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Bruni to race JDC-Miller Porsche in IMSA after factory departure

Motorsport - Tue, 2025-01-07 09:50
Gianmaria Bruni will race a Porsche 963 LMDh in 2025 despite losing his factory deal with the German manufacturer after signing with JDC-Miller MotorSports for the IMSA SportsCar Championship.
The four-time Le Mans 24 Hours class winner will contest the full season with the US team in its solo customer 963 alongside Tijmen van der Helm in place of Richard Westbrook, who called time on his ...Keep reading

Loeb next to suffer rollover in merciless Dakar Rally

Motorsport - Tue, 2025-01-07 09:26
World Rally Championship legend Sebastien Loeb suffered a brutal rollover at the start of Tuesday’s Stage 3 of the 2025 Dakar Rally.
Loeb’s Dacia Sandrider landed upside down just 12km into the shortened 327km test between Bisha and Al Henakiyah, leaving him with a severely damaged car.
The Frenchman was able to make some quick repairs and resume the stage after losing just eight ...Keep reading

Horner: Verstappen's commitment to Red Bull was never in doubt

Motorsport - Tue, 2025-01-07 08:45
Red Bull Formula 1 team principal Christian Horner has insisted Max Verstappen's commitment to the squad has never been in doubt despite rumours of a split last season.
The Dutchman, who has won four drivers' championships with the Milton Keynes-based outfit, fielded questions about his future at numerous stages last term after turmoil within Red Bull, a car that faced a number of issues ...Keep reading

As Hamilton turns 40, how well do you know seven-time champion?

Formula 1 at the BBC - Tue, 2025-01-07 06:30
Test your knowledge of seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who will be starting his 19th season in Formula 1 in 2025.

As Hamilton turns 40, how well do you know seven-time champion?

Formula 1 at the BBC - Tue, 2025-01-07 06:30
Test your knowledge of seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who will be starting his 19th season in Formula 1 in 2025.

As Hamilton turns 40, how well do you know seven-time champion?

Formula 1 at the BBC - Tue, 2025-01-07 06:30
Test your knowledge of seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who will be starting his 19th season in Formula 1 in 2025.

As Hamilton turns 40, how well do you know seven-time champion?

Formula 1 at the BBC - Tue, 2025-01-07 06:30
Test your knowledge of seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, who will be starting his 19th season in Formula 1 in 2025.

From world champions to super-subs – How Ferrari’s other British drivers fared as Hamilton makes his move

Formula 1 - Tue, 2025-01-07 02:47
When the 2025 season gets under way, Lewis Hamilton will add his name to the exclusive list of British drivers who have raced for Ferrari over the years. But how did his predecessors fare? From champions of the world to Grand Prix winners and one-off substitutes, we look back at their respective records…

Stella explains whether McLaren will change approach if Norris and Piastri fight each other for the title in 2025

Formula 1 - Tue, 2025-01-07 02:47
Andrea Stella has outlined how McLaren will approach the situation should both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri find themselves fighting for the championship in 2025, with the team boss hopeful that this could be an “opportunity” rather than a “problem”.

REVEALED: The best driver line-up for the 2025 season as voted for by you

Formula 1 - Tue, 2025-01-07 02:47
Your best driver pairing for the 2025 F1 season has been revealed...

TAG Heuer returns to Formula 1 as Official Timekeeper from 2025 season

Formula 1 - Tue, 2025-01-07 02:47
Formula 1 has announced that luxury watch brand TAG Heuer will return to the sport as its Official Timekeeper in 2025, as the championship celebrates its 75th anniversary and the start of a 10-year partnership with LVMH.

Helio Castroneves to attempt Daytona 500 with Trackhouse

Motorsport - Mon, 2025-01-06 20:02
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

Sainz forced out of Dakar Rally due to damaged car

Motorsport - Mon, 2025-01-06 18:58
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

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

Motorsport - Mon, 2025-01-06 18:47
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

IndyCar making progress on Denver and Mexico races for future seasons

Motorsport - Mon, 2025-01-06 18:27
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

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

Motorsport - Mon, 2025-01-06 17:33
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

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

Motorsport - Mon, 2025-01-06 16:31
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

Tsunoda on the myths and reality of F1's perception problem

Motorsport - Mon, 2025-01-06 13:40
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

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

Motorsport - Mon, 2025-01-06 11:55
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.
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Speed limits are dictated during non-timed liaison running, and stage winner Al-Rajhi was ...Keep reading

Sainz's Dakar chances "gone" after nightmare 48h stage

Motorsport - Mon, 2025-01-06 11:29
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.
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