sidewalled ‘wet’ tyres can displace a remarkable 85 litres of water per second, although it is rare to see an F1 wet tyre operating at these speeds. The significant spray created by the wet tyres usually leads to red flag situations in races. Pirelli is working on improving the wet tyre’s performance to make it more usable, aiming to bring it closer to the performance of intermediate tyres for the 2026 season. A recent test conducted by Pirelli at Ferrari’s Fiorano circuit focused on…

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The European Commission has approved Liberty Media’s acquisition of Dorna Sports without conditions, following an in-depth investigation of the proposed transaction. Liberty Media, known for its stakes in media, sports, and entertainment companies, will leverage its expertise to boost MotoGP’s popularity and appeal. The acquisition includes buying 86% of Dorna Sports for approximately $4.2 billion, with Dorna’s top management retaining the remaining 14%. News of this acquisition, first announced in April 2024, was delayed due to the European Commission’s concerns about competition and market dominance. With this final approval, both…

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NASCAR’s in-season challenge is here, aiming to provide added excitement for fans and offer a $1 million prize to the winning driver. The tournament involves the top 32 drivers from three weeks ago competing in a bracket-style format over five weeks. Scoring is based on drivers finishing ahead of their opponent each week, not on points earned. TNT will broadcast the races, culminating in the final showdown at the Brickyard 400 in Indianapolis. Notably, Denny Hamlin is the top seed, while Ty Dillon is the underdog as the 32nd seed.…

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Gabriel Bortoleto has yet to fulfill his early promise in Formula 1, as he has not scored any points so far. Despite this, his teammate Nico Hulkenberg has accumulated 20 points, leading some to believe that Hulkenberg is performing better. Bortoleto himself admires Hulkenberg’s driving skills and efficiency in getting the most out of the car. Sauber, amidst struggles, is working towards improvement in the Formula 1 circuit, as they prepare to become Audi’s factory team in the upcoming season. The team is methodically addressing their challenges and encouraging Bortoleto…

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Despite McLaren’s desire to move on from Lando Norris’ clash with Oscar Piastri at the Canadian Grand Prix, the incident will continue to be a talking point at the Red Bull Ring race in Austria. Norris took responsibility for the incident immediately, mitigating some criticism, while McLaren’s team principal praised his swift acknowledgment of the mistake as a reflection of the team’s values. McLaren, however, understands the need to address the incident to prevent a repeat, and discussions with Norris will take place behind closed doors once emotions have settled.…

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Arvid Lindblad, a young Red Bull prospect, tested the Racing Bull’s 2023 AT04 for his first official F1 test at Imola, splitting Testing of Previous Cars duties with fellow Red Bull junior Ayumu Iwasa. The 17-year-old Lindblad, who recently obtained his F1 superlicense, is a promising talent in the Red Bull family, given a dispensation due to not meeting the age limit of 18 yet. Despite minor spins at the Variante Alta chicane, Lindblad’s test with the AT04, following a previous filming day at Imola, went well, positioning him for…

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Winner: Marc Marquez was victorious at the Italian Grand Prix, clinching all the points over the weekend. Despite some initial setbacks, he showcased his dominance on the track and secured a pole position and a sprint race victory, surprising even himself with his performance. During the main race, Marquez faced challenges from his teammate Bagnaia and his brother Alex, but he managed to maintain his lead and clinch his 93rd career victory. His strong showing solidified his position as the championship leader and hinted at a successful season ahead. Loser:…

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