The recent departure of FIA’s sporting manager, Laurent Mekies, is seen as a significant loss for the governing body. Mekies, who has had an extensive career in the world of Formula 1, had brought a wealth of experience and knowledge to his role. His departure raises questions about the future direction of the FIA’s F1
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In an exciting turn of events, both Williams and Sauber have announced that they will be launching their respective 2024 seasons in early February. This news has left fans eagerly anticipating the reveals, as both teams have tantalizingly shared “save the date” cards on social media. While Sauber has confirmed that the launch will take
The racing team has experienced significant growth over the past off-season, expanding its personnel and making strategic additions to its roster. While this expansion brought in new talent, it also introduced individuals with limited experience in IndyCar. However, despite this potential disadvantage, the team’s full-time entries delivered an impressive performance, with notable achievements and consistent
The 2023 season proved to be a challenging one for the Haas Formula 1 team. Despite occasional moments of promise in qualifying, mainly showcased by Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg, the team struggled to maintain consistent race pace due to issues with overheating tires. As a result, Haas finished 10th in the constructors’ championship, leaving
Jake Hill, a 29-year-old British racing driver, has established himself as one of the most skilled and committed drivers in the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). After finishing as the top-placed driver for Sunbury squad in both 2022 and 2023, Hill is set to continue his partnership with Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport for
Joe Newgarden, the 32-year-old Tennessee native, recently emerged as the victor of the prestigious Indianapolis 500. The event, held at the Stutz Building in Indianapolis, showcased Newgarden as the centrepiece. Accompanying this momentous occasion, sculptor Will Behrends crafted a sterling silver image of Newgarden, as he has done for every winner of the Indy 500
Since taking over as McLaren’s F1 team principal, Andrea Stella has proven himself to be an exceptional leader. Stella inherited the role following the departure of Andres Seidl, and in a remarkably short period, he has made a significant impact on both the team’s performance and its culture. Under Stella’s guidance, McLaren has experienced considerable
Honda, known for its dominance in the world of motorcycle racing, has made a bold move to revive its struggling team. The Japanese manufacturer recently announced that it has signed Luca Marini, currently racing for VR46, on a two-year contract. This surprising decision breaks with Honda’s tradition of offering only one-year contracts and marks a
The world of motorsports is no stranger to the name Josef Newgarden. This talented driver, who conquered America’s biggest open-wheel oval race, is now setting his sights on a new challenge: the Daytona. In his first bid for overall class honors, Newgarden will be joining forces with Porsche Penske Motorsport to compete in one of
Upon watching Ferrari, one cannot help but notice the talented cast and their impressive performances. Adam Driver, in the lead role as Enzo Ferrari, delivers a thoughtful and compelling portrayal of the flawed genius known as Il Commendatore. Penelope Cruz shines as the grieving and embittered wife, Laura, while Gabriel Leone captivates with his stellar
Williams Racing has recently welcomed Pat Fry to their team, a move that has raised hopes for the future of the struggling Formula 1 outfit. Fry, who has previously worked with Benetton, Ferrari, and McLaren, has a wealth of experience and technical expertise that will be crucial in turning around Williams’ fortunes. While Fry’s main
In 2023, McLaren experienced a stunning turn of events as they implemented a series of mid-season upgrades that transformed their MCL60 car into a contender for the podium. This astonishing surge in form was made possible by a technical restructure led by the team’s new principal, Stella. As a result, McLaren was able to surpass
The Intercontinental GT Challenge finale was a rollercoaster of emotions for Alexander Rossi and his teammates, Nick Yelloly and Dries Vanthoor. The trio had been leading the race comfortably until disaster struck with a pedal box failure during a pitstop. The resulting slow pitstop cost them crucial seconds and forced their shorter co-drivers to adapt
Iron Lynx, the team behind the new prototype, recently had an impressive showing during its test session in the United States. The prototype not only topped the GTP timesheets but also completed a remarkable 1,150km over the course of two days. This successful test marks an important milestone for Iron Lynx as it prepares to
The 2023 DTM season has been a challenging one for Porsche, with only one team committed to continuing in the series next year. Team Bernhard has made the difficult decision to step down from GT3 racing due to the high costs involved, while Toksport WRT is still in discussions with Porsche regarding their participation in
When Andreas Seidl left McLaren to lead Audi’s 2026 entry with Sauber, he left behind a team that needed a fresh perspective to continue its journey towards success. Andreas Stella took over as the new Team Principal last winter, and one of his first major decisions was to restructure the technical departments. This article delves
Formula 1 racing is not only a thrilling sport but also one that poses significant risks to the drivers. The recent Qatar Grand Prix highlighted the importance of prioritizing driver safety, especially in extreme weather conditions. The FIA has acknowledged the need for rapid solutions to prevent incidents like severe heat exhaustion from occurring again.
In 2020, the racing world witnessed the debut of Alex Marquez in MotoGP. The young rider entered the premier class with the factory Honda squad, replacing the legendary Jorge Lorenzo. Marquez had already achieved success in the Moto2 championship, clinching the title in 2019. However, his journey to MotoGP was not without its hurdles. In