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The private WhatsApp group of Formula 1 drivers became a hotbed of animated debate on Thursday amid frustration over the Monza track changes.As the reality of modifications made to the kerbs at the historic Italian Autodromo became clear, F1 drivers agreed amongst themselves that the new flat designs were a step backwards.But perhaps of even greater annoyance to them was the fact that they …Keep reading

On Thursday, NASCAR officially released its 2025 schedule, highlighted by the first-ever Cup race in Mexico, which will replace one of the two Richmond races on June 15. The international race at Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez was revealed earlier this week, and before that, NASCAR also announced Bowman Gray Stadium as the new host of the pre-season exhibition known as the ‘Clash.’ That race is …Keep reading

Maglie, Italy; Monday August 26, 2024: The long-awaited moment for the over 200 entrants in the final round of the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy has finally arrived: this week, the event that will crown the champions for the 2024 season will take place at the famous South Garda Karting in Lonato.Lonato, a special raceThe spotlight will truly be on at South Garda Karting. From the free …Keep reading

A host of drivers have been left unimpressed by the changes to one of Formula 1’s “old-school” tracks, Monza.While the resurfacing of the circuit will be the most eye-catching feature over the course of the weekend, there have also been changes made to kerbs, with the profile of some being altered and others being installed from scratch.Even though no F1 cars have run on the altered layout as of …Keep reading

Lewis Hamilton is excited by the prospect of seeing what Andrea Kimi Antonelli can do in his Italian Grand Prix FP1 debut for Mercedes but was eager to remind people that the young Italian is just 18.Antonelli has long been considered the potential heir to Hamilton at Mercedes when the seven-time world champion moves to Ferrari, although the second seat alongside George Russell currently remains …Keep reading

Dorna plans to organise a special launch event in Bangkok with all MotoGP teams ahead of the season-opening Thailand Grand Prix in 2025.The initiative was discussed by teams in Aragon on Thursday in a meeting that was also attended by the representatives of the International Road Race Teams Association (IRTA). Individual teams and manufacturers usually prefer to stage their own standalone events …Keep reading

Lando Norris says he has found a way to channel the pressure of racing at the front in Formula 1 after admitting he can still ‘barely eat or drink anything on Sundays’.From racing at the upper end of the midfield for years, McLaren’s vast car improvements have propelled Norris into a bona fide frontrunner in F1, taking his first two wins this season to become an outside title contender against …Keep reading

Renault’s Viry-Chatillon-based staff is planning on demonstrating against Alpine’s plan to become a Mercedes customer in Formula 1’s new engine era from 2026 onwards.The French brand is poised to end its F1 engine project, which has been a mainstay of the world championship for the past 47 years.This led the Social and Economic Council (CSE) of Alpine employees to publish a scathing …Keep reading

Formula 1’s regular high-speed safety car test came to a surprising early end on Thursday at the Italian Grand Prix after a hefty shunt into the barriers.As part of the regular preparation ahead of an F1 weekend, safety car driver Bernd Maylander completes multiple systems checks and fast laps to ensure everything is ready for the weekend.But during one of his quick laps, he appeared to lose …Keep reading

Williams rookie Franco Colapinto says that although his F1 call-up to replace Logan Sargeant was unexpected, he was “always ready” to make the step up.The Argentine was preparing for the Monza weekend with Formula 2 squad MP Motorsport for this weekend’s junior series round, but received word later on Monday that he would replace Sargeant at the team.Read Also:Formula 1Who is F1’s …Keep reading