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Sebastian Vettel, the four-time Formula 1 world champion, recently completed an impressive 36-hour endurance test in Porsche Penske Motorsport’s 963 hypercar at Aragon in Spain. Vettel logged a total of 118 laps during the testing, covering almost two grand prix distances over four stints. Porsche’s director of factory racing, Urs Kuratle, was full of praise
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In a bold move, WRC teams Toyota, Hyundai, and M-Sport-Ford recently came together to voice their concerns about the FIA’s proposed changes to the Rally1 technical regulations. These teams collectively penned a letter to the world motorsport governing body, expressing their desire for the current regulations to remain in place until the end of 2026.
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The Williams FW45 has undergone significant changes for the 2024 season in an attempt to make the car more competitive across a variety of circuits. While the car was known for its top speed in the previous year, this advantage has been sacrificed in favor of a more consistent performance overall. This shift has required
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Charles Leclerc, the rising star of Formula 1, honored his mentor and friend Jules Bianchi during the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. Bianchi, who tragically passed away from injuries sustained in a crash during the 2014 Japanese GP, played a significant role in Leclerc’s career. Leclerc considered Bianchi a “game changer” and credited him
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The McLaren driver development programme has undergone a significant overhaul in 2023, with the aim of better supporting young drivers at the karting level and paving the way for a potential climb to Formula 1. Joining McLaren IndyCar driver Pato O’Ward and F1 reserve Ryo Hirakawa are newly appointed members such as 2023 FIA F3
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Bobby Thompson, the 2022 champion in the Jack Sears Trophy sub-division of the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC), recently completed a test with WSR to potentially secure a race deal for the 2024 season. The test took place on a Wednesday at Brands Hatch, where Thompson had the opportunity to drive the BMW 330e M
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The early races in the Formula 1 season have provided a glimpse into the competitive landscape, with teams like Red Bull, Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes, and Aston Martin emerging as the ones to beat in both qualifying and races. Red Bull, in particular, has taken the lead in the midfield battle, with Yuki Tsunoda’s impressive seventh-place
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Thierry Neuville, the WRC points leader, faced a tumultuous Day 2 at the Safari Rally. Despite climbing to second position in the morning stages, his hopes for a podium finish were dashed when his Hyundai i20 N experienced power issues. This led to numerous stops and ultimately a loss of more than 10 minutes. The
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The Melbourne Grand Prix saw Carlos Sainz, returning from surgery for appendicitis, secure a splendid second-place qualification. The Spaniard executed a brilliant overtaking maneuver on polesitter Max Verstappen in just the second lap of the race. Verstappen’s race came to an abrupt end as he was forced to retire due to a right-rear brake failure,
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When news first emerged that Lewis Hamilton would be leaving Mercedes to join Ferrari in 2025, many assumed Max Verstappen would stay loyal to Red Bull until the end of his contract in 2028. However, recent controversies surrounding Red Bull’s team principal, Christian Horner, have raised doubts about Verstappen’s future with the team. Verstappen’s father,
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The recent Melbourne race presented a significant opportunity for Formula 1’s lower-ranking teams, who are often relegated to finishing outside the points. Following lackluster performances in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, only Haas managed to secure a single point in Jeddah. However, the tide turned when Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and both Mercedes drivers, Lewis Hamilton