Ogier pays tribute Tanak: He “pushed me the hardest”
Sebastien Ogier says Ott Tanak pushed him “harder than anyone else” as the nine-time world rally champion paid tribute to his rival and friend, who will take a sabbatical in 2026.Tanak shocked the rally world in November when the 2019 champion announced plans to take a break from full-time competitionContinue Reading
F1 75 Rain Masters – The best wet weather drives in F1 history!
In the latest episode of our look at the greatest races in Formula 1 world championship history, we select the 10 best wet-weather drives. Host Kevin Turner and author Roger Smith outline the reasons for their choices, while leading motorsport journalist Damien Smith casts his critical eye over the ranking.Continue Reading
Nielsen on Alpine’s recovery: I don’t believe in “a five-year plan”
Alpine managing director Steve Nielsen downplayed the idea of long-term recovery timelines as the Enstone-based team looks to rebuild itself in Formula 1.This marks a clear departure from the philosophy of Alpine’s previous management, which committed to a so-called 100-race plan designed to return the team to the front ofContinue Reading
Antonelli explains why Mercedes F1 suspension change cost him “two or three months”
Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli believes the team’s ill-fated suspension change cost him “two or three months” of development during his first Formula 1 season.Mercedes introduced a tweaked rear suspension geometry at Imola’s Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, back in May, as it further tried to home in on its relative lackContinue Reading
JA on F1 podcast: How the F1 calendar works and why promoters are signing long term
F1 grands prix have become much than sporting events. They now stretch over four days of fan engagement with star music acts, cultural events, top chefs and diverse activities for fans.Promoter fees generate around $1billion of income annually for F1, almost a third of the total revenue. They can alsoContinue Reading
NASCAR world shares condolences for Denny Hamlin after tragic house fire
Denny Hamlin’s father, Dennis Hamlin, has died after injuries sustained in a house fire in Stanley, North Carolina, on Sunday. Hamlin’s mother, Mary Lou, 69, is currently being treated at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Burn Center and is listed in critical condition.The fire’s cause is still under investigation. Still reeling fromContinue Reading
Vasseur on F1 2026 arms race: “It doesn’t matter if we’re P1 or P10 in Melbourne”
Ferrari Formula 1 team boss Fred Vasseur is expecting to see rapid in-season development as squads get to grips with the new regulations and doesn’t believe the pecking order will remain static after the opening race in Melbourne.The 2026 regulations change, encompassing new power units, energy deployment and aerodynamics, is oneContinue Reading
Why replacing Mercedes’ hugely successful GT3 car is such a challenge
Mercedes-AMG is working on a new GT3 car for customer and factory-supported racing. It will become the first major product to emerge from the Affalterbach Racing division, which was set up midway through 2024 as Mercedes brought an end to its long-standing relationship with HWA.The unnamed GT3 challenger is expectedContinue Reading
FBI seizes $40m collection, including MotoGP bikes, from drug lord
The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Los Angeles division reports that drug baron Ryan James Wedding’s impressive collection of racing motorcycles has been seized.One of the FBI’s ‘top 10 fugitives’, Wedding is a motorcycle enthusiast, with his $40m collection featuring Ducatis that were ridden by Valentino Rossi, Jorge Lorenzo, Andrea Dovisioso,Continue Reading
How Red Bull’s 2025 turnaround will carry over to F1 2026
The 2025 Formula 1 season did not bring a new world title for Red Bull, but will nonetheless be remembered for Max Verstappen’s remarkable comeback.The Dutchman said in Abu Dhabi that he felt even better than he had 12 months earlier. This may sound surprising, given he was world championContinue Reading