In a surprising turn of events, 2010 champion James Courtney has officially joined BRT Racing Team (BRT) for the 2024 season. The Australian driver had been rumored to be heading to BRT long before his departure from Tickford Racing was confirmed earlier this week. This move comes after Courtney and Declan Fraser parted ways with
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In a world where talent and determination can pave the way to success, George Browning has proven himself to be a force to be reckoned with in the realm of motorsports. Last year, Browning left an indelible mark on the racing scene, impressing in various racing categories such as MSV Formula 2, BBM Ginetta LMP3,
The world champion Red Bull Racing team had initially intended to construct a state-of-the-art wind tunnel facility at its base. The team believed that this new facility was crucial in order to stay at the forefront of Formula 1 car development in the long term. A suitable site near its technology campus was identified, and
In a season filled with excitement and fierce competition, it was Samir Voisin who emerged victorious, claiming the GB3 Championship title. Going into the final weekend, Voisin held a 13-point lead over his closest rival, Joseph Loake, with Alex Dunne just four points adrift. The stage was set for a thrilling showdown at Donington Park.
Formula 1 is a sport that epitomizes the relentless pursuit of performance. Every team is constantly looking for ways to gain an edge over their competitors, and one area that has seen significant evolution over the years is aerodynamic design. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the recent developments
Max Verstappen demonstrated his speed and skill in the final practice session before qualifying for the upcoming race. The Red Bull driver set an impressive lap time of 1m35.912s, putting him at the top of the timesheets and ahead of his teammate Sergio Perez by 0.3s. Verstappen’s time could not be beaten, even by Ferrari’s
Last weekend, Sylvie Mullins made her mark at the final Irish Championship Circuit Racing meeting of 2023 at Mondello Park. With determination coursing through her veins, Mullins set out to break Cian Carey’s outright lap record. For years, the record stood at 50.22 seconds, courtesy of Nigel Greensall. However, Carey managed to slash this time
The current system of Balance of Performance (BoP) in endurance racing has sparked a heated debate among manufacturers. In a recent meeting conducted by the FIA and the Automobile Club, changes to the BoP system for 2024 were discussed. While the majority of manufacturers favored maintaining the status quo, there is dissatisfaction with the system
The American Andretti outfit is hoping to enter Formula 1 from 2025 at the earliest, after receiving approval from the FIA. However, the team’s bid to join the series faces resistance from Formula One Management (FOM) and rival teams, who question the tangible benefits of adding an extra team to the grid. This opposition stems
In preparation for the 2024 Formula 1 season, Mercedes has made the decision to move away from its current “size-zero” sidepods architecture. This move comes after struggling to manage the “capricious beast” that is the W14 within its narrow operating window. With new engine rules and a transition to active aerodynamics on the horizon for
The recent FIA event in Qatar pushed drivers to their physical limits as they battled extreme temperatures and high humidity on the track. Described by some as “hell” and “torture,” this race at Losail posed one of the biggest challenges of their careers. Unfortunately, the conditions proved too demanding for some drivers, with Logan Sargeant
Alfa Romeo Racing showed signs of progress at the Qatar Grand Prix with both drivers, Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu, finishing in the points. Bottas secured eighth place, while Zhou finished just behind him in ninth. This double-points finish helped Alfa Romeo surpass Haas in the constructors’ table and move up to eighth place, just
The GPT category faced challenging conditions during the qualifying session of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. With persistent rainfall, the 2.54-mile, 12-turn road course became dark and slippery, forcing every team to switch to rain tires. As the session progressed, however, the track began to dry out in certain areas, causing lap times to decrease.
Porsche’s new breed of LMDh cars featuring spec hybrid systems has made a significant impact in the World Endurance Championship and IMSA SportsCar Championship. With its impressive performance, the Porsche 963 has emerged as a strong contender in the championship. Winning three out of the eight races for which GTP cars have been eligible in
The world of MotoGP was rocked by the news of Marc Marquez’s departure from Honda. The six-time MotoGP champion and Honda came to a mutual agreement to terminate their contract a year early. This decision allows Marquez to join his younger brother Alex at the satellite Gresini squad. While it is undoubtedly a big blow
The recent Qatar Grand Prix weekend in Formula 1 was marred by chaos surrounding track limits. Grid positions were constantly shuffled as penalties were handed out, disrupting the race order. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the FIA, has expressed his discontent with such situations, stressing that they are unacceptable. However, his approach to solving the
Brad Binder was given the opportunity to ride the new RC16 bike at the Japanese Grand Prix in Motegi. This bike marked a significant shift away from KTM’s traditional steel trellis frame philosophy. Binder’s performance on the RC16 was promising, with him setting a new lap record in Friday practice and finishing second in the
During the build-up to the Qatar Grand Prix, the FIA’s announcement regarding Pirelli’s discovery of a serious risk of potential punctures during the main race sent shockwaves through the F1 paddock. The revelation came after Pirelli analyzed the tires used in Friday’s FP1 session, which had completed over 20 laps. The analysis revealed an alarming