January 6, 2025

Helio Castroneves to attempt Daytona 500 with Trackhouse

Helio Castroneves has never run a NASCAR race at any level, but he will aim to make his debut in the biggest race of them all. The Brazilian racer and four-time Indy 500 Champion will team up with Trackhouse Racing and their Project 91 program for the 67th running of ‘The Great American Race’ at Daytona International Speedway. However, it won’t be his first race on the Daytona oval, as the …Keep reading

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Lappi “still in talks with Hyundai” as search for 2025 drive continues

Esapekka Lappi has offered an update on his future, stating that he is “still in talks” with Hyundai, while also looking at other options to continue his rallying career.Lappi became a free agent for 2025 after Hyundai announced a new strategy for its third World Rally Championship entry having opted to sign Adrien Fourmaux from M-Sport-Ford to pilot the car on a full-time basis.After …Keep reading

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Sainz forced out of Dakar Rally due to damaged car

Carlos Sainz Sr will take no further part in the 2025 edition of Dakar Rally after sustaining heavy damage to his Ford Raptor during the 48-hour Stage 2.Sainz’s car rolled over and landed on its roof after a dune jump 327km into Sunday’s test near Bisha in Saudi Arabia. Although the Spaniard was able to return to the bivouac and finish the stage on Monday, the FIA conducted checks on his …Keep reading

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IndyCar considering Denver and Mexico races for future seasons

The IndyCar Series has gained significant momentum this offseason and that could grow even further as it pushes towards a presence in Denver, Colorado, and Mexico. The possibility of adding a race in either or both markets comes off the tails of the open-wheel series’ announcement last October of the Grand Prix of Arlington for 2026. A race on the Streets of Denver was a longstanding rumor …Keep reading

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Baciuska promoted to Dakar Stage 2 win; storm forces route change

Rokas Baciuska has inherited the victory on the Dakar Rally’s second stage after being given time back by the FIA.The Lithuanian had originally been classified in sixth having run as high as fourth during the marathon 48-hour Chrono stage, which had been won by Overdrive Racing team-mate Yazeed Al-Rajhi despite a two-minute speed violation penalty being added to his time.The Saudi driver …Keep reading

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The steps KTM is taking to protect its MotoGP division while it awaits a saviour

Pedro Acosta was at home when he found out about the technical knockout in which KTM has found itself, right after the great revelation of the 2024 MotoGP championship had finished sixth in his rookie season with the most podiums of the Austrian manufacturer’s rider line-up.The gravity of the situation, especially after the declaration of insolvency by KTM’s parent company Pierer Mobility …Keep reading

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Tsunoda on the myths and reality of F1 perception problem

Yuki Tsunoda remains onboard at Racing Bulls for a fifth season in 2025 after being overlooked for Red Bull promotion, with the less experienced Liam Lawson instead being backed by Red Bull management to take up the difficult second seat alongside Max Verstappen.Ever since he was originally announced for 2025, at the Canadian Grand Prix weekend, the 24-year-old has been adamant he is ready for …Keep reading

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Dakar 48h stage top two, Sainz and Loeb all hit with penalties

Yazeed Al-Rajhi and Nasser Al-Attiyah have been handed penalties by the FIA for exceeding permitted speed limits after finishing first and second in stage two of the Dakar Rally.Read Also:DakarDakar 2025, Stage 2: Al-Rajhi wins 48h test, Lategan takes lead and Sainz loses timeSpeed limits are dictated during non-timed liaison running, and stage winner Al-Rajhi was …Keep reading

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TAG Heuer replaces Rolex as F1 official timekeeper

Formula 1 has announced TAG Heuer as the first individual partner as part of its 10-year deal with LVMH.Replacing Rolex, TAG Heuer becomes the championship’s official timekeeper and branding will be used globally after LVMH struck a decade-long agreement to bring a number of its luxury brands to F1.TAG Heuer had previously been F1’s timekeeper from 1992 to 2003.The partnership …Keep reading

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Sainz’s Dakar chances “gone” after nightmare 48h stage

Carlos Sainz Sr has conceded his chances of winning the Dakar Rally for a second year in a row and fifth time overall are “gone” after a disastrous Stage 2.The Spaniard endured a number of issues during the challenging 48-hour chrono stage, rolling his Ford Raptor on the first day of the test.Read Also:DakarDakar 2025, Stage 2: Al-Rajhi wins 48h test, Lategan takes lead and …Keep reading

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