Category: motorsport

NASCAR has strategically placed tire packs around the track in Mexico City to prevent drivers from cutting corners. They’ve added yellow lines through the esses, imposing penalties for crossing them. Most drivers welcome the tire packs, like Bubba Wallace, who believes they keep racers on track limits. NASCAR is avoiding placing tire packs in high-speed sections after incidents like the one at Charlotte Roval. Chase Elliott noted the impact of tire packs on sim preparation, expecting a different approach to corners on track. Drivers are eager to adapt their strategies…

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With just over 22 minutes left in qualifying, Daniel Suarez crashed his No. 9 JR Motorsports Chevrolet in Turn 11, ending his chance to complete a flying lap. The car sustained heavy damage, forcing him to switch to a backup car and start from the rear of the field. Suarez reported that he “locked the fronts” at corner entry, leading to the incident. Despite the setback, he remains optimistic about the backup car’s performance, expressing confidence that it will be competitive in the race. After being checked and released from…

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The Las Vegas Grand Prix has recently signed a two-year extension to stay on the Formula 1 calendar until at least 2027, with plans to remain long-term. Vegas, uniquely promoted by F1 itself, had a decade-long “commitment” when it was first announced, making its place on the calendar secure. The significant economic impact of the race, generating $934 million in revenue in 2024, has solidified its importance to the city and its businesses. Organizers are focused on long-term success, aiming for a permanent presence on the F1 calendar with incremental…

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Nick Tandy, alongside teammates Felipe Nasr and Laurens Vanthoor, is aiming to achieve the triple crown of endurance racing by winning at Daytona, Sebring, and potentially Le Mans in a single calendar year. Despite this historic opportunity, Tandy emphasizes that the focus remains on each race individually, with Le Mans being the pinnacle event in motorsport. Winning Le Mans is a standalone achievement, and the team’s preparation and approach will not change due to the potential triple crown accolade. Tandy’s previous victories at major endurance races, such as Daytona, have…

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George Russell acknowledged that his fastest lap in second practice at the F1 Canadian Grand Prix was his best effort behind the wheel of his Mercedes, benefiting from cooler temperatures in Montreal. Despite heading the timesheet by a narrow margin over Lando Norris, Russell emphasized that he was pushing to the limit. Russell’s top time was set on the C5 medium tires, whereas Norris was on the softer C6 compound. The Mercedes driver expressed satisfaction with his performance on Friday but anticipates a tough challenge from Norris in the race,…

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