In a recent update from the FIA WEC Committee, it has been declared that the Ferrari 499P Le Mans Hypercar will be racing at a reduced weight of 1041kg, making it 34kg lighter than its previous race in Qatar. Additionally, the maximum power of the car has been increased by 7kW (9bhp). The Toyota GR010
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In a thrilling 14-lap Moto3 grand prix at the Circuit of the Americas, Aspar rider Alonso displayed a dominant performance from start to finish. Taking off from pole position, the Colombian rider executed a flawless launch to grab the holeshot into the first corner, leaving the rest of the pack trailing behind. Despite initially building
Marc Marquez, the eight-time world champion in MotoGP, has been dominant at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA), winning seven times since his debut in 2013. However, this year presents a new challenge as he has switched to the Gresini Ducati team. Despite his past success at this track, Marquez is cautious about his prospects
After a three-week break following the cancellation of the Argentina round due to a lack of government funding, MotoGP returns to action at the Circuit of the Americas. This event is also significant as it marks the first race since US media giant Liberty acquired Dorna Sports in a multi-billion euro deal. The COTA circuit
The recent announcement of Liberty Media acquiring 86% of Dorna Sports in a deal worth €4.2 million has sparked excitement within the MotoGP community. With plans to finalize the acquisition by the end of 2024, there is anticipation about the potential growth and development of the sport under new ownership. While specifics about Liberty Media’s
Recently, four-time Formula 1 world champion Sebastian Vettel made headlines by completing almost two grand prix distances in Porsche Penske Motorsport’s 963 hypercar during testing at Aragon in Spain. This major pre-Le Mans endurance test saw Vettel log an impressive 118 laps, showcasing his skills behind the wheel of a fairly complex car. Porsche’s director
Recently, three major WRC teams – Toyota, Hyundai, and M-Sport-Ford – came together to voice their concerns about the proposed changes to the technical regulations for the Rally1 cars. The teams collectively expressed a desire to keep the current Rally1 technical regulations in place until the end of 2026. This move was in response to
Jorge Martin’s rise to the top of the MotoGP championship standings has been a long time coming. After leading the standings for the first time in his career for more than 24 hours, the Spaniard has proven that he has the potential to be a serious contender in the 2024 season. His victory at the
Williams FW45, known for its exceptional top speed in the previous season, underwent significant changes for the 2024 season. The team focused on developing a car that could perform consistently well on various circuits, as opposed to relying solely on straightline advantage. These modifications led to a loss in the car’s previous straightline speed, requiring
After the completion of the initial sighter runs, teams in Formula 1 sent their drivers out for longer stints on higher fuel in order to assess their performance in managing the tires on the abrasive track surface. Among the frontrunners, the two leading teams – Red Bull and Ferrari – implemented similar run plans during
Lewis Hamilton’s unfortunate early retirement at the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park was a major setback for Mercedes. The seven-time world champion was forced to pull out of the race due to his Mercedes engine shutting down, following sensors detecting an unspecified problem. This unexpected issue led to the power unit being flown back
The tragic accident that claimed the life of Jules Bianchi during the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix left a void in the world of Formula 1. However, his legacy lives on, especially through the eyes of Charles Leclerc, who considered Bianchi a mentor figure. The bond between the two drivers was special, with Leclerc crediting Bianchi