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Lundqvist continues offseason education with F3 running in France

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 20:30
The opportunity for the 24-year-old Swede to get some extra running for the early part of this week – Monday and Tuesday, specifically – came about after hopes for track time in last month’s Daytona 24 Hours fell through.Although Lundqvist has put in a significant amount of time in the simulator, he noted it is limited by Honda and that the focus is usually over run plans and various setup ...Keep reading

Coulthard shares early feedback from Red Bull camp after RB20’s shakedown at Silverstone

Formula 1 - Mon, 2024-02-19 20:13
Former F1 driver David Coulthard has offered some insight into Red Bull’s first track activity with their new car at Silverstone earlier this week, stating that there were “no surprises” during the initial running.

Ilott replacing Malukas for Arrow McLaren in upcoming hybrid test at Homestead

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 18:50
The 25-year-old Briton was called upon after David Malukas recently sustained a wrist injury while mountain biking that required surgery last week and will leave him out for at least six weeks.Ilott spent the past two seasons with Juncos Hollinger Racing, scoring a best finish of fifth (twice - St. Petersburg, Laguna Seca) in 2023. While he currently does not have any ride in any events for the ...Keep reading

MotoGP Qatar test: Bagnaia fastest from Martin

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 18:12
Following three days of running in Malaysia earlier this month, the MotoGP pre-season ends in Qatar just two weeks before the 2024 campaign begins at the same venue.After a fairly slow start to the day for most as track conditions proved suboptimal, more representative running was had as the sun set over the Losail International Circuit.Ducati’s Bagnaia guided his GP24 to the best time of the ...Keep reading

The beginner’s guide to the F1 Constructors’ Championship

Formula 1 - Mon, 2024-02-19 17:10
Our beginner’s guide provides all you need to know about the Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship, explaining what it is, how it works and why it’s so important, as well as answering some frequently asked questions.

Saudi Arabian racer Reema Juffali announced as F1 ACADEMY Wild Card entry for Round 1 in Jeddah

Formula 1 - Mon, 2024-02-19 17:10
Reema Juffali, Saudi Arabia’s first-ever female racing driver, has been confirmed as the Wild Card entry for the first round of the 2024 F1 ACADEMY season in Jeddah.

Michael Beale: Sunderland sack head coach after 12 games

North East News - Mon, 2024-02-19 17:01
Sunderland sack head coach Michael Beale after just 12 games in charge, following back-to-back Championship defeats.

Haas to take different approach to Bahrain F1 test

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 16:42
The VF-23 struggled all year with tyre overheating that meant good grid positions went to waste as the cars slipped down the order.Haas has tried to address that inherent trait with the VF-24 and will use this week’s three days of testing at Sakhir to judge if it has been successful rather than trying different set-ups in search of a performance sweet spot.“It's not really so much comparing ...Keep reading

Honda MotoGP boss Puig "surprised" by German-like feedback from Marini

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 15:58
Marini was picked to replace Marc Marquez following the eight-time grand prix world champion's decision to quit the team for 2024 to join the Gresini Ducati squad.The Italian previously spent three years on Ducati machinery, latterly with his brother Valentino Rossi's squad, with whom he scored his first podiums in MotoGP.Marini and team-mate Joan Mir left the Sepang test with quite opposite ...Keep reading

Will the 2025 F1 driver silly season see “chaos”?

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 15:13
That’s certainly the view of Esteban Ocon after Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari for next season caught most of the paddock by surprise and left a prime seat open at Mercedes.Read Also:


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The question now is how soon things will start to move at other teams, and how quickly the remaining pieces ...Keep reading

WRC Sweden podium exceeded Evans’ expectations

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 14:45
The Toyota driver downplayed his Sweden chances given the disadvantage of starting second on the road. However, Evans finished the rally in second, 29.6s behind winner Hyundai’s Esapekka Lappi.While not a fan of the 2024 points system, the Welshman benefitted from the new rules. Evans survived a wild 360-degree spin on Friday to claim 13 points for finishing Saturday in third overall. He then ...Keep reading

TEAM PREVIEW: After two years of struggles, can Mercedes return to the top in 2024?

Formula 1 - Mon, 2024-02-19 14:09
The past two seasons have undoubtedly been tough for Mercedes, with the squad struggling to recapture their dominant form of old. But after some signs of progress, can they come back stronger in 2024? Here’s everything you need to know about the Silver Arrows and what their main goal is likely to be in the year ahead…

Gasly ‘physically and mentally’ in the best place he’s ever been ahead of 2024 season

Formula 1 - Mon, 2024-02-19 14:09
Pierre Gasly is hoping for bigger and better results in 2024 as he prepares for his second season with Alpine, once again lining up alongside fellow Frenchman Esteban Ocon.

Red Bull "brave" to change F1 car concept for 2024, says Perez

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 14:06
Red Bull was the last F1 team to unveil its 2024 challenger last week, with the design featuring several bold ideas – especially around the sidepod and engine cover area.The squad has seemingly drawn inspiration from other outfits, including Mercedes' bodywork with gulleys running from the halo through the top of the engine cover.Read Also:


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The 2024 Le Mans 24 Hours entry list in full

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 13:10
 






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 Cadillac Racing
Cadillac V-Series.R

 Earl Bamber
 Alex Lynn
 Alex Palou



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 Cadillac Racing
Cadillac V-Series.R

 Sebastien Bourdais
 Renger van der Zande
 Scott Dixon



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How Red Bull's next British star earned a fast-track to F3

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 13:08
It’s early morning in Portugal. A 13-year-old English lad, ready for a day of karting, is sitting with his father. The phone rings.“I remember me and my dad were at breakfast at a hotel near Portimao,” recalls Arvid Lindblad. “I was doing some testing there before the world champs. My dad’s phone was on the table and it rang, and it said ‘Graz, Austria’ on the screen.”Lindblad ...Keep reading

FIA issues statement on Red Bull F1 team's Horner investigation

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 12:26
The sport's governing body didn't reference the specifics of the matter but made it clear that it is committed to the "highest standards of integrity, fairness and inclusivity within the sport."The statement comes two weeks after news of an internal investigation first became public via the media.The initial stories revealed that Horner was the subject of an investigation by Austrian parent ...Keep reading

Norris already worked on reducing errors as F1 field tightens

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 12:14
Last year Norris enjoyed his best season to date with McLaren, taking seven podiums to finish sixth in the drivers' standings, a single point behind Fernando Alonso and Charles Leclerc.But the self-critical Briton also slated himself for several qualifying mistakes in Q3 which cost him dearly, most notably in Abu Dhabi, Qatar and Brazil. He was also frustrated with himself after being eliminated ...Keep reading

Newcastle arsonist jailed for destroying ex's flat in 'revenge' fire

North East News - Mon, 2024-02-19 12:02
Robert Gray caused £130,000 damage, endangered a family and left a woman homeless, a court hears.

Palou to make Le Mans debut as third driver of Cadillac's WEC entry

Motorsport - Mon, 2024-02-19 11:57
Palou will move across from Ganassi’s IndyCar Series squad for the centrepiece round of the World Endurance Championship on 15/16 June to drive the #2 Cadillac V-Series.R LMDh alongside car regulars Earl Bamber and Alex Lynn.The news was announced by Cadillac immediately after the publication of the full 62-car Le Mans entry list, which included a TBC in Ganassi’s full-season WEC entry.Palou ...Keep reading

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