Malcom Wilson has been elected as FIA Deputy President for Sport after a vote at the FIA’s Extraordinary General Assembly in Macau. Wilson, nominated by FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, replaces Robert Reid, the former co-driver champion who resigned due to a ‘standards breakdown’ at the FIA. An overwhelming majority of voters supported Wilson’s appointment to the position. As a prominent figure in British motorsport, Wilson has a successful career in rallying, including winning the British Rally Championship in 1994. He is the founder of M-Sport, which has had a…
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Max Verstappen’s Challenge: Overcoming the Mercedes Dominance in the F1 Canadian GP Podium
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen acknowledges the challenge of matching McLaren’s pace in the upcoming Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix and instead aims to focus on a podium battle with Mercedes. Despite winning the last three races in Canada, this year presents a different scenario for Red Bull at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve due to its characteristics favoring McLaren. Verstappen identifies Mercedes as the primary rival for Red Bull in Montreal, emphasizing the difficulty of fighting for a podium finish against strong competitors. Although improvements have been made to address balance…
BővebbenThe Formula 1 Conundrum: Alex Albon’s Insights on Red Bull’s Junior Driver Dilemma
After replacing Liam Lawson at Red Bull, Yuki Tsunoda is still struggling to find pace in the RB21, a trend that has been ongoing since Daniel Ricciardo’s departure in 2019. Drivers who filled the seat after Ricciardo, except Sergio Perez, have had short-lived stints and came from Red Bull’s young driver program. Sharing his experience, Alex Albon highlighted the challenging transition from Toro Rosso to Red Bull due to the significant differences in car characteristics. The demanding nature of the Red Bull Racing car requires drivers to quickly adapt to…
BővebbenNASCAR Navigates Turbulence: Adjusting Mexico Race Weekend Amid Aircraft Issues
On Thursday, a chartered plane carrying members of the NASCAR industry was grounded due to an engine issue, leading to delays and the need to find an alternate route to Mexico City. As a result of this incident and other air travel challenges, NASCAR was forced to make schedule adjustments for the upcoming weekend. The on-track schedule for the weekend’s activities at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City had to be modified due to aircraft issues that affected multiple race teams in Charlotte, N.C. This led to NASCAR rearranging the…
BővebbenPole Position Prestige: Why Cadillac Faces Long Odds at Le Mans 24h
Sebastien Bourdais expressed doubts about Cadillac’s chances for a top-five finish at the Le Mans 24 Hours, despite starting 1-2 on the grid in qualifying. Cadillac Jota dominated the Hyperpole sessions, with Jack Aitken and Bourdais leading the first session and Alex Lynn securing pole position. Bourdais voiced concerns about rivals potentially sandbagging and the impact of Balance of Performance regulations on their performance. He lamented the importance of top speed at Le Mans and criticized competitors for not allowing a fair chance for Cadillac to compete. Despite decent long-run…
BővebbenEndurance and Determination: Alex Lynn’s Unwavering Commitment to the 2025 Le Mans 24 Hours Qualifying
Cadillac driver Alex Lynn is thrilled about securing pole position for this weekend’s Le Mans 24 Hours, considering it special after narrowly missing out on the top spot last year. Lynn, part of the Jota Caddy team, reminisced about last year’s race when he was moments away from claiming pole, only to have it snatched by Porsche’s Kevin Estre by a small margin. Securing pole position at Le Mans holds immense significance for Lynn, especially after enduring a close defeat in the previous year’s race. Teammate Earl Bamber’s strong performance…
BővebbenBattle of Titans: Lando Norris Sparks Speculation on Max Verstappen’s Unyielding Resolve in F1
Despite being on the verge of a Formula 1 race ban, Lando Norris believes that Max Verstappen will continue to be aggressive on the track. Norris, who has raced against Verstappen for years, understands the Dutch driver’s approach well. Verstappen’s recent clash with George Russell in the Spanish Grand Prix led to a penalty and close to a ban, but he remains defiant about changing his style. Norris respects Verstappen’s aggressive driving and acknowledges that it’s a key factor in his success. He believes that Verstappen will only intensify his…
BővebbenKubica Dominates Le Mans 24 Hours with Ferrari in Final Practice
In the 2025 Le Mans 24 Hours, Ferrari led a session for the first time as Robert Kubica topped final practice, setting a 3m26.523s in the #83 customer Ferrari. Kubica’s time was almost a second faster than Miguel Molina in the #50 Ferrari and was followed by two Cadillacs, with Felipe Drugovich and Jenson Button posting competitive lap times. The top five also included Laurens Vanthoor in a Porsche, while Norman Nato in a Jota Cadillac and Antonio Giovinazzi in another Ferrari rounded out the top seven. In the LMP2…
BővebbenCharles Leclerc Affirms Devotion: ‘I Love the Team’ Amid Ferrari F1 Exit Speculation
Charles Leclerc dismissed recent rumors about his departure from Ferrari in Formula 1 and expressed surprise over the speculation, emphasizing his commitment to the team’s future success. Despite a disappointing start to the 2025 season with only three podium finishes, Ferrari remains focused on improving performance to challenge for championships, building on successes like Lewis Hamilton’s sprint race win in China. While rumors swirl about the team’s leadership and Leclerc’s contract status, he reaffirmed his loyalty to Ferrari and determination to help them return to the forefront of F1. Leclerc…
BővebbenUnexpected Twist: Denny Hamlin Makes Bold Move to Skip Mexico City NASCAR Cup Race
Following his third victory of the season at Michigan, Denny Hamlin has opted to skip the inaugural Cup race in Mexico to be with his partner Jordan Fish and their newborn son, after already having two daughters together. Hamlin released a statement expressing his joy at the new addition to their family and emphasized his commitment to being present for his loved ones during this transition period. Despite having an impeccable attendance record of over 400 races, Hamlin’s absence will be filled by Ryan Truex at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez,…
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