Sardinia is considered one of the most challenging rallies on the World Rally Championship calendar, often a crucial round as the title race progresses to halfway. Toyota’s Elfyn Evans leads the standings heading into the rally, but his lead has shrunk to 30 points over teammate Kalle Rovanpera, with Sebastien Ogier in third. The focus is on Hyundai to disrupt Toyota’s perfect start to the 2025 season and improve their winless streak. Hyundai has a strong history at Sardinia and drivers like Ott Tanak and Thierry Neuville are eager to…
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Yamaha won’t test its V4 MotoGP engine at Aragon as “focus” stays on inline motor
Yamaha opted not to test its prototype V4 engine at the upcoming Aragon MotoGP test following the struggles faced by their bikes at Silverstone and MotorLand tracks. The V4 engine was designed to enhance straightline performance and rear grip, with limited public testing. Test rider Augusto Fernandez revealed little about the engines, confirming the focus on the inline configuration for now. Despite recent competitiveness shown by riders like Quartararo, Yamaha acknowledges the need for further development highlighted by Quartararo’s remarks on missing grip. While Quartararo hinted at trying out a…
BővebbenRevving Up for Change: Potential NASCAR Charter Shake-Up Looms for 23XI and FRM
The U.S. Court of Appeals in Richmond, Virginia, granted a preliminary injunction to 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports in December last year, allowing the teams to race with charters without certain conditions of the 2025 Charter Agreement. NASCAR aimed to overturn this injunction at a hearing on May 9th. Following the hearing, the Court ruled in favor of NASCAR, revoking the injunction. This decision could force 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to operate as open teams without charters for the rest of the year, unless they request another…
BővebbenRed Bull’s Bold Move: Seeking FIA Superlicence Exemption for Rising F1 Talent
While Red Bull Racing’s reserve drivers and junior talents are in the spotlight due to Max Verstappen’s penalty points, the team has requested a superlicence exemption for Formula 2 racer Arvid Lindblad. This request will be discussed during the upcoming FIA World Motor Sport Council meeting in Macau. The request for Lindblad, who meets all other superlicence requirements, was submitted before Verstappen reached 11 penalty points. Lindblad has amassed enough license points in junior formulas, but the age requirement prohibits him from formal eligibility until he turns 18. With the…
BővebbenControversy on the Track: Franco Morbidelli Criticizes Aleix Espargaro’s Actions in Silverstone MotoGP Collision
During the opening lap of MotoGP’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Aleix Espargaro and Franco Morbidelli collided, causing Espargaro to retire from the race. Tempers remained high even after the incident, with Morbidelli stating that he could have been even more critical of Espargaro. The collision occurred early in the race, when Morbidelli’s poor start led to contact between the Italian and the Spaniard. Fortunately, Morbidelli was able to continue racing after the incident, finishing in fourth place. Morbidelli accused Espargaro of having a personal issue against him, prompting a…
BővebbenKTM “working as hard as they can” to turn around “disaster” MotoGP season
While KTM is facing ups and downs in the 2025 MotoGP season, the Austrian manufacturer is persevering despite uncertainty surrounding their participation in 2027. The factory squad riders are not satisfied, especially with Pedro Acosta leading KTM in ninth place and Brad Binder in 14th. Acosta remains grounded, reflecting on the previous season’s successes and focusing on consistent top-five finishes. In terms of qualifying performance, Acosta criticized KTM’s approach, calling it a disaster and emphasizing the importance of starting higher on the grid. Despite challenges, Binder remains optimistic after visiting…
BővebbenRenegade Maverick Vinales Strikes a Balance: Advocating for Unity and Precision in the MotoGP World
Maverick Vinales showcases serenity and optimism towards KTM, embodying qualities like patience, calmness, hard work, and perseverance, in stark contrast to Pedro Acosta’s current mindset in MotoGP. Despite both visiting KTM’s Austrian headquarters recently, their experiences diverged significantly. Vinales highlights the symbolic significance of the visit, aiming to inspire and motivate both himself and the team, emphasizing the mutual commitment required for success. Positioned at 12th in the overall standings, Vinales remains content with his progress within the KTM team, even though setbacks like losing second place in the Qatar…
BővebbenBouncing Back: Valtteri Bottas’ Road to Redemption in Formula 1’s Future
The Formula 1 driver merry-go-round was inactive in 2024 as all teams retained their line-ups from the previous season. However, Valtteri Bottas was among those drivers whose journey came to a halt. The 35-year-old is eager to return to F1 and has been diligently working with Mercedes as a third driver in the meantime. Despite his skills and experience, Bottas is evaluating his options for the 2026 season as seats are getting filled. There are doubts about him remaining at Mercedes, given their satisfaction with current drivers Antonelli and Russell.…
BővebbenThe Unique Tradition of F1: Unraveling the Significance of the Dual Chequered Flags
In Formula 1, the black and white chequered flag signifies the end of a race, with the first driver it’s waved off to being the winner. However, during the 2025 F1 season, there were instances where two chequered flags were waved at the conclusion of a grand prix. The first flag, with the FIA logo, is the official signal for the race’s end, while the second flag, waved from the pit wall, is a Formula 1 marketing gesture, not carrying any regulatory significance. The second flag includes the names of…
BővebbenHere’s how to become a Formula 1 race marshal
There are a variety of ways for race fans to get involved in motorsport, whether by buying race tickets, pursuing a career in racing, or volunteering as a marshal. Marshals play a vital role in motorsport, ensuring races run smoothly, from flagging to scrutineering, with volunteers dedicating their time at racetracks globally. Sam Walker, a volunteer development manager at Motorsport UK, highlights the rewarding nature of marshalling as a way to give back to the sport. Starting as a die-hard race fan, Walker transitioned into marshalling, which became almost an…
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